CZ · Self-Employment Residency

Zivno (Long-Stay for Business)

The Czech freelancer pathway. Pay a flat tax via Pauschalsteuer and live in Prague legally year after year.

Min income

$9,000/yr

Processing

90-120 days

Duration

12 months

Leads to residency

Yes

Citizenship eligible

After 5 yrs

Requirements

What you'll need

01Trade license registration
02Proof of accommodation
03Min funds ~€5500
04Clean record
05Health insurance

Where you can use it

Cities in CZ

Prague

Storybook old city with the famous Zivno visa — register as a tradesperson and pay flat low taxes.

Source

Czech Ministry of the Interior

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Last verified Jun 18, 2026View official page →

Not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify current requirements with the official source above, or consult a licensed immigration attorney before applying.