Citizenship for Residents
Becoming a Czech citizen is the natural next step in your journey.
We’ll help you turn permanent residency into full Czech citizenship — smoothly and with confidence.
Full rights of Czech citizens
Vote in elections, take part in local and national life, and feel fully at home in the community you’ve built around you.
Opportunities across Europe
Enjoy the EU benefits! Live, work, travel or study anywhere in the EU without additional permits.
No More Residency permits
As a citizen, you'll no longer need to worry about renewing residency permits or visas, giving you more stability and peace of mind.
What does the Process Look like?
No piles of forms, no confusing rules. Just a clear step-by-step process with our support at every stage.
Reach out and tell us your story. Our colleague Petra will get in touch to learn more about your situation, ask a few initial questions, and explain how the process works.
Based on that, she will send you a personalized price offer – no obligations, just clarity.
Next, you’ll meet with your dedicated citizenship manager for a call. Together, you’ll go over your situation in detail, clarify circumstances, and set the direction for your application.
This step ensures we understand everything about your case before moving forward.
We’ll prepare a personalized checklist of documents needed for your application. If you prefer, we can also arrange a quick call to go over the list, or clarify details by email.
With a power of attorney, we’ll help draft or obtain as many documents as possible, including your CV and the application form. We’ll also take care of timing, since some documents cannot be older than a certain number of days when submitted.
Once your file is complete, we’ll help you schedule an appointment at the relevant authority. The appointment usually takes about an hour, and the officers will speak Czech — so if you’d like, we can accompany you and provide support on-site.
After your citizenship is confirmed, we’ll help you register with the Special Registry in Brno, so you can receive your Czech birth certificate.
From there, you can apply for a Czech passport or ID. Done and dusted!
FAQ
Got questions about obtaining Czech citizenship for residents? Check out the most frequent ones.
Do I need to pass a Czech language exam?
Yes, applicants must demonstrate Czech language knowledge at B1 level and basic knowledge of Czech institutions.
There are exceptions. You don’t need to take the exams if:
you studied for at least 3 years at a Czech-language school (elementary, high school, or university),
you are under 15 or over 65 at the time of application,
or you have a physical or mental condition that makes it impossible to meet the exam requirements (read a story about our client with dyslexia).
How long do I need to live in the Czech Republic before I can apply?
In most cases, you need to hold permanent residence continuously for:
5 years if you are a non-EU national,
3 years if you are an EU national,
or a total of 10 years of combined residence, if part of the time was before permanent residency.
Some exceptions may apply, especially when your spouse is Czech.
How long does the process take?
From the moment we start preparing your application until the decision is issued, it usually takes 12–18 months.
Can you apply for my Czech passport on my behalf?
No — this part must be done in person. But don’t worry: we’ll provide you with clear guidance on how and where to apply, so you can choose the option most convenient for you and your family.
What needs to be registered with the Special Registry in Brno?
At minimum, your birth must be registered. If applicable, your marriage or divorce as well.
Why Choose Czechwise?
Applying for Czech citizenship can be complex. These are the strengths that make the difference.
Flexible support
From full process handling to partial assistance, we adapt to what you need.
Dealing With Czech Authorities
We’re in touch with the Czech Authorities across the republic
Step-by-Step Guidance
Your dedicated manager walks you through the entire process.