Czechia citizenship
1 current source-backed citizenship pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-10-22
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | For non-nationals with permanent residence who have lived in the Czech Republic for at least 5 years, speak Czech and pass the civics test; it gives Czech citizenship by conferment. | 2014-01-01 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Application fee | 2,000 CZK | Official source |
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 180 days | Official source |
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Years of residence required (general) | 5 years | Official source |
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (Czech) | Official source |
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Other citizenship may be kept | yes | Official source |
| Acquisition of Czech citizenship by conferment (naturalisation of non-nationals) | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |