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The main route to permanent residence for third-country nationals, available after five years of continuous qualifying residence. The permit is valid for 10 years (renewable) and frees the holder from any single purpose of stay.
Third-country nationals with at least five years of continuous qualifying residence in Czechia.
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Permanent residence status itself is unlimited; the physical card is issued for 10 years (5 years for children under 15) and is renewable.
Generally five years of continuous temporary residence in the Czech Republic; EU Blue Card holders can combine time across EU states.
Yes. A refusal comes with a written explanation and you can appeal within 15 days of notification.
Typically the application form, travel document, proof of accommodation, proof of funds, a photograph, and the Czech language exam certificate.
Yes. The five years must be continuous, so significant gaps or long absences can interrupt the qualifying period.
Permanent residence is generally available after five years of continuous qualifying residence in Czechia. It requires a Czech language exam at A2 level, and the resulting permit is valid for 10 years and frees you from any single purpose of stay.
Yes, in most cases you must prove you passed the Czech language exam, unless you qualify for an exemption.
