Long-term Visa for the Purpose of Studies (DV/C)

Where to Apply

Apply in person at a Czech diplomatic mission.

1. In your home country or the country that issued your passport.
2. In a country where you hold long-term or permanent residence and have legally resided for at least 2 years (for EU countries, only at the visa centre in Dresden).
3. At any Czech mission if you are a national of a designated country.

For a list of all Czech Republic diplomatic missions and their contact details, please visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

When to Apply

As the application process can take quite a bit of time (submission, approval, potential delays, etc.), we recommend starting the process 4-6 months prior to your arrival to the Czech Republic.

What to Submit

• Application form
• Travel document
• Proof of accommodation
• Proof of funds for the residence (finances) or a proof that all costs related to the stay will be covered by a public authority, legal entity or the host organisation
• Photograph
• An original of a confirmation of studies or confirmation of enrolment.
  • This does not apply to study visits and volunteering. For study visits please provide necessary documents stipulated by law. For volunteering please provide the agreement with the host organisation.
• Parental consent if you are under 18 years of age
• Document similar to an extract from the Penal Register record, issued by the state of which you are a citizen. The obligation to submit an extract from the Penal Register record does not relate to a foreign national under 15 years of age.

Upon request provide also:

• Medical Report
• Document similar to an Extract from the Penal Register Record, issued by other states where you have resided for a total of six months during the three years preceding your application.

Upon submittion, the applicant is recquired to pay a consular fee of 2,500 CZK. For a complete list of consular fees, including exceptions for some countries, please see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

The processing time after submission is approximately 60 days. You can check the status of your application using the Status of My Application section with the reference number provided during your submission appointment. If your visa is granted, you must collect it at the same diplomatic mission where you submitted your application.

Reporting Arrival 

Foreign Police 

Upon Arrival in Olomouc, students must notify the Foreign Police within 3 working days after arriving in Olomouc.

If you stay in:

• Private accommodation, you must report your arrival to the Foreign Police in Olomouc within 30 days.
• Dormitory or hotel, the accommodation provider will handle the reporting, so no action is required on your part.

Here's how to report the arrival to the Foreign Police:

1. Visit the Foreign Police (Cizinecká policie) in Olomouc and register your arrival.
2. Remember to bring your identification documents, such as your personal identification card or passport.

Welcome Office 

Visit the Welcome Office to receive additional information and get acquainted with the university.

Here's how visit the Welcome Office: