Visa Information
Schengen member. EU/EEA nationals enter freely. US, UK, Canada, Australia, and many others can stay visa-free for 90 days within 180 days.
Apply at Czech embassy or consulate. Standard Schengen visa application with form, photos, passport, insurance, and supporting documents.
15 calendar days; up to 45 days in peak periods.
Schengen visa fee approximately €80 for adults.
- Prague is a popular destination — apply early for summer and Christmas market season.
- The Czech Republic uses CZK, not Euro — exchange money at reputable offices, not street exchangers.
- Having a booking at a specific accommodation strengthens your visa application.
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Safety & Health
Very safe country. Pickpocketing is common in central Prague (Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, metro). Outside Prague, crime affecting tourists is rare.
- Currency exchange offices with hidden fees or terrible rates — use banks or ATMs instead.
- Taxi overcharging from Prague airport and tourist areas — use Bolt, Uber, or official taxi stands.
- Restaurant scams: being charged for items you didn't order (bread, nuts placed on table) — ask before eating anything placed automatically.
- Good healthcare system. EU citizens can use EHIC/GHIC. English spoken at private clinics in Prague.
- Pharmacies (Lékárna) are reliable for minor health issues.
- Routine vaccines only. Tick-borne encephalitis vaccine recommended if spending time in rural or forested areas.
Tap water is safe and drinkable throughout the Czech Republic.
Watch for pickpockets in Prague's tourist center. Avoid unofficial currency exchange booths. Be cautious with nightlife in Prague — drink spiking has been reported.
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Cultural Tips
- Try Czech beer — the country has the highest beer consumption per capita and it's world-class.
- Visit beyond Prague — Český Krumlov, Brno, and Karlovy Vary are worth the trip.
- Learn 'Dobrý den' (hello) and 'Děkuji' (thank you) — locals appreciate the effort.
- Don't confuse Czech Republic with Czechoslovakia — it dissolved in 1993.
- Don't call it 'Eastern Europe' to a Czech person — they consider themselves Central European.
- Don't exchange money on the street — it's a guaranteed scam.
Tip 10% at restaurants. Round up for taxis and bar drinks. Leaving tips in cash is preferred.
Casual and practical. Smart-casual for upscale restaurants in Prague. No specific dress codes for most attractions.
One of the most secular countries in Europe. Historically Catholic but most people are non-religious. Churches are cultural landmarks more than active worship sites.
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