Czech Republic Work Visa & Employee Card

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Czech Republic

Employment route through a Czech employer

The Czech Republic offers employment-based immigration routes for eligible third-country nationals. The exact procedure depends on the vacancy, employer, duration and type of employment, candidate citizenship, consular jurisdiction and the applicable Czech immigration category.

Employer-backed vacancy · Employee Card / Zaměstnanecká karta · D/VR entry visa after approval · Legal work & residence

For employment lasting more than 3 months, the main Czech employment-and-residence route for many third-country nationals is the Employee Card / Zaměstnanecká karta. It is a long-term residence permit connected with employment and should not be presented as an ordinary two-year Czech work visa.

Main long-term route: Employee Card

The application is normally linked to a qualifying employment relationship and, where required, a vacancy registered in the relevant Czech employment database. After the Employee Card application is approved, an applicant who requires an entry visa may receive a single-entry D/VR visa valid for 60 days in order to enter the Czech Republic, complete the required post-arrival formalities and receive the Employee Card.

Official Employee Card processing period: generally 60 days; up to 90 days in particularly complex cases or where an additional Labour Office opinion is required.

Other employment routes

Short-term employment and seasonal employment can follow separate Czech visa and employment procedures where legally applicable. The correct category, validity period, work authorisation and supporting documents must therefore be confirmed for the specific vacancy and candidate before the case is launched.

Core documentation

Employer / employment side: employment contract, preliminary employment agreement or other qualifying employment document, vacancy identification where required, accommodation evidence and route-specific employer documents.

Candidate side: valid passport, photograph, criminal-record document where required, proof of qualifications where relevant and other documents required by the competent Czech authority or consulate.

VISA-SVIT assists with document preparation, employer-side coordination and procedural guidance. The final employment, visa and residence decisions are made by the employer and the competent Czech authorities.

Prague, Czech Republic

VISA-SVIT • European Work Programs

Work in Europe: Work Visas & Residence Permits

Explore legal employment routes in Europe for candidates and international partners from Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Select a country below to review available work visa formats, employer documents, basic processing conditions and VISA-SVIT document support.

Employment Work Visa / Visa D Residence Permit / TRC

Enhanced sanctions and compliance screening for international work visa applicants — VISA-SVIT

VISA-SVIT • sanctions & compliance screening

Enhanced Screening • VISA-SVIT

Countries subject to enhanced sanctions and compliance screening

Applications involving citizenship or residence in certain jurisdictions are reviewed individually. Before cooperation begins, VISA-SVIT may verify the applicant’s identity, country of legal residence, applicable sanctions, payment feasibility, employer eligibility and the competent consular jurisdiction.

Russia North Korea Iran

Important: citizenship or residence in one of these jurisdictions does not mean automatic approval or automatic refusal. A case can proceed only when the applicable legal, sanctions, banking, employer and consular requirements allow it.

International Candidates

Who can use European work visa support

The EN service is primarily structured for candidates, agents and international partners from Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Central Asian and Caucasus cases are also handled where the selected country, employer and consular route are available.

Priority Region 01

Asia

Philippines, Vietnam, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Priority Region 02

Africa

Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Senegal, South Africa and Zimbabwe.

Priority Region 03

Middle East & Gulf

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Turkey and other Middle East / Gulf countries subject to route verification.

Additional Region

Central Asia & Caucasus

Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia.

For citizenships with a complex consular route or additional restrictions, VISA-SVIT first verifies legal residence in the country of application, diplomatic jurisdiction and whether the relevant authority can accept the case.

Step-by-Step Support

How VISA-SVIT checks the route and supports the application

Each case is reviewed individually. The sequence depends on citizenship, legal residence, the selected employer, type of permit, payment route and application requirements.

Applicant Screening

Citizenship, legal residence, passport details, professional profile and purpose of application.

Compliance Review

Sanctions, legal, banking and consular restrictions that may affect the case.

Route Verification

Employer documents, available program, competent consulate and applicable application procedure.

Document Support

Document checklist, case review, forms, translations and application instructions.

Important: the employer determines vacancy availability and makes the final candidate selection. VISA-SVIT provides consultation and document support and is not a party to the employment contract. The competent state authority makes the final decision on a visa, work permit or residence permit.

Who is responsible for what

Clear allocation of responsibilities helps reduce delays, documentation errors and incorrect expectations.

Candidate

provides complete and accurate information;
declares citizenship and countries of legal residence;
provides payment or source-of-funds documents where required;
personally attends the application, interview or biometrics when required.

