Published: 05.10.2026
The Czech government has allowed Belarusian citizens with direct relatives who are Czech citizens or Belarusians holding residence permits in Czechia to apply for short-stay visas. For this category, requirements concerning the applicant’s age, financial dependence, joint travel, or entry together with the relative have been removed.
According to the source, the change creates a separate route for short-stay entry to Czechia for Belarusians with close relatives living there. Applicants will still need to prove the family relationship and follow the short-stay visa procedure, but the additional conditions concerning age, financial dependence, and joint travel no longer apply. This is most relevant to families seeking to arrange visits after the restrictions on visa issuance for Belarusians. People planning relocation should view it as an access route for family visits, not as a residence permit or a basis for long-term stay.