# Czech Republic visa for Nepali citizens

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Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/czech-republic
Last updated: 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of the Czech Republic — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- **Address:** 50-M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 2415 5200
- **Email:** newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz, consulate_newdelhi@mzv.cz
- **Hours:** Mon–Thu 09:00–12:30 (consular by appointment); Fri 09:00–12:00. Visa decisions issued by the Embassy in Delhi or directly by Czech MoI / MFA in Prague; VFS centres handle intake only.
- **Application centre:** VFS Global Czech Republic Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata / Chandigarh) — No Czech VAC in Nepal — Nepali applicants must travel to one of the six VFS Czech India centres. Delhi VAC: 5th Floor, Rectangle 1, D-4, Saket District Centre, New Delhi 110017. Mon–Fri 08:30–14:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze.
- **Online portal:** https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze (VFS Global Czech Republic India — appointment booking + visa application form download) · https://www.mzv.gov.cz/newdelhi — Embassy of the Czech Republic New Delhi · https://frs.gov.cz — Czech MoI Foreign Police (long-stay residence registration) · https://www.mvcr.cz — Czech Ministry of Interior (employment cards, blue cards, long-term residence) · https://visapoint.eu — Visapoint long-stay visa appointment system (historically scarce slots)
- **Payment:** Visa fee in INR Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Embassy of the Czech Republic" at any Indian bank, OR online via the VFS portal. VFS service fee + courier in cash INR or by card at the VAC counter. No payments accepted in NPR — all fees settled in INR at the Indian VAC.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, leisure travel within Czech Republic and the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry depending on travel history; first-time applicants typically receive single- or double-entry sticker matched to the trip.
**Entries:** Single (1), Double (2), or Multiple (MULT).
**Processing time:** 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.
**How to apply:** Download form from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze -> fill and sign -> travel to India to submit at any VFS Czech VAC (Delhi recommended, closest to the Embassy) -> biometrics on the spot -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Czech consular officers expect approximately CZK 1,300/day (~ EUR 50) cash or equivalent funds shown.

**Required documents:**

- Czech Schengen visa application form (signed) — Downloaded from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze; printed and signed by hand. Available in English or Czech.
- Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of the current passport AND last 2 old passports.
- One passport-size photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80% of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
- Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India) — Apply for an Indian visit visa or 72-hour transit visa first if you do not already hold a multi-entry Indian visa. The Czech Embassy cannot adjudicate without you physically reaching India.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage) — Covers urgent medical, hospitalisation, and repatriation throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay. From the VFS-published list of pre-approved insurers.
- Confirmed return air ticket (not yet paid; reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
- Confirmed accommodation in Czech Republic for the entire stay — Hotel booking, private rental contract, or invitation-letter accommodation.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location) — If multi-Schengen trip, Czech Republic must be the main destination (longest stay) for the visa to be filed at this Embassy.
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Embassy of the Czech Republic, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — Notarised English translations.
- International credit card copy + last 3 months statement *(conditional)* — Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
- Proof of social / professional status — Employed: employer letter on letterhead (position, tenure, leave grant, last 3 months salary slips). Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
- Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
- Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement *(conditional)* — Demonstrates funds being carried for the trip.
- Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Nepali passport holders need a valid Indian visa to travel to the VFS VAC. Plan for this 4–6 weeks before the planned Czech trip.
- A multi-entry Schengen Type C visa with 2+ entries OR a Schengen residence permit removes the need for a separate Czech visa under standard Schengen reciprocity.
- Multi-entry sticker validity is at the Embassy's discretion — repeat travellers with a clean Schengen record can receive 1, 3, or 5-year multi-entry stamps.

