Study or Professional Training Visa – Czech Republic

Documents Required

Standard Documentation

Completed Visa Application Form

Fully filled, signed, and submitted in original.

Passport (Original + Copy)

• Signed and valid for at least 90 days beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen Area.
• Issued within the last 10 years (extended passports older than 10 years are not accepted).
• Contain at least 2 blank visa pages.
• Include copies of previous Schengen visas (if issued within the last 3 years).

UK Residency

• Provide a UK eVisa printout from UKVI with a valid share code.

Photograph (Original)

Recent passport-sized colour photo meeting Schengen visa requirements.

Supporting Documentation (not older than 30 days)

Proof of Occupation

• Employed:
  • Employer letter: Signed, recent, on company letterhead, confirming employment status, position, and leave approval.
  • Last 3 months’ payslips.
• Self-Employed:
  • HMRC tax return or letter confirming Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) and National Insurance Number.
  • Certificate of Incorporation (if applicable).
  • Accountant’s letter verifying business activity and income.
• Students:
  • Official letter from university/college, confirming enrolment, signed and dated.
• Unemployed/Retired:
  • Benefits letter from Jobcentre or Pension Service.
  • If not receiving benefits, a self-declaration on financial status.
• Housewife/Househusband:
  • Spouse’s financial documents (employment proof, bank statements).
  • Marriage certificate (translated if not in English or Czech).

Proof of Educational Enrolment or Training Program

• Official invitation or enrolment letter from a Czech educational institution or training provider, stating:
  • Confirmation of acceptance into the course, training program, or research activity.
  • Duration and details of the program.
  • Institution’s official stamp and signature.
• Proof of tuition fee payment or funding confirmation (if applicable).

Proof of Finance

• Latest 3 months’ bank statements (UK current account), showing:
  • Applicant’s name, address, and balance.
  • Minimum balance of £30 per day of stay, plus outstanding tuition, accommodation, and travel costs.
• Scholarship confirmation letter (if applicable).
• Traveller’s cheques covering the same financial requirements.

Proof of Travel Arrangements

• Confirmed return travel tickets (flight, train, coach, or ferry), showing:
  • Applicant’s name.
  • Travel dates to & from the Schengen Area.
• If driving:
  • Car registration and insurance.
  • Ferry/Eurotunnel ticket with car registration details.
  • If the applicant is a passenger, a signed letter from the driver confirming travel together.
• If booked through a travel agency:
  • Invoice, receipt, or payment confirmation from the agency.

Proof of Accommodation

• Confirmed hotel/hostel/campus housing reservation, showing:
  • Applicant’s name, travel dates, and accommodation details.
• If the applicant’s name is not on the reservation:
  • A signed travel confirmation letter from the person booking the accommodation, along with their passport copy.
• If staying with friends or relatives in the Czech Republic:
  • Original signed invitation letter from the host.
  • Copy of the host’s Czech ID (občanský průkaz) or passport bio page.
  • If the host is not a Czech national, a copy of their Czech residence permit.
  • The invitation letter must confirm:
    • Exact dates of stay.
    • Address where the applicant will be staying.

Travel Insurance

• Must be issued by a UK-registered insurer and valid for the entire stay in the Schengen Area.
• Minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies and repatriation.
• The insurance policy must clearly mention the applicant’s name.

Additional Requirements for Minors (Applicants Under 18)

In addition to the standard documents, minors must provide:

Birth Certificate

• Original and translated (if not in English or Czech).

Parental Consent Letter

• Signed by both biological parents, confirming consent for travel.

Parents’ Passport Copies

• Copies of bio pages and signature pages.

Proof of Sole Custody (if applicable)

• Court order or death certificate if one parent is deceased.

Legal Guardianship Proof (if applicable)

• Guardianship letter and passport copy of the appointed guardian.

Photo Specifications

• Recent, colour passport-sized photograph.
• White or light background, no shadows.
• Neutral expression, no smiling.
• No sunglasses, hats, or head coverings, except for religious purposes.
• Must be glued to the visa application form.

If the submitted photograph does not meet these requirements, the visa application will be considered incomplete, and the applicant will be required to submit a new photo.

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Visa Charges

Below is the fee structure for our visa services.

Appointment-Only Service

For applicants who need an appointment and guidance but will manage their own documents and submission.

All-Inclusive Visa Service Packages

Comprehensive support, including documentation assistance and a smoother visa centre experience.

Optional Services

Additional support for travel arrangements.

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