Long-term Residence (Dlouhodobý pobyt)
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Long-term Residence Permit Application or Extension

Žádost o povolení k dlouhodobému pobytu / prodloužení

Multi-purpose form for third-country nationals applying for or extending a long-term residence permit. Covers purposes: employment, business, study, family reunification, and more.

Filled by

You (the applicant)

Fee

1,000 CZK (issuance), 1,000 CZK (extension)

Processing

60 days (issuance), 30 days (extension)

Submit to

Regional MoI office (OAMP). For extensions, submit at least 120 days before expiry.

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When Do You Need This Form?

When applying for a long-term residence permit after your long-term visa expires (typically after 1 year), or when extending an existing long-term residence permit.

Required Attachments

  • Valid passport
  • 2 passport photos
  • Proof of purpose of stay (contract, business license, acceptance letter, etc.)
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of financial means
  • Clean criminal record
  • Health insurance

Field-by-Field Guide

Purpose of stay

Účel pobytu

Field 1

Select your reason: employment, business, study, family, scientific research, etc.

Previous stay details

Field 2

Information about your current/previous residence status in CZ.

Include your current visa/permit number and validity dates

Tips & Best Practices

  • Apply for extension at least 120 days before your current permit expires
  • Your stay is legal while the extension is being processed
  • The long-term residence permit can lead to permanent residence after 5 years
  • This is a BILINGUAL form (Czech/English) — fill out both columns

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying too late for extension
  • Purpose of stay changed but not updated
  • Missing documents causing the application to be suspended

Legal Basis

Sections 42-44 of Act No. 326/1999 Coll.

Source: ipc.gov.cz

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