Czech Republic

Scientific Research Residence

Research, innovate and build your scientific career

Czechia offers dedicated Long-Term Residence for third-country nationals conducting qualifying scientific research for more than three months.

A Hosting Agreement with an authorised Czech research organisation is central to the pathway.

CETO Global assesses each case and coordinates the process with qualified Czech legal and immigration professionals.

Core Eligibility

The research relationship—not the employer's name alone—determines eligibility

Up to 2 years

Potentially renewable in further periods of up to two years while qualifying research continues.

Free Czech labour-market access

No additional Czech work permit is generally required under this dedicated status.

Potential mobility for up to 1 year

Special rules can support qualifying researchers moving from another participating EU Member State.

Up to 9 months

A non-extendable period may support job seeking or starting a business.

Review qualifications and planned activity.

Confirm the organisation's hosting eligibility.

Coordinate the Hosting Agreement.

Prepare research and personal evidence.

Coordinate the diplomatic mission or eligible in-country filing.

Assess family, mobility and post-research routes.

Can any scientist apply?

No. A qualifying activity and Hosting Agreement with an authorised organisation are required.

How long can the permit last?

Generally up to two years, with possible extensions while the research continues.

Can my family join?

Potentially, through the applicable Czech family pathway.

We coordinate the researcher, host, family and future-residence elements of the journey.