Trade license route for self-employed professionals with local business registration.
Varies
Min. income
Kč1,000
Application fee
4–8 weeks
Processing time
1–2 years, renewable
Stay duration
Freelancer (Živnostenský list) is a freelancer route in Czech Republic for relocation and residency planning. Trade license route for self-employed professionals with local business registration. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Dataset verified).
Freelancer (Živnostenský list) is a Czech Republic freelancer program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | Moderate |
| Visa type | Freelancer |
| Minimum income | Varies |
| Application fee | Kč1,000 |
| Processing time | 4–8 weeks |
| Stay duration | 1–2 years, renewable |
Flat-rate or standard tax regimes available for self-employed.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.mzv.cz
Last checked: February 1, 2026
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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