VISA-SVIT

conducts preliminary compliance screening;
checks the logic and availability of the route;
structures and reviews candidate documents;
provides instructions and information support within the agreed service package.

Employer & State Authorities

the employer defines employment conditions and selects candidates;
the employer prepares documents on its side;
competent authorities verify the legal grounds;
the competent state authority makes the final decision on the visa or permit.

Need a preliminary compliance check?

Send your citizenship, country of legal residence, preferred European destination and professional background. A VISA-SVIT specialist will review the initial conditions and explain the available next steps.

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Processing Terms • VISA-SVIT

Service fees, timelines and documents depend on the country and route

The sections below show available European employment and visa-support routes. Before processing begins, VISA-SVIT checks the candidate’s citizenship, country of legal residence, available visa or permit category, employer documents and the competent consular jurisdiction.

Visa / Permit Type Documents Processing Time VISA-SVIT Service Fee

Please note: government and consular fees, translations, insurance, legalization, document delivery and personal expenses may be payable separately unless explicitly included for a specific route. Program availability and processing conditions may change.

Czech Republic: Work | Seasonal Visa C/D | Employee Card | Residence Permit

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
C — Seasonal Employment	up to 90 days	14-21 days	500 €
C — Seasonal Employment	up to 180 days	14-21 days	600 €
C — Seasonal Employment	up to 270 days	14-21 days	700 €
D + Employee Card	60 days + up to 2 years	14-21 days	900 €

Employer document preparation

Approximately 7–14 days after the case is approved

Seasonal Visa C

Personal application according to the competent consular jurisdiction

Seasonal Visa D

Personal application according to the competent consular jurisdiction

Employee Card

Application procedure depends on the candidate’s citizenship, legal residence and competent consular jurisdiction

Prices shown in the table

VISA-SVIT consultation and document support package; government and consular fees are paid separately

Required documents

Valid passport; application form; photo; documents confirming the purpose of employment; work permit or relevant application reference where required for the seasonal route; employment contract or future employment document; proof of accommodation; qualification documents where required; medical insurance; translations and other documents according to the specific route and requirements of the competent consulate

Consular fee

C — 90 € | D — 2,500 CZK | Employee Card — 5,000 CZK

Poland: Work | Oświadczenie | Seasonal, Work & Study Visa D

The set of documents for a Study visa includes a 1-year rental agreement.

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
D — 05b \| Seasonal Work	up to 9 mounths	14-21 days	450 €
D — 09 \| Study Visa	up to 1 years	14-21 days	700 €
D — 06 \| Work Permit Route	up to 1 year	60-90 days	800 €

Employer document preparation for D-05b

Approximately 14–21 days after the candidate and route are approved

Study package preparation for D-09

Approximately 14–21 days; this is not employer document preparation time

Study Visa D-09 — housing rental agreement for 1 year

350 € additional — paid separately from the document support package

Employer document preparation for D-06

Approximately 60–90 days depending on the employer and work permit procedure

National Visa D application

Personal application according to the candidate’s country of legal residence and competent consular jurisdiction

Prices shown in the table

VISA-SVIT consultation and document support package; government, consular and external service fees are paid separately

Required documents

Valid passport; application form and photo; employer documents and grounds for employment — for work routes; seasonal work permit or related documents depending on the route; preliminary employment agreement; proof of accommodation; for D-09 — educational institution documents and proof of the purpose of study; medical insurance; translations and other documents according to citizenship, country of application and requirements of the competent consulate

Consular fee

Visa D — 135 €*

Albania: Work | e-Visa Type D / APU | Unique Permit for Residence and Work

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
e-Visa Type D / APU + Unique Permit	up to 90 days of stay + Unique Permit up to 1 year	30-45 days	1 200 €

Current employment route sequence

e-Albania / Unique Permit → AKPA employment approval → e-Visa Type D / APU → official visa fee payment → decision

Preparation of the agreed employer document package

Approximately 14–21 days after candidate confirmation and case launch

Unique Permit application review

Up to 12 weeks from the filing date; corrections or requests for additional documents may affect the actual processing time

e-Visa Type D / APU review

Normally 15 working days after the relevant stage and payment of the official visa fee; in exceptional cases — up to 30 working days

VISA-SVIT support package cost

1,200 € | payment 600 € + 600 € according to the agreed terms of the case

Official and additional expenses

Visa fee, translations, legalization, insurance, notarial services, document delivery and personal expenses are paid separately unless otherwise agreed in writing

