🇨🇿family Visa

Long-term Family Reunification Visa

Czech Republic

Last updated: December 23, 2025

Duration

1 year (renewable)

Visa Fee

$110

Time

3-4 months

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

This visa lets you live with your family member in Czech Republic. Your family member must already live there legally. You can bring your spouse and children with you. This visa is different from work or student visas because you don't need a job or school. You just need to prove your family member can support you financially. Is it available right now? Yes. The visa is active and accepting applications.

Key Benefits

  • Work freely (with residence permit)
  • Travel anywhere in Europe without a visa
  • Bring your spouse and children
  • Get health insurance automatically
  • Stay permanently if you follow the rules
  • Path to citizenship after 10 years
  • Can extend indefinitely if conditions are met

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • Your family member lives in Czech Republic legally (has a residence permit)
  • You are married or in a registered partnership
  • You are a parent or child of the person in Czech Republic
  • You are 18+ (for spouses)
  • You don't have serious crimes on your record
  • You have enough money to support yourself
  • You have valid health insurance

Financial Requirement

Your family member in Czech Republic must show they earn enough money to support you. Minimum amounts per month: One person $540-600, Couple $895-950, Family of 3 (couple + child) $1,150-1,200. These amounts go higher if you have a child or live in Prague (housing is more expensive). How to prove it: Show your last 6 months of pay stubs, a letter from your boss, or bank statements showing regular money coming in.

Documents

  • Valid passportMust be good for at least 3 more months
  • 2 recent photosLight background
  • Marriage or birth certificateProves family relationship
  • Proof of moneyPay stubs, bank statements, or employer letter
  • Proof of where you'll liveLease agreement or housing proof
  • Health insurance proofEUR 60,000 minimum for adults; EUR 400,000 for children under 18
  • Criminal recordFrom your country
  • Medical reportOnly if asked

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.