Get These Legal Papers if You Want to Work in Czech Republic

🇨🇿 Dreaming of a new adventure in Czech Republic?
If you're an EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen, you're free to work and live in the Czech Republic without a visa—but you’ll still need to get a few essential legal papers to make everything official.

Whether you’re starting a new job in customer support, hospitality, or IT in beautiful Prague or Brno, getting your paperwork sorted early means less stress and more time to enjoy life in the heart of Europe. 🧳

What documents do you need to work legally in the Czech Republic?

1. Temporary Residence Certificate (Potvrzení o přechodném pobytu)

This is not mandatory for EU citizens, but it’s highly recommended. It serves as proof of your legal stay and can make life easier when opening a bank account, signing contracts, or dealing with public offices.

📍 Apply at the Ministry of the Interior’s Department for Asylum and Migration Policy (OAMP).
📎 You’ll need:

• Valid passport or national ID

• Proof of accommodation (rental agreement or housing confirmation)

• Employment contract or proof of financial means

👉 Official info – Ministry of the Interior

2. Czech Birth Number (Rodné číslo)

This is your Czech identification number, required for many official processes—like healthcare registration, tax, and social services.

💡 EU citizens can receive one when registering for residence or via employer request.
📍 Issued by the Ministry of the Interior during residence registration or by your health insurance provider.

3. Health Insurance Registration

All employees in the Czech Republic must be covered by public health insurance. Your employer is responsible for registering you with one of the approved public health insurance companies (e.g. VZP, OZP).

💡 Once you’re registered, you’ll receive a health insurance card.

👉 More info on Czech public health insurance

4. Tax Identification & Social Security

When you start working, your employer will handle your registration with:

• The Financial Authority (for taxes)

• The Czech Social Security Administration (for pension, sickness, maternity)

💡 Ask your employer to confirm that everything is done correctly—especially if you plan to stay long term.

💡 Pro Tips

• Keep physical and digital copies of all your documents.

• If possible, book an appointment online before visiting offices.

• Most forms are in Czech—consider asking your employer or a colleague for help with translations.

• Having a temporary residence certificate can speed up many processes, even if optional.

✨ Ready to start your life in the Czech Republic?

From the lively streets of Prague to the laid-back charm of Olomouc, working in Czech Republic means discovering a country full of opportunity, history, and high quality of life. Sort out your documents early, and enjoy the ride! 🇨🇿💼