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Specific Visa Information for Foreigners (how to apply in Canada)

This section is intended for all foreigners, including Canadian citizens, seeking information on the visa application procedure at the Czech Embassy in Ottawa.

This section presumes applicant's previous knowledge of the type of visa or other authorization he requires in order to enter the Czech Republic (to determine this and learn about the entry conditions please visit General Visa Information for Foreigners). It purports to assist the applicant in preparing his application and thus speed up the visa procedure.

How to apply for a visa and long-term/permanent residency permit

This article explains how to satisfy the individual visa requirements. more ►

The right of access

In accordance with data protection principles, our visa applicants have the right of access to data relating to them stored in the Schengen Information System. more ►

Visa-free regime for Canadian citizens

Holders of Canadian ordinary passports may enter and temporarily stay in the Czech Republic without a visa for up to 3 months provided that their stay is non-profit in nature. more ►

Expedited procedure for some long-stay visa applicants (medical reasons only)

Citizens of selected countries who suffer various medical conditions and diseases may apply for a Czech long-stay visa for the purpose of "medical reasons" in an expedited procedure. more ►