Czechia · Business / Startup
Czechia Business residence permit
Income needed: CZK 21k+ a month ≈ $950
Long-term residence permit for the purpose of doing business
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Key facts
Business residence permit is a business / startup route for Czechia. Applicants need income of CZK 21k+ a month ≈ $950. You can stay 2 yrs, renewable. Checked 2026-10-11 against the official source.
- Money needed
- CZK 21k+ a month ≈ $950
- Government fees
- CZK 2,500 ≈ $110
- Processing
- Up to 60 days
- First stay
- 2 yrs
Cost, time and long term
To apply: government fee CZK 2,500 ≈ $110; income to show CZK 21k+/mo ≈ $950; decision: up to 60 days. No lawyer or agent fee is included.
Government feesCZK 2,500 ≈ $110
- CZK 2,500 (≈ $110)Administrative fee.
Shown, not spentCZK 21k+/mo ≈ $950
- CZK 20,680 a month (≈ $950)Stable, regular monthly income of at least the living minimum (CZK 5,000 (≈ $230) for one person) plus the normative rent and energy rate for housing (CZK 15,680 (≈ $720) for one person from 1 October 2026), or actual housing costs if lower; each extra adult adds CZK 3,750 (≈ $170) and a larger housing allowance.
RenewalRenewable
The permit can be extended repeatedly, up to 2 years each time.
Permanent residenceAfter 5 years of residence
Permanent residence needs 5 years of continuous residence in Czechia on a long-term residence permit, plus a passed Czech language exam unless exempt.
ProcessingUp to 60 days
The Ministry of the Interior has 60 days to decide.
Where to applyInside the country
Initial applications must be submitted in person at a Ministry of the Interior office.
Why this route may not fit
Check this before you apply.
- Not open to EU, EEA or Swiss passports
What you'll need
What you must show3
- Monthly income is at least CZK 20,680 (≈ $950) for a one-person household, counting the living minimum and housing allowance.
- Proof of stable, regular total monthly income of the applicant and persons assessed together is required.
- One-time bank balances are not accepted as proof of funds.
Documents3
- Confirmation of registration is submitted.
- Proof of no outstanding debts is submitted.
- Comprehensive medical insurance is submitted.
What happens at day 183
How Czechia decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records.
- Stay on this route
Up to 2 years at first, renewable
- Tax residence
- At least 183 days in a calendar yearStaying in the Czech Republic at least 183 days in the calendar year makes the person a tax resident.
- Foreign-source income
Worldwide income of tax residents; Czech-source income only for non-residents.
All tax rules for Czechia Tax records checked
What you need to arrange
- Health insurance
Comprehensive medical insurance is submitted
- Accommodation
Monthly income is at least CZK 20,680 (≈ $950) for a one-person household, counting the living minimum and housing allowance
Taken from this route's requirements above. The authority's own list is the one that counts.
Full official text
Residence permit for entrepreneurs, self-employed, licensed trades and statutory bodies of trading companies. Available to holders of a business visa, or of any long-term permit with more than 5 years of residence (not required for holders of the seeking-employment permit or, after 3 years or age 18, family-reunification permits). 1 2
What you must show and pay
- Income of at least CZK 20,680 a month (≈ $950) · Stable, regular monthly income of at least the living minimum (CZK 5,000 (≈ $230) for one person) plus the normative rent and energy rate for housing (CZK 15,680 (≈ $720) for one person from 1 October 2026), or actual housing costs if lower; each extra adult adds CZK 3,750 (≈ $170) and a larger housing allowance. 2 1
- A fee of CZK 2,500 (≈ $110) · Administrative fee. 1
Requirements
- Monthly income is at least CZK 20,680 (≈ $950) for a one-person household, counting the living minimum and housing allowance. 2 1
- Proof of stable, regular total monthly income of the applicant and persons assessed together is required. 1 2
- One-time bank balances are not accepted as proof of funds. 1 2
- Confirmation of registration is submitted. 1 2
- Proof of no outstanding debts is submitted. 1 2
- Comprehensive medical insurance is submitted. 1 2
Stay
- Valid for a maximum of 2 years; extendable repeatedly by up to 2 years each time.
