Long-term visa for other purposes (financially independent / retirees) (Dlouhodobé vízum za jiným účelem)
Long-term visa for other purposes (financially independent / retirees) is a residence route in Czechia (Eigen middelen). Low confidence: discretionary visa for purposes not covered elsewhere (e.g., retirees, property owners); proof of funds, accommodation, comprehensive insurance; embassy quotas. Extensions as long-term residence permit. Funds ~CZK 156,500 (approx); visa fee CZK 2,500/person.
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: PIT 15%/23%, 15% dividends/interest.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categorie | Eigen middelen |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Leges (gezin) | CHF 300 |
| Inkomen / jr | — |
| Vermogen | CHF 6'000 |
| Min. verblijf | — |
| PV | 5 |
| Staatsburgerschap | 10 |
| Werk | no |
| Komt in aanmerking | all except Russian/Belarusian nationals |
| Not available to | Russia, Belarus |
| Belasting | Worldwide once resident: PIT 15%/23%, 15% dividends/interest. |
| Stand | 2026-10 |
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