Required documents

Valid passport; recent photograph; employment contract; proof of accommodation; employer registration details and contact information; employment approval / Work Permit — according to the stage of the case; criminal record certificate; medical insurance; documents confirming qualifications or professional experience — where required; translations into Albanian or English and other documents according to the requirements of e-Albania, AKPA and e-Visa

Consular fee

According to the official e-Visa payment notice — depends on citizenship and visa type

Serbia: Work | Work Visa D | Single Permit for Residence and Work

Employer assistance with online application registration — 250 € (optional)

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
D — Employment (Zaposljavanje)	up to 180 days	14-30 days	900 €

Work Visa D

Employment-based route; the visa allows the candidate to stay and work in Serbia for up to 180 days

Employer document preparation

Approximately 14–30 days after candidate review, vacancy confirmation and case launch

VISA-SVIT support package payment

900 € | 450 € advance + 450 € after receiving photos / scans of the prepared documents

Second payment deadline

5–7 calendar days after receiving photos / scans of the completed document package

Online registration with employer assistance

250 € additional — optional; the candidate may also complete the online registration independently

PPZ / National Employment Service documents

PPZ validity — 2 months; an updated document can be provided by the employer if required

Courier delivery of original documents

DHL — approximately 120 € upon request; paid separately

Single Permit for Residence and Work

For work and residence beyond the validity of Visa D, the Single Permit is handled as a separate stage; support terms are agreed individually

Required documents

Valid passport; passport photo / scan; candidate’s current residential / registration address; contact details; diploma or education certificate — for specialists where required; employer invitation; employment contract; documents from the National Employment Service of Serbia and PPZ; proof of the legal basis for employment and other documents depending on the candidate’s citizenship and requirements of the competent consulate

Consular fee

Visa D — standard 50 €* | actual amount and exemptions depend on citizenship and the competent consulate

North Macedonia: Work | Work Visa D | Residence Permit

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
D	3-12 month	21-30 days	1 200 €

Candidate and route eligibility check

Individually before the application process starts

Employer documents

Reviewed before the document package is prepared

Visa D application

Personal application according to the competent consular jurisdiction

Temporary residence

Subject to legal grounds after the route has been reviewed and approved

Required documents

Valid passport; proof of legal residence in the country of application; employer documents and grounds for employment; documents required for Visa D; medical insurance; translations, certifications or legalization — where required for the specific case

Consular fee

70 €

Lithuania: Work | Temporary Residence Permit Based on Employment

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) — Employment in Lithuania	up to 2 years	up to 3 months (general) / up to 45 days (urgent)	900 €

Current candidate filter

Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Armenia — subject to employer approval, vacancy availability and individual verification of the applicable submission route. This is the current VISA-SVIT offer, not a statutory nationality list.

Preliminary eligibility check

Before the case is launched, VISA-SVIT checks the candidate's citizenship and country of residence, vacancy and profession, salary conditions, employer documents, required document formalities and the applicable MIGRIS / external service provider submission route.

Candidate profile

Qualified specialist in construction or a related profession with verifiable practical experience

Qualification and experience requirements

Diploma / certificate or verifiable practical experience, where relevant to the vacancy; the employer confirms final suitability and any qualification requirements for the specific position.

Employer candidate review

Approximately 3–5 days; a short video interview may be required

Employer / MIGRIS document preparation

Approximately 5–7 days after candidate approval, document readiness and launch of the relevant stage

Temporary Residence Permit application review

Up to 3 months under the general procedure / up to 45 days under the urgent procedure, where available; document preparation, appointment availability and card delivery are separate.

2026 quota and employment requirements

The 2026 employment quota has been exhausted. For employment-based TRP cases subject to the quota, the applicable gross salary threshold is generally at least 2,893.68 EUR (1.2 BDU), or 2,411.40 EUR (1 BDU) for eligible high value-added shortage occupations; verify before case launch.

Country of application and appointment availability

Checked individually before payment based on the candidate's citizenship, country of lawful residence, current external service provider network and appointment availability in MIGRIS.

