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Long-term Residence Permit

Long-term residence permit is issued to applicants who wish to stay in the territory of the Czech Republic for more than 3 months for the purpose of 1. studies, 2. scientific research, 3. employment (employee card, blue card) or 4. family reunification. The long-term residence permit allows its holder to visit and stay in other countries of the Schengen Area for maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
 

Long-term Visa vs. Residence Permit

Both the long-stay visa and the long-stay residence permit are issued when the stay on the territory of the Czech Republic is expected to exceed 3 months. In general, the long-stay visa is primarily intended for persons who expect to stay in the… more ►

Employment: Employee Card application

The Employee Card is a type of long-stay residence permit which entitles its holder to stay in the territory of the Czech Republic for a period exceeding 3 months for the purpose of employment. more ►