### Business — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Czech Republic or the wider Schengen Area.
**Stay duration:** Maximum 90 days within any 180-day period.
**Validity:** Up to 5 years multi-entry for repeat business profiles.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Czech inviters.
**How to apply:** visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze -> VFS Czech India submission with Czech inviter docs.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from Czech company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's IČO (business registration number), business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- Czech inviter business registration extract (Veřejný rejstřík / Obchodní rejstřík) — From the Czech Public Register / Commercial Register.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- Business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Czech Republic.
- For ongoing business engagement (>90 days), apply for a Type D long-stay business visa OR a živnostenské oprávnění (Czech trade licence) with associated long-term residence.

### Family Visit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Visit to Family or Friends

**Purpose:** Visiting family or friends resident in Czech Republic.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days in 180.
**Validity:** 1–5 years multi-entry.
**Entries:** Single, Double, or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Czech India intake with host-provided invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance, return ticket)
- Letter of Invitation (Pozvání) verified by Czech Foreign Police — Host obtains an officially-verified invitation form from the local Foreign Police office in Czech Republic; this is the formal sponsorship document. Original or certified copy submitted to VFS.
- Host's status proof: Czech ID / passport / PR card / long-term residence permit
- Host's 3-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- Family-relationship proof: marriage certificate, birth certificate, or family-tree document (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU / EEA / Czech citizens are GRATIS — the consular fee is waived under Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC. VFS service still applies.
- The "Pozvání" (formal invitation) must be obtained by the host in Czech Republic from the Foreign Police office BEFORE the applicant submits at VFS — host commits to financial support and any costs not covered by the applicant.

### Student — Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — Student

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised Czech tertiary institution (university, college, language preparation programme).
**Stay duration:** Programme length; initial Type D visa valid 6 months for entry, then converted to Long-Term Residence Permit for Study.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on long-term residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry visa); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** 60 calendar days statutory (often longer due to scarce Visapoint appointment slots).
**How to apply:** (1) Get accepted to a Czech institution + receive admission letter; (2) book Type D appointment via Visapoint or Embassy directly; (3) submit at VFS Czech India / Embassy Delhi with full document set + biometrics; (4) wait for Czech MoI decision; (5) collect entry visa from Embassy and travel; (6) within 3 working days of arrival, register at Foreign Police; (7) pick up biometric Long-Term Residence Permit card.
**Financial requirement:** Funds proof: minimum 15 × subsistence amount per stay (CZK 6,400/month × 12 = CZK 76,800 for 1 year — approximately EUR 3,200 / NPR 4.5 lakh) PLUS proof of paid tuition for the first year. Bank deposit in a Czech bank in student's name OR sponsor declaration with sponsor's 6-month bank statement.

**Required documents:**

- Type D visa application form (signed) — Downloaded from mzv.gov.cz / Visapoint.
- University / college admission letter from a Czech-accredited institution — Must be a Czech Higher Education Institution recognised under Act No. 111/1998. Includes programme, start date, language of study, tuition.
- Proof of paid tuition for the first year (or scholarship confirmation)
- Confirmed accommodation in Czech Republic (university dormitory contract OR private rental ≥ 12 months)
- Funds proof: bank statement showing CZK 76,800+ (≈ NPR 4.5 lakh) OR sponsor declaration with sponsor's 6-month bank statement
- Czech-recognised health insurance (≥ EUR 60,000 with no pre-existing-condition exclusions, 30% co-payment OK) — From a Czech insurer (VZP, Slavia, Maxima, PVZP, AXA, or others on the Czech MoI list). Letter from Nepali insurer is NOT accepted for Type D.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled) — SLC / SEE, +2, Bachelor's — every level completed.
- Czech / English proficiency certificate (per programme requirement) — IELTS Academic 6.0+ for English-medium programmes; Czech B1+ for Czech-medium programmes.
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 6+ months in last 3 years — MoFA-apostilled (Nepal joined Hague Apostille on 14 March 2024).
- Medical certificate confirming applicant is free of dangerous illnesses — Form prescribed by Czech MoI; from a Czech-recognised lab in Nepal (Norvic, B&B, CIWEC).
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Czech Republic
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the tuition / living allowance. Sponsor's income bundle establishes that source of education funding is legitimate.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Within 3 working days of arrival, students must register at the local Czech Foreign Police office (frs.gov.cz) — failing this triggers an administrative fine.
- Long-Term Residence Permit for Study is renewable annually; biometric card issued after Czech MoI processes initial application post-arrival.
- Part-time work (up to 300 hours/year for non-EU students) is permitted with the Long-Term Residence Permit; full-time work requires an Employee Card.
- Common refusal grounds: doubts about study intent, weak SOP, suspect funds source, prior Schengen refusals.

