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Czech Republic raises EU Blue Card salary floor to 73,823 CZK on May 1
Foreign professionals in Czechia face a higher minimum gross salary requirement of CZK 73,823 per month starting May 1. The update also introduces stricter rules for permanent residence language exams and expanded grounds for residence cancellation.
How the Digital Foreigner Account Simplifies Your Stay in the Czech Republic
The Czech government has detailed significant updates to immigration laws affecting visa holders and long-term residents. These changes include streamlined application processes and updated requirements for residency permits and work authorizations.
EES now replaces passport stamps at Schengen borders
The EU's new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) will automate border controls across 29 Schengen countries, digitizing stay tracking and replacing physical passport stamps for non-EU travelers.
Czech Republic Tightens Path to Residence for Ukrainians
The Czech Ministry of the Interior is introducing stricter requirements for Ukrainians under temporary protection seeking long-term or permanent residence. Starting mid-2027, applicants must demonstrate A2 Czech proficiency, two years of legal stay, and stable employment earning at least 1.2 times the average wage.
Czech Republic Updates Residency Rules and Processing Times
Starting January 2026, EU citizens must register for stays over 90 days, while Employee Card processing will be capped at 90 days. A new 'three-offense' rule will also allow authorities to revoke residence permits if an expat commits three administrative offenses within a single year.
Czech Republic Modernizes Residency with Digital Shift
Czechia will implement a major legal reset in 2026, including a 90-day processing guarantee for Single Permits and a significant expansion of the Digital Nomad Program quota to 5,000. The changes also introduce new long-term residency paths for Ukrainian refugees and enforce mandatory integration courses.
Understanding the New Residency Rules in the Czech Republic
The Czech government plans to increase the Digital Nomad Program quota to 5,000 while introducing a 'three-strike' residency revocation rule and mandatory integration courses. Additionally, the Dresden consulate has halted standard Employee and Business visa processing for non-preferred nationalities.