Published: 05.05.2026
After a decision on a Czech long-term or permanent residence application, the applicant is invited to provide biometric data, and card production usually takes up to 60 days after enrolment. Foreign nationals issued a long-term or permanent residence permit since 1 January 2021 must complete an adaptation and integration course within one year of collecting the card, with a possible fine of up to CZK 10,000 for non-compliance.
According to the source, obtaining a Czech residence card includes a mandatory biometric-enrolment stage, and the card must be collected after the Ministry of the Interior issues an invitation; failure to attend without a serious reason may also lead to sanctions. Holders of long-term or permanent residence permits face a separate one-year deadline to complete the adaptation and integration course. This affects relocation planning because applicants need to monitor the biometric appointment, card collection and subsequent course deadline. The information is particularly relevant to anyone applying for long-term or permanent residence, as the obligations involve both document timing and a possible fine.
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