### Work — Employee Card (Zaměstnanecká karta) — combined work + residence permit

**Purpose:** Salaried employment at a Czech employer for a position registered in the Czech Labour Office's Central Register of Vacancies eligible for foreign workers.
**Stay duration:** Tied to employment contract — up to 2 years initially, renewable in 3-year increments.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on Employee Card.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via Employee Card.
**Processing time:** 60–90 days statutory (longer in practice due to Czech Labour Office vacancy registration + appointment scarcity).
**How to apply:** (1) Czech employer registers the vacancy on the Central Register and obtains Czech Labour Office (Úřad práce) clearance; (2) employer provides job offer + clearance to applicant; (3) applicant books Type D appointment via Visapoint; (4) submits at VFS Czech India / Embassy Delhi with full document set + biometrics; (5) waits for Czech MoI decision; (6) collects entry visa from Embassy and travels; (7) within 3 working days of arrival, registers at Foreign Police; (8) picks up biometric Employee Card.

**Required documents:**

- Type D visa application form (signed)
- Job offer / employment contract from Czech employer — Bilingual (Czech + English); includes position, salary (≥ minimum wage), duration, address of workplace.
- Czech Labour Office vacancy registration / clearance — Employer-side document from Úřad práce confirming the vacancy is open to non-EU workers.
- Educational certificates + experience letters supporting the role — Notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled. Some regulated occupations require additional Czech recognition (nostrifikace).
- Czech-recognised health insurance (≥ EUR 60,000 with no pre-existing-condition exclusions) — From a Czech insurer or recognised foreign insurer.
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 6+ months in last 3 years — MoFA-apostilled.
- Medical certificate (Czech-prescribed form)
- Confirmed accommodation in Czech Republic (employer-provided OR rental contract ≥ 12 months)
- Bank statement (last 3 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for employed applicants)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.

**Notes:**
- Czech Blue Card (Modrá karta) is the EU Blue Card variant for highly-qualified workers — minimum gross annual salary of 1.5 × Czech average gross wage (~ CZK 1.08M / year in 2026). Faster processing (~60 days) and freedom to change employer after 2 years (vs. Employee Card requirement of MoI notification).
- Family of Employee Card holders can apply for Long-Term Residence for Family Reunion after 6 months of continuous work — separate application per family member at Czech Embassy New Delhi.
- Employee Card is NOT transferrable across employers freely — first 6 months locked to the original employer; after that, change of employer requires MoI notification within 30 days.

### Transit — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Transit / Airport Transit

**Purpose:** Transit through Czech Republic or a Czech airport en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit.
**Validity:** Single use, tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** 15 days standard.
**How to apply:** Standard VFS Czech India intake.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo, insurance)
- Confirmed onward air / surface travel ticket departing Czech Republic within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — Czech Border Police verify onward admissibility at port of entry.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Nepalis are subject to Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement when transiting Czech airports — confirm at the time of filing whether ATV or full transit visa applies for your itinerary.
- Accommodation is NOT required for transit-only applications.

