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Non-EU • High-Skill Work Routes

EU Blue Card & Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Card

Two premium long-term work routes for non-EU professionals: the EU Blue Card for highly qualified hires, and the ICT Card for managers/specialists/trainees transferred within the same company group. We help you pick the safest route and submit a clean embassy/MOI packet.

Processing limit
Up to 90 days
Family
Linked reunification possible
Purpose
High-qualification employment/Transfer

Blue Card vs. ICT Card - quick comparison

EU Blue Card

  • For highly qualified hires
  • Requires university / 3+ year higher education
  • Salary must meet Blue Card threshold
  • Job must be in Blue Card vacancy registry
  • Validity = contract length + up to 3 months (max ~3 years)

ICT Card

  • For internal company transfers
  • Roles: manager / specialist / trainee
  • Employer group must exist abroad + CZ host entity
  • Transfer agreement required
  • Validity up to 3 years (1 year for trainees)

Which one is safer?

  • If you’re a new hire → Blue Card
  • If you’re moving within your company → ICT Card
  • If unsure, we map your situation to the strongest legal fit

EU Blue Card eligibility (fast check)

You’re likely eligible if:

  • You are a non-EU citizen
  • You have a Czech job offer/contract for high qualification
  • You hold a university degree / 3+ year qualification
  • Your salary meets the Blue Card threshold
  • The vacancy is listed for Blue Card holders
  • You can show accommodation in CZ

Blue Card benefits:

  • Residence + work authorization in one permit
  • Easier EU mobility after meeting conditions
  • Family reunification in shortened timeframes

Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Card eligibility

You’re likely eligible if:

  • You are a non-EU citizen employed by a company abroad
  • Your company is transferring you to its CZ branch/host entity
  • Your role is manager, specialist, or trainee
  • You have a transfer letter/agreement
  • You can show accommodation in CZ

ICT benefits:

  • Clean transfer-based residence for corporate groups
  • Validity matched to transfer length
  • Renewable within statutory limits

Typical documents (both routes)

Employment / transfer

  • Blue Card: contract + vacancy number
  • ICT: transfer agreement + role description
  • Proof of qualifications

Personal & housing

  • Passport + photos
  • Accommodation proof
  • Civil documents (if relevant)

Background

  • Criminal record + apostille if required
  • Health insurance for entry/bridge period

Clear task split:

You do:

  • Provide contract/transfer papers and personal docs
  • Obtain criminal record/apostilles if required
  • Attend embassy/MOI appointment
  • Pay government fees

We do:

  • Select safest route (Blue vs ICT)
  • Verify salary, vacancy, and qualifications
  • Prepare all forms + cover letters
  • Review housing and evidence format
  • Assemble submission-ready packet

What’s included in the package:

Eligibility + strategy:

  • Route selection (Blue Card vs ICT)
  • Salary & qualification review
  • Vacancy registry check

Visa packet prep:

  • Checklist + templates
  • Forms prepared and verified
  • Business purpose narrative
  • Packet assembly

Support:

  • Step-by-step timeline
  • Refusal-risk audit
  • Email guidance for embassy requests

Timeline & milestones

  1. Week 1: Route selection + compliance check
  2. Weeks 1-4: Collect documents (qualification, housing, records)
  3. Submission: Embassy/MOI appointment with final packet
  4. Decision: Up to 90 days legal limit
  5. After approval: Entry, biometrics, card pickup

Top refusal risks - and how we prevent them:

Wrong route choice

Applying under the wrong permit causes refusals or delays.

  • We map your facts to the correct legal route

Salary/qualification mismatch

Blue Card needs high-qualification proof + salary threshold.

  • We verify thresholds and evidence format

Weak housing proof:

Missing/weak housing proof is common.

  • We verify contract correctness
  • We ensure packet logic matches address

Transparent costs

Included in your price:

  • Route selection + eligibility confirmation
  • Complete packet preparation
  • Refusal-risk review

Common extras (if needed):

  • Government permit fees
  • Certified translations
  • Courier of originals
  • Insurance purchase

We show your exact all-in estimate before checkout.

Ready to start your Blue Card / ICT Card?

We’ll pick the safest route, fix refusal risks, and prepare a clean submission for approval.

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FAQ

Can I switch from Blue Card to another permit later?

Yes, in many cases (e.g., to Employee Card). We plan transitions safely if needed.

Can my family apply with me?

Yes. Eligible family members can apply for linked family reunification permits.

What if my transfer is shorter than a year?

ICT validity matches the approved transfer length within legal limits. We advise on the best filing strategy.