The Czech Republic digital nomad visa is actually a long-term business visa for freelancers known as Zivnostenske opravneni or Zivno for short. It allows freelancers to live in the Czech Republic for six months to one year.

Although this visa is not especially for digital nomads, it can be a good option for digital nomads who are self-employed and want to live in the Czech Republic.

UOne of the advantages of having a visa for the Czech Republic is that you can move freely throughout the 26 Schengen countries of Europe. Only a couple of other digital nomad visas allow such travel: Portugal, Malta and Estonia.

What are the Czech Republic digital nomad visa requirements?

• The number one requirement for applying for the Czech Republic zivno visa is that you are self-employed. This means that you work with clients and perform services for them. Along with this requirement, you will also need.
• Valid passport - issued within the last 10 years and with 2 blank pages.
• Proof of purpose - Business license to perform self-employed work in the Czech Republic.
• Proof of accommodation - A rental contract or a reservation for the duration of your stay.
• 124,500 CZK - You must have at least 124,500 CZK (~ 5,644 USD) in your bank account.
• Criminal record check - Issued and notarised from your home country or country of residence.
• Proof of medical insurance - Must have medical coverage in the Czech Republic.
• Completed application form - Translated or completed in Czech.

How to apply

Step 1: Obtain a trade licence

One of the Zivno visa requirements is that all self-employed persons must have a Trade Licence to operate in the Czech Republic. Fee of 1.000 CZK (~ 40,41 Euro). This can be submitted online.

Step 2: Submitting the visa application

Once you have obtained your trade licence, it is time to submit your Czech Republic digital nomad visa application. You must submit the relevant documents in person at a Czech Republic Embassy (fees can go up to 220 euros).

Step 3: Attend the immigration interview

When you submit your visa application, you will also have to attend an immigration interview.

Step 4: Register with the Aliens Police

Once your visa application is approved and you receive permission to live in the Czech Republic, you will need to go to the Aliens Police and register your address within three days of entering the Czech Republic. You will be given a stamp, which is important for the next step.

Step 5: Register the official trade licence

After receiving the stamp from the Foreign Police, go to your local Trade Licensing Office to obtain your Official Trade Licence. You show the stamp and your temporary Trade Licence. Within three to five days, you can pick up your official licence and start working in the Czech Republic.

With this official Trade Licence, you will need to register your tax identification number to pay Czech taxes and social security.