Long-term Residence Permit for the Purpose of Family Reunification
Who it's for: Family members of people from outside the EU living in Czechia, who want to join them for more than one year.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Age limit: From 20
- Main fee: CZK 2,500
- Decision time: 270 days
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | CZK 2,500 | — | ipc.gov.czOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Age limitFrom 20Official wording
“Both spouses are at least 20 years of age.”
Main feeCZK 2,500Official wording
“What is the consular fee? 2,500 CZK paid in local currency or paid by card.”
Decision time270 daysOfficial wording
“A maximum of 270 days, in the case of family reunification with an EU blue card holder it is a maximum of 90 days.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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