Czech citizenship for Russians when purchasing real estate

Advantages of the Czech Republic for life

The Czech Republic has a significant number of advantages, thanks to which this country is often chosen as a “second home”. For example, among the Russian-speaking population, the Czech Republic is consistently among the top 5 places to move.

High standard of living Despite the fact that the Czech Republic joined the EU only in 2004, living standards in the country are rapidly approaching those of advanced European countries. The Czech government is interested in creating all the conditions for a quality life, which the country does very well.
Security The Czech Republic is rightfully recognized as one of the safest countries in the world, something that many other countries cannot boast of. Residents of the Czech Republic obediently comply with the laws, and the level of legal consciousness of the population is at a very high level.
Inexpensive cost of living The Czech Republic is an EU country, but prices here are several times lower than in other European countries. This plus affects not only the fact that living in the country is very comfortable, but also indirectly influences obtaining a residence permit, since the applicant will need to prove his worth. The minimum threshold in the Czech Republic is lower compared to other European countries.
Ecology, cleanliness The Czech Republic is a very clean country where the environment is given special importance. The population and the Government are working together to improve environmental indicators in the country, carefully taking care of cleanliness in the country. They are great at it.
Ease of doing business Business conditions in the Czech Republic are extremely convenient, from the ease of opening a company to low tax rates. For example: The corporate income tax rate in the Czech Republic is only 19%, although a reduced rate also applies.
Quality education A student visa is perhaps one of the most popular grounds on which a student applies for a residence permit in the Czech Republic. The level of education in the Czech Republic is extremely high, and a diploma from a Czech university is valued in the EU and the USA. Moreover, higher education in the Czech Republic is free.
Relatively simple procedure for obtaining a residence permit Compared to other countries, obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic is relatively simple. If you meet the necessary requirements, in just a couple of months you can obtain a residence permit, which will allow you to apply for permanent residence and citizenship after a while.
Free movement within the EU countries Residence permits in the Czech Republic allow you to freely enter and exit other countries of the European Union. However, please note that the maximum period of stay in another country, as a general rule, should not exceed 90 days.

What does a residence permit in the Czech Republic provide: rights and obligations

Residence in the country	A residence permit allows you to live in the Czech Republic all year round. It is assumed that a foreigner must spend more than 183 days a year in the Czech Republic, otherwise the renewal of the document may be refused. If you intend to obtain permanent residence, you cannot leave the country for more than 6 months in a row. True, in practice it is difficult to verify a person’s movement within the Schengen area.
Visa-free travel	Residence permit holders do not have to apply for visas to travel to Schengen countries. You can apply for a visa to other countries, for example, the USA, in the Czech Republic.
Medicine	A foreigner with a residence permit gets access to state healthcare; he can pay contributions to the medical fund and be served on an equal basis with citizens of the country. Insurance covers consultations, treatments, surgeries and some medications.
Social protection	Residence permit holders have access to Czech social insurance, which guarantees maternity, pension and sick leave benefits.
Education	Children of a foreigner can attend kindergartens and schools free of charge. Higher education in Czech is free for everyone.
Job	Depends on the type of residence permit. For example, student residence permits have restrictions on the number of hours of work, while labor cards, on the contrary, are issued for work.
Automobile	With a residence permit you can buy and register a car in the Czech Republic, as well as obtain a European driving license.
Loans	A residence permit provides access to lending at reduced rates (compared to foreigners without a residence permit).
Taxes	If an individual stays in the Czech Republic for more than 183 days a year, he is considered a tax resident of the country and must pay taxes there.

What should you consider before moving to the Czech Republic?

Unpredictable climate Residents of the Czech Republic do not consider the unpredictability of the climate a minus, but for many visitors to the country it becomes stressful. It is quite difficult to predict the weather in the Czech Republic, but in modern realities, weather services allow you to minimize the risks of getting wet when it suddenly begins to rain.
Czech language Upon arrival in the country, you should immediately start learning the Czech language, since knowledge of it will be needed for a comfortable stay in the Czech Republic. Especially if you plan to obtain Czech citizenship.

Grounds for obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic

Important: To acquire a residence permit in the Czech Republic, you first need to obtain a long-term visa, and then, while already in the Czech Republic on a long-term visa, apply for a residence permit.

The process of obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic begins with choosing a basis. Each basis has its own characteristics, and therefore we recommend that you seek the help of specialists to get advice on the most profitable and simplest method in your case. GFLO Consultancy is pleased to offer you a free consultation. Write to us if you need our help.