- First stay: up to 24 months, decided case by case.
- Renewable, subject to the conditions in force at renewal.
Nationality
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals. Not open to: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia.
Work
Carry out the registered business.
Family
Spouse or same-sex partner and minor children can apply for family reunification; a lone parent over 65 (any age if unable to self-care) also qualifies. The sponsor needs a valid long-term residence permit held for over 15 months, and both spouses must be at least 20.
Official sources
- Long-term residence permit for the purpose of doing business · Ministry of the Interior of Czechia (ipc.gov.cz) · checked 2026-10-10
- Proof of funds for the stay (finances) · Ministry of the Interior of Czechia (ipc.gov.cz) · checked 2026-10-10
- Permanent residence permit after 5 years of temporary residence in the Czech Republic · Ministry of the Interior (Information Portal for Foreigners) · checked 2026-10-11
Business residence permit and its alternatives
| Route | Money needed | Stay | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business residence permit | Needs income of CZK 21k+ a month ≈ $950 | 2 yr, renewable | – |
| Business long-stay visa | Needs savings of CZK 157k+ ≈ $7,170 | 1 yr | – |
| Startup Visa Portugal | Needs savings of €6,446+ ≈ $7,200 | 2 yr, renewable | – |
| Entrepreneur visa Spain | – | 3 yr, renewable | – |
| Startup Visa Italy | Needs savings of €50k+ ≈ $56k | 1 yr, renewable | – |
Questions people ask
How much money do I need for the Business residence permit?
Income of at least CZK 20,680 a month (≈ $950). Stable, regular monthly income of at least the living minimum (CZK 5,000 (≈ $230) for one person) plus the normative rent and energy rate for housing (CZK 15,680 (≈ $720) for one person from 1 October 2026), or actual housing costs if lower; each extra adult adds CZK 3,750 (≈ $170) and a larger housing allowance. A fee of CZK 2,500 (≈ $110). Administrative fee.
How long can I stay on the Business residence permit?
Valid for a maximum of 2 years; extendable repeatedly by up to 2 years each time.
How long does the Business residence permit take to process?
The Ministry of the Interior has 60 days to decide.
Can I work on the Business residence permit?
Carry out the registered business.
Can I bring my family on the Business residence permit?
Spouse or same-sex partner and minor children can apply for family reunification; a lone parent over 65 (any age if unable to self-care) also qualifies.
Who can apply for the Business residence permit?
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals. Not open to: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia.
Does the Business residence permit lead to permanent residence in Czechia?
Time on the Business residence permit counts toward permanent residence in Czechia, which the rules allow after 5 years of residence.
How are Business residence permit holders taxed in Czechia?
No special regime in our records is tied to the Business residence permit. The standard rules apply: 15% on tax base up to 36 times the average wage; 23% on the part above (2026 annual limit CZK 1,762,812, (≈ $80,800) 36 times the 2026 average wage of CZK 48,967 (≈ $2,240)). Employer advances for 2026: 15% up to CZK 146,901 (≈ $6,730) monthly base, 23% above.
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How this was checked
Checked on 2026-10-11 against 3 official sources. Status: verified against the official sources.
Every figure on this page comes from the official source it links to. The record was researched against these sources, then reviewed separately, with special attention to effective dates and amendments. Where a source does not state something, the page leaves it out.
- Long-term residence permit for the purpose of doing business · Ministry of the Interior of Czechia (ipc.gov.cz) · checked 2026-10-10
- Proof of funds for the stay (finances) · Ministry of the Interior of Czechia (ipc.gov.cz) · checked 2026-10-10
- Permanent residence permit after 5 years of temporary residence in the Czech Republic · Ministry of the Interior (Information Portal for Foreigners) · checked 2026-10-11
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