### Multi-Entry — Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — Family Reunion

**Purpose:** Family reunion with a Czech citizen, EU citizen residing in Czech Republic, or non-EU national holding Czech permanent residence / long-term residence.
**Stay duration:** Per host's status — typically 1 year initial residence permit, renewable.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via residence permit.
**Processing time:** 180 calendar days statutory (often shorter — 90–120 days typical).
**How to apply:** (1) Czech-resident family member files Application for Family Reunion at the local Foreign Police; (2) once approved, applicant books Type D appointment at VFS Czech India / Embassy Delhi; (3) submits with full document set + biometrics; (4) collects entry visa; (5) within 3 working days of arrival, registers at Foreign Police; (6) picks up biometric residence permit card.

**Required documents:**

- Type D visa application form (signed)
- Foreign Police pre-approval of Family Reunion application — Filed by the Czech-resident host BEFORE the applicant's VAC appointment.
- Host's status proof: Czech ID / EU citizenship + Czech residence registration / long-term residence card
- Marriage certificate (for spouses) OR birth certificate (for children) — notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled
- Confirmed accommodation in Czech Republic (host-provided OR family rental contract ≥ 12 months)
- Funds proof: host's 6-month bank statement showing capacity to support family member — Minimum amount per family member as set by Czech MoLSA (subsistence + housing costs).
- Czech-recognised health insurance (≥ EUR 60,000 with no pre-existing-condition exclusions)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA AND from any country lived 6+ months in last 3 years — MoFA-apostilled.
- Medical certificate (Czech-prescribed form)
- ANY ONE income bundle for host (only one needed) — Demonstrates host can financially support the reunifying family member.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Spouses and minor children of EU citizens (including Czech) benefit from EU Free Movement Directive 2004/38/EC — faster processing and reduced documentation; visa fee waived.
- Long-Term Residence Permit for Family Reunion gives full work authorisation in Czech Republic — no separate Employee Card needed for the family member.
- Children turning 18 must transition to their own residence basis (Student / Employee Card / Family Reunion of EU citizen if applicable).

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Income proof for Czech visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
- Czech Republic joined the Schengen Area on 21 December 2007. Short-stay Schengen visas (Type C) issued by Czech Republic are valid across all 29 Schengen states; Schengen visas issued by other members are valid for entry to Czech Republic under the same conditions.
- Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen Type C visa, an LTV with multi-entry, a Schengen Type D long-stay visa, or a Schengen residence permit DO NOT need a separate Czech visa for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- No Czech diplomatic mission in Nepal — Nepali applicants MUST travel to India to submit at one of the six VFS Czech India VACs. Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi adjudicates short-stay; long-stay (Type D, employment card, blue card) is decided by Czech MoI / MoLSA in Prague after MoI clearance.
- Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are mandatory for first-time Schengen applicants and are valid for 5 years across all Schengen member-state visa applications. Re-collected only after the 5-year window or if the IT system rejects the prior capture.
- Schengen-approved travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 cover (incl. emergency repatriation + urgent hospitalisation) is mandatory and must be valid throughout the Schengen Area for the entire stay. Czech Republic accepts policies from any insurer on the Schengen-approved list — no Czech-insurer requirement for Type C.
- For long-stay (Type D) visas, health insurance must be from a Czech insurer OR from a foreign insurer recognised by the Czech MoI — different list from Type C. Insurance must cover minimum EUR 60,000 per claim AND at least 30 % co-payment, with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
- All non-English / non-Czech documents must be translated into Czech (preferred) or English by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and apostilled / super-legalised through the Czech Embassy Delhi consular legalisation process. For Type D documents, Apostille via Hague Convention apply (Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — official certificates issued after that date can be apostilled by Nepal MoFA without further legalisation).
- Long-stay (Type D) appointments at VFS Czech India have historically been very scarce — bookings open via Visapoint with limited monthly quotas. Plan 6+ months ahead for student / employment Type D applications.
- Czech Employee Card (zaměstnanecká karta) is the standard work permit — combines work authorisation + residence permit in one document. Issued for the duration of the employment contract, max 2 years initially, renewable.
- Czech Blue Card (modrá karta) is the EU Blue Card variant for highly-qualified workers — minimum gross annual salary of 1.5 × Czech average gross wage (≈ CZK 60,000+/month gross in 2026). Faster processing (~60 days) than standard Employee Card.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior Schengen / UK / US refusals, applicants under 30 without dependants. Czech consular officers also scrutinise authenticity of Nepali educational documents heavily — Tribhuvan University verification recommended.
- Czech Republic uses CZK (Czech Koruna) NOT euro despite EU membership — adoption of euro is not on the political agenda for the foreseeable future.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Czech Republic visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, family, education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Czech Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); One passport-size photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (not yet paid; reservation only at file-prep stage).
3. **Submit at VFS Global Czech Republic Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata / Chandigarh)** — Download form from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze -> fill and sign -> travel to India to submit at any VFS Czech VAC (Delhi recommended, closest to the Embassy) -> biometrics on the spot -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a Czech Republic tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15 calendar days standard at the Embassy Delhi; up to 30 days in justified cases; max 45 days when extra documentation is requested.

