Long-term Residence Permit for Health Purposes

A long-term residence permit for health purposes is intended for third countries citizens who want to stay in the Czech Republic to receive a health treatment.

GENERAL INFO

TO APPLY IN CZECHIA

EXTENSION

Who can apply for this type of residence permit?

You can apply for a long-term residence permit for health purposes if you hold a valid long-term visa for health purposes or a long-term residence permit for any purpose and you are going to stay in the Czech Republic to receive a health treatment. That includes e.g.:

  • Rehabilitation therapies
  • Long-term therapies
  • Spa services

Health purposes do not include the practice of professions such as doctors, nurses or other health professionals. In such cases, you can apply for an employee card.


How long is this residence permit valid for?

For a maximum of 2 years.


What does this type of residence permit look like?


What obligations and restrictions does this residence permit mean?

You must fulfil the purpose of your stay for the whole duration of your residence permit. You must also follow the obligations for foreigners stipulated by law.


What does this residence permit enable you to do?

If you hold a valid residence permit, you can leave and re-enter the Czech Republic repeatedly. You can also travel within the Schengen Area without a visa.

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