Your life in The Czech Republic starts here
Make your move to The Czech Republic
Prague's architecture and central European location anchor a country where costs are low and property affordable. Healthcare is strong and English widely spoken, with a remote-work programme open to many nationalities.
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At a glance
The Czech Republic, in brief.
How The Czech Republic compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. The Czech Republic ranks among the best for healthcare (24th of 78) and safety (24th of 78) and visa ease (34th of 81).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Low
- Property
- Affordable
- Healthcare
- Strong
- Safety
- Safe
- Climate
- Cool (~9°C)
- English
- Widely spoken
- Expat community
- Established
No retiree visa, nomad program for US/UK, 5yr PR
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Life in The Czech Republic
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Your move plan
The Czech Republic, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about The Czech Republic into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in The Czech Republic.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The The Czech Republic moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
Moving guide sponsored by- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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You won't be the first
Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in The Czech Republic share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All The Czech Republic stories
- České Budějovice
Tom Czaban
I’m Tom, a British expat, living in the Czech Republic. Where, when and why did you move abroad?Before moving to the Czech…
- Near Brno
Chloe’ Skye
My name is Chloe', and I'm a traveler, ESL teacher, spoken word poet and treehugger.Where, when and why did you move abroad?…
- Brno
Kevan Vogler
My name is Kevan Vogler. I'm originally from Edmonton, Alberta in Canada Where, when and why did you move abroad? I moved…
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