Residence permits
Residence Permits
A residence permit card is what you apply for once you are already in the Czech Republic, filed inside the country with the Ministry of Interior (MOI) rather than at an embassy. Which one you need depends on who you are joining, or how long you have already been here.
- Filed inside CZ with the MOI
- Biometrics and pickup support
- English and Czech accompaniment available
Common residence permit types
Partnership Visa
Unmarried Partner of a Czech or EU citizen
For non-EU family members of an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen living in the Czech Republic. Filed inside CZ with the Ministry of Interior.
- Confirm eligibility + document fit
- Prepare application file for MOI submission
- Biometrics & card pickup support
EU family member's residence permit
Family or Spouse of a Czech or EU citizen
For non-EU family members of an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen living in the Czech Republic. Filed inside CZ with the Ministry of Interior.
- Confirm eligibility + document fit
- Prepare application file for MOI submission
- Biometrics & card pickup support
Long-term residence permit
Long-term Residence Permit
For a standard MOI upgrade or extension for the same purpose of stay.
- Confirm eligibility + document fit
- Prepare application file for MOI submission
- Biometrics & card pickup support
Permanent residence permit
Permanent Residence Permit
For non-EU citizens, usually available after 5 years of continuous legal stay.
- Eligibility check
- Prepare a clean MOI submission file
- Biometrics & card pickup support
Not sure which permit applies to you?
Book a 30-minute orientation. We confirm the route, the timing and what the Ministry will ask for.