Czechia self-employment visa
1 current source-backed self-employment 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 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | Czechia’s long-term business residence permit is for a third-country national who will conduct business, a licensed trade or self-employment in Czechia. Initial eligibility requires a long-term business visa (or qualifying prior residence); the permit is valid for up to 2 years and its purpose must be maintained. | 2026-07-14 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | Application fee (residence) | 2,500 CZK | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Processing time (standard, legal maximum) | 60 days | Official source |
| Self-employment route | First permit valid for | 24 months | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Can be renewed | yes | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Family can come along | yes | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Permanent residence after | 5 years | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Money to show | 20,680 CZK | Official source |
| Self-employment route | Where to apply | in the country | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Self-employment route | The official page states the work conditions for this route. | Official source |