VISA-SVIT support payment

900 € | payment terms are specified in the VISA-SVIT service agreement

Required documents

Valid passport; application form / CV; information about profession and work experience; professional video presentation; photos / videos of completed work — if available; diploma, certificate or proof of relevant professional experience; police clearance certificate with apostille or legalisation depending on the country of issue; translation into Lithuanian or English; signed vacancy application; documents and confirmations required by MIGRIS / VFS / the employer for the specific case

Consular fee

Standard total approximately 265 €: TR code 60 € + TRP 160 € + card personalisation 45 € | urgent procedure approximately 470 €, if available

Hungary: Work | Seasonal Employment | Type D Visa

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
Seasonal Employment Residence Permit + Type D Visa	up to 180 days	21-30 days	900 €

Preliminary route eligibility check

Before the case is launched, the candidate’s citizenship, country of legal residence, consular jurisdiction, seasonal vacancy availability and compliance with the employer’s requirements are checked

Employer document preparation

Approximately 21–30 days after candidate approval, vacancy confirmation and case launch

Seasonal employment validity

Up to 6 months within a 12-month period according to the conditions of the seasonal employment residence permit

Type D entry visa

When applying from abroad, a separate Type D visa application is not required: the residence permit application also includes the entry visa required to enter Hungary and collect the permit

Government application review

Decision on the merits — up to 70 days from the date of submission; periods for correcting deficiencies, submitting additional documents or completing other procedural actions are not included

VISA-SVIT support package payment

900 € | 450 € advance + 450 € after receiving photos / scans of the prepared employer documents

Second payment deadline

5–7 calendar days after receiving photos / scans of the completed document package

Original document delivery

DHL — approximately 95 € depending on the destination country; paid separately

Required documents

Valid passport; recent photograph; candidate’s personal and contact details; preliminary employment agreement / document confirming employment; proof of accommodation in Hungary; medical insurance; proof of sufficient financial means; police clearance certificate — where required for the specific case; employer documents; translations and additional documents according to the requirements of the competent Hungarian consulate and immigration authority

Consular fee

Residence Permit for Seasonal Employment + Type D entry visa — 110 €

Ukraine: Work | Work Visa D | Temporary Residence Permit

Visa type	Duration of stay/validity	Processing time	Cost
Work Visa D + Temporary Residence Permit	Visa D — 90 days + Temporary Residence Permit for 6–12 months	21-30 days	700 €

Candidate profile

Qualified construction specialist with verifiable practical experience; the final employment decision is made by the employer

Main construction vacancies

Concrete structure worker, reinforcement steel fixer, bricklayer / mason; the specific vacancy and employment terms are confirmed by the employer before the case is launched

Employer document preparation

Approximately 21–30 days after receipt of the candidate’s complete data package, employer approval and payment of the 50% advance

Work permit for a foreign national

Prepared by the employer for 6–12 months; the official fee for obtaining the work permit is included in the VISA-SVIT support package

Work Visa D

Multiple-entry Ukrainian national Visa D with a stated validity period of 90 days; the candidate applies in person at the competent Ukrainian consulate in the country of citizenship or legal residence

Temporary Residence Permit after arrival in Ukraine

Support with a Temporary Residence Permit application for 6–12 months where a legal basis exists; indicative government processing time — up to 15 working days after submission of the complete package

VISA-SVIT support package payment

700 € | 350 € advance + 350 € after receiving photos / scans of the prepared document package

Consular visa processing

Standard processing — up to 10 working days; urgent processing — up to 5 working days; if additional checks are required, processing may take up to 30 working days

Organised route of arrival in Ukraine

After the visa is issued, travel to Budapest or Chișinău and an organised transfer to Ukraine accompanied by a representative of the employer are coordinated

Transfer to Ukraine

Approximately 100–150 €; paid separately by the candidate

Required documents

Valid passport; copies of the personal-data pages of the passport; Ukrainian translation of the passport data certified according to the applicable procedure; colour photograph 3.5 × 4.5 cm; completed application form / CV; description of professional experience; diplomas, certificates, references or other proof of qualifications — if available; medical insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 €; proof of sufficient financial means; additional documents requested by the employer, competent Ukrainian consulate or government authority

Consular fee

Visa D — approximately from 65 €* | depends on citizenship, country of application and the applicable consular tariff

VISA-SVIT • Cooperation Terms

Key terms, process & benefits

For group and partner applications, VISA-SVIT applies a volume-based service discount. The base fee depends on the country and program, while the applicable discount is calculated per candidate in the relevant batch.

1–4

candidates

Base fee

5–9

candidates

−30 € / candidate

10–19

candidates

−50 € / candidate

20–29

candidates

−100 € / candidate

30+

candidates

Individual terms

Payment process

Standard terms: 50% advance payment after the case and documents are preliminarily agreed and before processing starts; the remaining 50% is payable after electronic confirmation that the relevant documents are ready. Final payment is due within 3–5 working days after such confirmation.

