Business visa · Madagascar to Czechia

Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Business - Type C)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
15-45 days
Fee
90 EUR
Validity
180 days
Entry
Single entry

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Citizens of Annex I countries requiring a visa to enter the Schengen Area

  • Purpose of visit

    Visit must be for business activities: meetings, conferences, negotiations, trade fairs. No gainful employment.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • negotiations
    • trade fairs
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient funds for the duration of stay

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent colour photograph, 35x45mm, white background

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements, company guarantee letter, proof of employment; Minimum amount: 1565 CZK per day (under 30 days)

  • Employment letter

    Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

    Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

  • Travel insurance

    Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel reservation, company-arranged accommodation; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Invitation letter from Czech business entity in Czech language, stating purpose, duration, and financial responsibility. Must include company registration details.

  • 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

  • Travel itinerary

    Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.

    Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes

  • 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

  1. Online application

    Fill out the harmonised Schengen visa application form.

  2. Document gathering

    Gather passport, photo, invitation letter from Czech company, employment letter, proof of funds, accommodation, flight booking, travel insurance.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay 90 EUR visa application fee.

  4. Appointment booking

    Schedule appointment at nearest Czech embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person at appointment.

  6. Biometrics

    Provide fingerprints and photograph if not already in VIS.

  7. Processing wait

    15 calendar days standard, up to 45 days in exceptional cases.

  8. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa sticker upon approval.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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