Temporary Residence for Non-EU Family Members in Czechia

Living in the Czech Republic with Your EU Family Member

If you are a non-EU family member of an EU citizen living in the Czech Republic, you may apply for a Temporary Residence Permit for Family Members of EU Citizens.

This residence permit allows you to legally live in the Czech Republic together with your EU family member and simplifies many administrative processes.

Why This Permit is a Game-Changer for You

This residence card (Biometric card) is more than just a permit; it is your key to a full life in the Czech Republic:

• Full Labor Market Access: You can work for any Czech employer immediately—no work permit required.

• Schengen Travel Freedom: Travel across the EU without needing additional visas.

• Freelance Ready: You are eligible to open a Czech Trade License (Živnostenský list) and start your own business.

• Healthcare & Banking: Access the public healthcare system (if eligible) and open bank accounts with ease.

• Birth Number (Rodné číslo): Our service ensures you receive your Czech birth number for tax and legal identification.

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What’s Included in Our All-Inclusive Service

We provide full assistance throughout the entire application process:

1. Strategic Document Audit: Complete review and preparation of your application to ensure it meets 2026 Ministry standards.

2. Ministry Representation: We handle all communication with the Czech Ministry of the Interior (OAMP).

3. Appointment Concierge: We schedule your biometric and submission appointments to save you weeks of waiting.

4. In-Person Accompaniment: We don’t just send you instructions; we accompany you to the Immigration Office to ensure everything goes perfectly.

5. Bridge Visa Management: We arrange your Překlenovací štítek (Bridge Visa) immediately so you can live, work, and travel while your card is being printed.

6. Biometric & Collection Support: We assist with the biometric scan and the final collection of your residence card.

7. Arrangement of Rodné číslo: We monitor the central registry until your Czech Birth Number is issued.

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What We Need From You

To begin your application, we will require:

• Valid passport
• Signed Power of Attorney
• Two passport-sized photographs
• Copy of the EU family member’s passport or ID
• Czech health insurance contract (minimum 6 months) or EHIC card
• Proof of accommodation in the Czech Republic
  (for example, rental agreement or official accommodation confirmation)

You will also need proof of your relationship with the EU citizen:

• Marriage certificate (for spouses), or
• Birth certificate (for children)

These documents must be officially translated into Czech and may require apostille or legalization, depending on the country of origin.

Processing Time

The official processing time for Temporary Residence Permits for family members of EU citizens ranges between 60 and 180 days.

Bridge Visa (Překlenovací Štítek)

While your application is being processed, you will receive a bridge visa stamped in your passport.

This visa allows you to:

• Stay legally in the Czech Republic
• Work legally during the processing period
• Travel within and outside the Schengen Area
• Apply for a Czech Trade License if you plan to freelance or start a business

This ensures you maintain legal status during the entire application process.

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Who Is This Service For?

This service is suitable for:

• Spouses of EU citizens living in the Czech Republic
• Children of EU citizens
• Other qualifying family members of EU nationals

We guide you through the entire process to ensure your application complies with Czech immigration requirements.