Regular cooperation

For batches of 30+ candidates or a regular monthly flow, an individual price, special package or separate payment schedule may be agreed depending on the destination, vacancies, processing time, direct costs and case complexity.

Benefits for group applications

A reduced VISA-SVIT document-support fee per candidate, the possibility of package-based commercial terms and centralized coordination of the group’s documents through VISA-SVIT.

Important: the discount applies to the VISA-SVIT service fee and does not apply to third-party costs, government, consular, visa or service fees, insurance, medical examinations, notary services, translations, apostille or legalization, postal, courier or transportation expenses unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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Statistics

Statistics of VISA-SVIT results on issuing work visas to the Czech Republic for foreigners of all countries for 2025

1157 1157 Total applications
994 994 Visas issued
163 163 Rejected

Positive decisions made 0%

Work visa to the Czech Republic for foreigners

A Czech work visa is issued when a foreigner travels to the country solely for the purpose of employment. Depending on the contract and vacancy, visas may be issued for 3 months, 6 months, 1 year or up to 2 years.

In most cases, applicants apply for a Czech national visa Type D. Seasonal work usually involves a 6-month permit, while long-term employment is linked to a stable contract with a verified employer.

Invitation or contract from a Czech employer (key requirement)
Complete document package + translations
Submission to the Czech embassy/consulate
Decision usually within 2–3 weeks (case-dependent)

Key requirements (to reduce refusals):

Vacancy must be registered with the Czech Labor Office / Labor Exchange
Often required: relevant work experience (commonly 1+ year where applicable)
Qualifications confirmed by diplomas/certificates (if required by the job)
Translations into Czech + notarization where required

Czech industry — legal jobs for foreign workers

Practical preparation + verified employer documents = smoother processing and fewer delays.

Czech authorities carefully verify employer compliance and documentation. VISA-SVIT assists clients from Asia, Africa and the Middle East with correct preparation and employer checks to reduce risks and delays.

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Documents for work visa to Europe

Checklist EU Work Visa

The exact list of documents may differ by country and visa type. Always confirm requirements at the visa center or consulate of the selected country.

Typical list of documents | requirements

Passport
- Validity: less than 10 years and more than 90 days after the planned departure date
- 2 empty pages available
Photos (2 pcs.)

Color, 3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, made less than 6 months before submission; must be pasted into the visa application form.
Visa application form

Completed form (usually can be submitted up to 3 months before the planned trip).
Bank statement (last 3 months)
- All transactions for the period
- Current account balance
Health Insurance

Valid Health Insurance Card / policy according to consulate rules.
Employer invitation + related documents

Invitation letter and supporting employer-side documents (depending on country and visa type).
Applicant contact details

Phone/email, current address, and permanent residence address.

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Czech Republic Work visas to Europe Visa | TRC

Why job seekers increasingly choose the Czech Republic

Compared to many other Schengen countries, Czechia offers a practical and welcoming environment for foreign workers. When the application is prepared correctly, obtaining a work visa to Czechia can be faster than in many EU destinations.

Prague — European lifestyle and legal work options for foreign workers

Czechia: stable employment + predictable paperwork when prepared correctly.

★ Tip for applicants

Having a verified employer, correct accommodation proof and consistent job history significantly reduces delays.

✓ Advantages of working in Czechia

Competitive income. Often higher than in many parts of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and many CIS countries.
Official employment & protection. Contract, social security, regulated working conditions.
Strong industrial demand. Warehousing, manufacturing, automotive logistics, services.
Pathway to residence formats. Long-term legal work can support TRC / Employee Card routes where applicable.

⚠ Possible challenges

Language barrier. Czech can be difficult; basic knowledge improves job growth.
Cost of living. Plan for rent, utilities, deposits and initial expenses.
Employer linkage. Work status is usually tied to the employer; changes may require procedures.

VISA-SVIT helps make the process smooth and compliant: consultation, document preparation, employer checks and step-by-step support. From the candidate we typically require only personal documents — the rest is handled by our visa consultants.

Czech Republic Work visas to Europe For Partners Payment

Czech Work Visa Support by VISA-SVIT

VISA-SVIT provides end-to-end assistance for foreigners who want legal employment in the Czech Republic. We focus on clients from Central Asia, CIS, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and help prepare a compliant application package based on the employer’s invitation and contract.