Czech Republic – Visas
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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.
The Czech Republic at a glance
Cost of living
Low
Property
Affordable
Healthcare
Strong
Safety
Safe
Climate
Cool (~9°C)
English
Widely spoken
Expat community
Established
Where The Czech Republic is strongest: healthcare #24 of 78safety #24 of 78visa ease #34 of 81
Worth weighing up: size of expat community #49 of 81tax friendliness #44 of 81property affordability #39 of 75
TaxWorldwide, 15%/23% progressive rates
Visa / residencyNo retiree visa, nomad program for US/UK, 5yr PR
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