Czechia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
92
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
92
Visa required in advance
106

Czechia's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Czechia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Czechia Visa-Free (92)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Czechia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Czechia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), adult

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcemzv.gov.cz ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Airport transit visa (Type A)

    airport transit onlyofficial sourcemzv.gov.cz ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

  • Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) - business purpose

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourcemzv.gov.cz ↗

    EUR 90 (~$102)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Czechia Transit Visa

Czechia publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Required for nationals of specified countries to pass through the international transit zone of Czech airports without entering the Schengen Area territory.

~$98

Required for citizens of ~29 countries including Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Russia, Syria, Turkey, Yemen. Can be issued for a maximum of six months validity with one or two entries. Applicant must demonstrate onward journey to final destination outside Schengen. Exempt: holders of valid Schengen visa, residence permits issued by Canada, Japan, or the USA, and diplomatic passport holders. Fee same as Type C (€90 standard since 11 June 2024).

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FAQ

Czechia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Czechia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Czechia visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Czechia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Czechia without a visa?

92 countries can visit Czechia without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Czechia.

How do I apply for a Czechia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Czechia, you typically need to apply at a Czechia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Czechia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Czechia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Czechia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Czechia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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