Expat Life Guides
New Czech road signs aim to improve traffic flow and safety
Updated signage includes alternate routes, simplified dead ends, and low-emission zone monitoring are in effect since July 1.
Czechs explained: Inside the concrete heart of paneláky living
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Love or hate them, these sprawling gray Communist-era housing estates remain a resilient part of the landscape and a cultural touchpoint.
How new Czech law is about to make divorce and child custody simpler
The new ruling also plans to ban corporal punishment and tighten rules on unpaid child support, despite concerns over possible exploitation.
Czechia observes two national holidays this weekend: Will stores close?
As Czechia ushers in two public holidays in a row this weekend, a recurrent question comes into many expats' minds: will things be open as normal?
Expat parent in Czechia? 5 key changes to benefits and rights
From higher welfare allowances for having multiple kids to more chances to work while on parental leave, here's how expat parents benefit from new laws.
July 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Two public holidays, new laws for motorists, enhanced social reforms for families, changes to work visas, and more key events this month.
Film legends and beer school: 11 things to see, know, and do this week in Czechia
KVIFF opens, DOX follows the yellow brick road into Lynch territory, beer school is in session, and an important vote on hand luggage fees ahead.
What to do in war or disaster: Czech households to receive new survival guide
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A new emergency handbook based on the “72-hour” concept will be mailed to all Czech homes this autumn, detailing survival tips for major crises.
Three strikes and you're out: New Czech law to tighten rules for foreigners
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A new bill passed by the Chamber of Deputies would allow deportation after repeat offenses and limit access to asylum and temporary protection.
Are your pets ready to travel? Don’t miss these country-specific rules
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EU travel with pets requires a microchip, rabies vaccine, and passport—but some countries add rules. Miss one, and you could face a CZK 50,000 fine.
Auto-response art and zombie talk: 10 things to see, know, and do this week in Czechia
Find out how to get creative with you out-of-office email, catch 28 Years Later followed by a talk, and head north for Japanese art.
On the ground in Ukraine: How expats and locals are living with war
Expats.cz interviewed foreigners and locals in Kyiv to learn how learn how their lives have been upended by war—and what they expect for the future.
From science to solstice: 13 things to see, know, and do this week in Czechia
Celebrate the first day of summer, sign up to learn about double taxation, and visit a fun mix of mid-week education and culture haps this week.
Essential legal services keeping expats out of trouble in Czechia
Getting a cross-border divorce? Need a visa to avoid deportation? If you have to lawyer-up, this list of legal services is for you.
Americans in Czechia say they're ready to fight: But does overseas activism work?
American expats in Prague will join global “No Tyrants” protests this weekend, challenging the Trump administration from abroad.
10 things to see, know, and do this week in Czechia
From striking sunsets to shopping that supports Ukraine, here's you're to-do list in Prague and Czechia for the week of June 9-15.
Fore! Your guide to the best golf courses in Czechia and beyond
Tee off your next great game at these hole-in-one golf courses in Czechia and other far-flung fairways.
