Czechia
General visa requirements for travelling to Czechia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Medical visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Medical - Type C))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15-45 days
- Fee
- 90 EUR
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of Annex I countries requiring a visa to enter the Schengen Area
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Purpose of visit
Must be travelling for medical treatment, surgery, spa treatment, or other health-related purposes. Requires confirmation from a Czech medical facility.
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Health
Must have a medical condition requiring treatment and confirmation from the accepting medical facility
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent colour photograph, 35x45mm, white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, insurance coverage for medical costs, pre-payment receipts from medical facility; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover medical treatment costs and living expenses
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hospital/clinic accommodation, hotel reservation near medical facility; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://mzv.gov.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/visa_form/index.html
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer (varies by embassy); Amount: 90 EUR (adults); 45 EUR (children 6-11); free (children under 6)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain confirmation letter from attending physician and/or the accepting Czech medical facility confirming the specific medical treatment, its duration, and costs. Obtain pre-payment receipts or proof of insurance coverage for medical costs.
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Online application
Fill out the Schengen visa application form specifying medical treatment as the purpose.
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Fee payment
Pay 90 EUR visa application fee.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Czech embassy/consulate. Apply 6 months to 15 days before travel.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person.
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Processing wait
15 calendar days standard, up to 45 days in exceptional cases.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker upon approval.
Medical visa (Long-Term Visa for Health Purposes (Type D))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 60-120 days
- Fee
- 2500 CZK
- Validity
- 365 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals requiring medical treatment in Czech Republic for more than 90 days
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Health
Must have confirmation from a Czech medical facility about planned treatment, hospitalization, or medical procedure
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent colour photograph, 35x45mm, white background
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, insurance coverage, sponsor guarantee, public authority coverage; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover medical treatment and living expenses for the entire stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hospital accommodation, rental agreement, host declaration; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Application for Long-Term Visa; Form url: https://mzv.gov.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/visa_form/index.html
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash at embassy, administrative stamps; Amount: 2500 CZK
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Czech Republic; Minimum coverage: 60000 EUR
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical reports, confirmation of medical procedure, invitation, or confirmation of hospitalization from Czech medical facility.
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Online application
Fill out long-term visa application form.
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Fee payment
Pay 2500 CZK visa fee.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Czech embassy/consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person. Interview may be conducted.
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Processing wait
Processing takes 60-120 days.
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Visa collection
Submit health insurance proof and collect visa upon approval.