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Czech employee card: how it works

The Czech employee card is one permit for living and working in Czechia. It is tied to one job, and that job must be in a central vacancy register.

Updated 6 November 2026. Figures checked on 6 November 2026. Rules change, so confirm them with the official source.

At a glance

What it is	A long-term residence permit for work
Tied to	A specific job. A change needs Ministry of the Interior approval
Vacancy	Must be in the central register open to card holders
Validity	Generally up to 2 years, can be extended
Contract	At least minimum wage and at least 15 hours a week
Processing	60 days, or 90 in complicated cases

Find a registered vacancy
The job must be in the central register. Ask the employer for the vacancy number.
Get your contract
You need an employment contract or a binding agreement to sign one.
Book the embassy
Apply in person at a Czech embassy. Appointments can be limited, and each embassy has its own process.
Submit documents
See the list below.
Collect the visa, then the card
You need health insurance when you collect your visa. Check the current provider rules.

Lists differ by embassy. Follow the one for the embassy where you apply.

What is a Czech employee card?

A long-term residence permit that lets you live in Czechia and work in the specific job it was issued for.

How long does it take?

60 days, or 90 days in complicated cases.

Can I get an employee card for any job?

Only for a job in the central register of vacancies open to card holders.

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