Czechia, particularly its capital city Prague, has long been a popular destination for digital nomads. The country offers a freelancer visa known as the Zivno, which has been available for some time. However, this visa comes with certain complexities that may make it challenging for some applicants:
Despite Prague’s appeal to the digital nomad community, the Zivno visa’s stringent requirements and limited trade options make it one of the more challenging visas to obtain in Europe. This complexity may deter some remote workers who might otherwise be drawn to Czechia’s rich culture, affordable living costs, and central European location.
Visa category
Digital Nomad Program*
What are the visa fees/charges?
CZK2,500/5,000 (~EUR102/204)
Is there a minimum income threshold applicable for digital nomad/remote work visa?
• The applicant should earn at least 1.5 multiple of the average gross annual salary announced by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.
• For the period from May 2023 to April 2024, the average gross annual salary in the Czech Republic is CZK484,236 (CZK40,353 monthly)
Are digital nomad/remote work visa holders subject to income tax?
If the applicant stays for more than 183 days in Czech republic, then he will be considered as a Czech tax resident
Are digital nomad/remote work visa holders subject to social security contributions?
To be examined on case by case basis.
Is there Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) relief available in the country?
Yes
Is there an income tax requirement in the country, in general?
Yes
Is there a social security requirement in the country, in general?
Yes
Are criminal checks required for this visa?
Yes
For how long is the digital nomad/remote work visa valid?
90 days to 1 year, with an option to renew
Is the applicant bound to any work restraints/limitations?
The applicant is not allowed to work in Czech’s domestic market
What are the standard requirements for the digital nomad/remote work visa?
• Duly filled application form
• Proof of education in the field of natural sciences, engineering, technology, or mathematics (STEM), or at least 3 years of experience in the field of IT
• For employee of foreign company, proof that the employer should be having at least 50 employees worldwide and it should be possible to work remotely
• For freelancer, declaration of free trade in the Czech Republic in the field of business related to IT
Which countries are eligible to apply for the digital nomad/ remote work visa?
Currently, citizen or nationals of these eight countries are eligible to apply:
• Australia
• Japan
• Canada
• The republic of Korea
• New Zealand
• The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
• USA
• Taiwan
Is applicant required to provide proof of employment?
The employees of a foreign company are required to provide the following documents:
• Proof of having more than 50 employees by the company
• Proof of employment contract, showing: (a) the salary meets minimum income requirements, (b) during the stay in Czech Republic, the applicant will be employed by the foreign company, and (c) the employee can work remotely
The freelancers are required to provide the following documents:
• Declaration of the free trade registration in the Czech Republic in the field of business related to IT
• Proof of contract for the provision of services in IT, or an affidavit of a digital nomad client, showing: (a) contract duration, (b) contract project is related to IT, and (c) the earnings meet minimum income requirements
Cost of living index: 52.8 – (51 out of 140)
Internet fixed: 55.52 Mbps Median- speedtest.net Feb 2023
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