The most popular grounds are:

Studying Going to university in the Czech Republic is a frequently used reason among the young population.
As noted above, Czech education is recognized as being of high quality, which attracts potential students from all over the world. Important: To qualify for free education in the Czech Republic, you must have a high level of knowledge of the Czech language, as well as undergo the nostrification procedure. Nostrification is a procedure for recognizing educational documents issued in a foreign country.
Employment Employment is also an excellent option for obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic. It is quite common for qualified specialists to be sent to a branch of a company in the Czech Republic, which allows them to apply for a residence permit.
Entrepreneurship By establishing a company in the Czech Republic, it is possible to obtain a long-term visa, which gives the right to reside in the Czech Republic. The requirements for obtaining a visa are as follows: you must conduct a real business in the Czech Republic and confirm the availability of sufficient funds for residence and business development.
Family reunification Marriage with a citizen of the Czech Republic gives the right to apply for a residence permit. A similar rule applies to minor children whose parents permanently reside in the Czech Republic.

Visa for property owners

Owners of real estate in the Czech Republic are entitled to a multiple-entry Schengen visa, which allows them to stay in the country for 90 days per six months or 180 days per year. The owner of the property, his wife, children, grandchildren and parents can safely apply for this type of visa.

To confirm the purpose of the trip, provide an extract from the real estate cadastre or an agreement with the developer, if the property is still under construction.

For a complete list of documents required to obtain a visa for property owners, see the website of the Czech Embassy in Moscow.

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The procedure for obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic

As noted above, initially a foreign citizen must obtain a long-term visa, which allows him to apply for a residence permit in the future.

Please note: If you have a residence permit in the Czech Republic, a foreigner must stay in the country for at least 183 days a year.

The step-by-step procedure for obtaining a residence permit is as follows:

Choice of base;
Obtaining a long-term visa;
Preparation of documents and submission of an application for a residence permit in the Czech Republic.

Preparation of necessary documents:

scans of identification documents (foreign and internal passports);
statement;
health insurance;
confirmation of the presence of sufficient funds to live in the Czech Republic in the account;
certificate of good conduct;
photos;
a document confirming the existence of grounds for obtaining a residence permit (for example, a document confirming admission to a university in the Czech Republic).

All documents must be translated into Czech and certified by a notary.

Interesting: Submission of an application as a general rule is carried out at the regional office of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Czech Republic. However, the application can also be submitted at the Czech consulate in the country where the applicant is located.

The processing time for an application for a residence permit takes on average from 2 to 4 months, depending on the chosen basis.

Deadlines for obtaining a residence permit

How long you will have to wait for a decision on a residence permit in the Czech Republic depends on the reason for moving and the place of submission of documents. A personal visit to the Czech Ministry of Internal Affairs significantly speeds up the process. On average, the processing time for applications, depending on the purpose, is:

2 months – for employment and training;
4 months – on reunification with relatives from the EU;
9 months – family reunification with a resident of the Czech Republic;
4 months - in all other cases.

When applying for a Blue Card, the processing time may increase by another 2 months. You can track the status of your application on the official website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Czech Republic.

How can we help?

We will provide free legal advice on the most advantageous basis for obtaining a residence permit in the Czech Republic;
we will register a company in the Czech Republic if you choose the basis of 'entrepreneurship';
We will help you fill out forms and guide you through the necessary documents;
We will take charge of communication with migration authorities;
We will give practical advice on how to successfully pass an interview;
We will help with moving to the Czech Republic, including finding housing;
We will answer all questions during the process.

Write to us if you need help.

How to obtain a residence permit and necessary documents

A citizen of the Russian Federation or Ukraine who plans to stay in the Czech Republic for more than three months must apply for a residence permit. To do this, you need to prepare a certain package of documents, which include:

the applicant's foreign passport, which has a validity period of at least 12 months at the time of applying for a residence permit. You should also provide a photocopy of your passport;
basis for legal stay on the territory of the Czech Republic;
4 photographs (passport format, color, without corners or frames). It is necessary to ensure that the photographs strictly comply with the established requirements;
grounds for requesting immigration status. For example, students must provide an invitation from the higher educational institution to which they are admitted, and participants in the family reunification program must provide an invitation from their Czech relatives;
bank statements and other documents confirming the sufficient wealth of potential immigrants;
confirmation from the state register of ownership of Czech real estate or a long-term lease agreement (for at least 12 months);
a certificate from a Czech state clinic stating that the applicant has a satisfactory state of health and is not a carrier of socially dangerous diseases. The document can also be obtained from a private medical institution, but you must first inquire whether it has the appropriate accreditation;
confirmation of marital status (if necessary);
a certificate of no criminal record in Russia or Ukraine;
insurance policy;
checks, receipts confirming that all necessary administrative fees have been paid.

Documentation must be submitted to the Czech immigration service translated into Czech. It is better to do this in a specialized translation agency, which must have the appropriate accreditation. All translations must have an apostille. Any documents that were issued within the European Union do not need to be translated or certified. Quite often, Czech immigration officers ask for additional documents. For example, this could be additional proof of income.

A minor who receives a residence permit in the Czech Republic together with his parents will need a birth certificate. If only one parent is present, the other parent will be required to consent to his offspring receiving immigration status in the Czech Republic. The consent is translated into Czech and certified by a notary. If the present parent cannot provide such a document for certain reasons, then he should provide appropriate argumentation in the form of a death certificate of the second parent, recognition by the court as incompetent, etc.