Workforce Mobility Insights

The Czech labour market is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Foreign workers are no longer merely a supplement to the domestic workforce; they are becoming one of the key pillars of the Czech economy. We discussed the future of labour migration, the recruitment of third-country nationals, the risks of illegal employment, unfair practices of employment agencies, and the European Pay Transparency Directive with Petra Silovská, former diplomat and former Head of the Foreign Employment Department at the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.

Do you currently hold a residence permit and have you just successfully completed your studies or scientific research? What comes next? This is often the period when you begin planning your next steps and future direction in the Czech Republic.For this transitional period after graduation or completion of scientific research, there is a specific type of residence permit intended for job seeking purposes.

In order for a foreign national to stay in the Czech Republic for a long period, they must apply for a visa or residence permit. A visa application is submitted at a diplomatic mission of the Czech Republic abroad. But can a foreign national submit an application at any Czech embassy abroad? No! Everything is governed by so-called "local consular jurisdiction".

To work in the Czech Republic, a foreign national generally needs not only a valid residence permit but also a work permit. However, there are exceptions specifically defined by law under which a work permit is not required. One of these exceptions sets out a list of countries whose citizens do not need a work permit if they wish to work in the Czech Republic. Which countries are they?

How can you correctly determine whether you need an apostille or superlegalization? And what if your documents fall under an exception and no authentication is required at all? We have prepared a guide to help you understand the entire process and handle it correctly.

Foreign nationals applying for a visa or residence permit in the Czech Republic are often required to have certain documents apostilled or superlegalized. In some cases, however, no such authentication is needed and these exceptions are more common than many people realize. In this article, we take a closer look at when higher authentication requirements do not apply.

Not sure how to proceed if you want to obtain an Employee Card? In our article, you will find a 10-step guide on how to apply for the most common type of long-term work visa in the Czech Republic.

Is relocating a foreigner from another EU member state to the Czech Republic really easier and faster? Think again. In reality, it is a highly complex process - administratively demanding and time-consuming that requires careful organisation, planning, and ultimately financial resources. Why?

Foreign documents submitted as part of a Czech visa application cannot simply be used as they are. Czech authorities would not recognize them without prior verification of their authenticity. This official process is called “higher verification”. What types of verification exist? And how does it impact the employee's start date?

The mobility of highly qualified workers within the European Union may be easier today than many people think. The tool that enables these simplified processes is the EU Blue Card. But how does the relocation of a Blue Card holder from another EU Member State to the Czech Republic work in practice? And what options are available for family members?

The EU Blue Card is a key residence permit for highly qualified workers from non-EU countries. One of the main conditions for obtaining it is the minimum salary stated in the employment contract (or a future employment agreement). This is where many companies and employees make mistakes. The required salary changes every year, so it’s important to keep track of its development.

Are you moving to the Czech Republic or planning to stay there for more than a few months? Perhaps you have already come across the concept of a certificate of registration of an EU citizen. How to apply for the certificate? Is it mandatory? How long is it valid and what benefits does it bring?

Let us imagine the following situation: Samir from India (a non-EU national) lives in the Czech Republic with his partner Lenka, who is a Czech citizen. Samir and Lenka are not married. Samir resides in the country on the basis of temporary residence as a family member of an EU citizen. However, the couple breaks up — an unpleasant life situation, but for Samir also a legal complication.However, a breakup does not automatically mean the end of residence in the Czech Republic.

"Can I work while studying without additional permits?" This is one of the most common questions both foreign students and Czech employers ask. Employers want to hire skilled international students, but they also worry about violating the law or engaging in illegal employment. The answer is not always black and white. It depends on the type of residence permit, the specific study program and form of study, and the individual student’s situation.

Loss of employment is not a pleasant situation, especially for foreigners, since it is not only a job, but also a residence permit and therefore the right to continue to reside in the Czech Republic. And it is here that it is crucial to know what type of employee card a given person has. After all, the difference is fundamental.

Olena has been living in the Czech Republic for the third year. She works, her children go to school, and the family is gradually building a new home here. Yet every year he asks the same question: What's next?