### What bank balance is required for a Czech Republic visa?

Bank statement (last 3 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Schengen-area trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Czech consular officers expect approximately CZK 1,300/day (~ EUR 50) cash or equivalent funds shown.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Czech Republic on a tourist visa?

Maximum 90 days within any 180-day rolling period. (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Tourism).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Czech Republic tourist visa?

Download form from visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze -> fill and sign -> travel to India to submit at any VFS Czech VAC (Delhi recommended, closest to the Embassy) -> biometrics on the spot -> wait for Embassy decision -> courier passport collection.

### What documents are required for a Czech Republic tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Czech Schengen visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (issued within last 10 years; ≥ 3 months validity beyond visa expiry; ≥ 2 blank back-to-back pages); One passport-size photo (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India); Schengen-approved travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage); Confirmed return air ticket (not yet paid; reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Czech Republic for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location).

### Where is the Czech Republic embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of the Czech Republic — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan) — 50-M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 2415 5200.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Czech Republic business visa?

Yes — Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions — no employment in Czech Republic or the wider Schengen Area. Processing: 15 days standard; 5–10 days for fast-tracked invitations from established Czech inviters..

### Is there an online portal to apply for a Czech Republic visa?

Yes — apply online at https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze (VFS Global Czech Republic India — appointment booking + visa application form download) · https://www.mzv.gov.cz/newdelhi — Embassy of the Czech Republic New Delhi · https://frs.gov.cz — Czech MoI Foreign Police (long-stay residence registration) · https://www.mvcr.cz — Czech Ministry of Interior (employment cards, blue cards, long-term residence) · https://visapoint.eu — Visapoint long-stay visa appointment system (historically scarce slots).

### How is the Czech Republic visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Embassy of the Czech Republic" at any Indian bank, OR online via the VFS portal. VFS service fee + courier in cash INR or by card at the VAC counter. No payments accepted in NPR — all fees settled in INR at the Indian VAC.

### Can Yatra help with a Czech Republic visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Czech Republic including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- https://www.mzv.gov.cz/newdelhi — Embassy of the Czech Republic New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/cze — VFS Global Czech Republic India (appointment booking, visa categories, fee schedule)
- https://www.mvcr.cz — Czech Ministry of Interior (Employee Card, Blue Card, Long-Term Residence)
- https://frs.gov.cz — Czech MoI Foreign Police (post-arrival registration)
- https://visapoint.eu — Visapoint long-stay visa appointment system
- https://www.mpsv.cz — Czech Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (vacancy registration, foreign-worker rules)
- Czech Act No. 326/1999 on the Residence of Foreign Nationals in the Territory of the Czech Republic
- Schengen Visa Code Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 — Schengen acquis (Czech Republic accession 21 December 2007)
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by Czech authorities without further consular legalisation

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*