Final Checks

Final Pre-Departure Checklist for the Czech Republic

The last things to check before you leave India or Pakistan for the Czech Republic, and what to do right after you land. Money is in Czech koruna (CZK).

Pre-Departure Checklist

Documents

Complete

Insurance

In Progress

Money

Pending

After Landing

Pending

Pro Tips:

Keep your passport, visa, confirmation of studies (a letter from your university that says you are admitted or studying), insurance and housing papers in your hand luggage. You need them in your first days.

Final Pre-Departure Preparation

Use this list to check your papers, insurance and money before you fly, and to plan your first days.

Why This Checklist Is Essential

You must report your address soon after you arrive. The time limit depends on your visa.
Missing papers can delay your residence permit card.

When To Complete This Checklist

Before you book a flight: Wait until the visa is in your passport.
Week before you fly: Check your insurance covers every day of your stay.
Day you land: Ask your housing if they report your stay to the police.
First 3 working days: Long-term visa: report to the Foreign Police.
First 30 calendar days: D/VR visa: register at a Ministry of the Interior office.

Papers first

Check every paper you need at the border and at the Foreign Police (the police office for foreigners).

Know your time limits

3 working days (Monday to Friday) for the Foreign Police, or 30 calendar days (every day counts) for the Ministry of the Interior.

Comprehensive Checklist

Documents Checklist

Immigration Papers

Passport

Pakistan: valid at least 3 months after you return to Pakistan, with 2 blank pages.

Visa or D/VR visa

Check the dates printed on it.

Health insurance

Health insurance that pays for all normal medical care, with at least 400,000 euros (EUR) for each insured event. You pay no part of the bill.

Study Papers

Confirmation of studies

From your Czech university.

Diplomas and transcripts

India: get an apostille (an official stamp that proves a paper is real). Pakistan: get attestation and superlegalisation (Pakistan's foreign ministry stamps the paper, then the Czech embassy adds its own stamp).

Baggage Allowances

Carry-On Essentials

Passport and visa
Confirmation of studies
Health insurance certificate
Lease or confirmation of accommodation
Bank card

Initial Financial Planning

Financial Safety Tips

Pay rent only after you have a signed lease or a confirmation of accommodation.
Keep your bank statements. You need money proof again when you extend your permit.

Documents for Financial Setup