Czech minimum wage 2027: Record increase, who is affected, and what to know
Learn how the Czech minimum wage increase could affect workers, employers, and the economy and which roles are likely to feel the biggest impact.
Czech inflation slows sharply: What’s getting cheaper – and what's rising
For shoppers, low inflation isn't just a statistical effect; some items really are costing less than they did last year. But the relief is uneven.
No job, second child: New Czech rules expand access to maternity benefit
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From July 1, women may be eligible for maternity benefit even if they are not currently insured at the time of starting maternity leave.
Czech mixed-nationality families could face separation under new immigration bill
The upcoming change to the law is aimed at foreigners from non-EU countries who apply for residence as family members of Czechs.
How 'invisible citizenship' can complicate travel and everyday life in Czechia
Undocumented citizenship, often the result of delayed birth registration or process misunderstanding, can affect travel, banking and visas.
Sick abroad? Here's how Czech insurance and vacation rules apply
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What happens if you get ill on holiday, miss work, or need hospital care? Here's what Czech law and your employer are actually required to do.
Everything changing in Czechia in July 2026 – and what else is new this month
Hot water off, metro closed, new rail passes on sale: July 2026 brings a packed schedule of changes for Czechia.
The EUR 3 question: What really changes when you click ‘buy’ in Czechia from July
Online shopping in Europe is about to change in a way most consumers will only notice at the very last moment: the checkout screen.
8 things you need to know about getting evicted or ending a lease in Czechia
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How do Czech tenancies end? We cover notice, eviction, and what the law says about tenant's rights in Czechia
The unwritten rules of Czech healthcare and how to make the system work for you
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A comprehensive look at where expectations diverge from reality for newcomers to the system – plus the waiting room commandments we learned the hard way.
Can you get a summer job in Czechia if you don't speak Czech?
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The labor shortage could make finding a summer job easier. Here's what you'll earn, where to look, and how to stay legal under new 2026 work rules
Beyond a second passport: How dual citizenship actually works in Czechia
Czech law is flexible on dual citizenship, but parents and children still need to plan ahead for adulthood and nationality differences.
What nobody tells you before moving to Czechia – from someone who's done it three times
The visa sprint, the Dresden consulate, the rental market that moves without you, a comprehensive checklist for your early days in Czechia.
Prague salaries just hit a record high. How can you tell if yours is fair?
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Czech wages grew 8.1 percent in Q1 2026, the fastest in five years. But with a late transparency law and missing median, the benchmarking falls on you.
Czech pension guide: What you need to do before it’s too late (2026)
Assuming pensions here work the same as in your home country could lead to some unpleasant surprises. Here's how it works in Czechia.
What you can expect to pay for a studio, one-bedroom, or family apartment in Prague now
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Prague rents hit new highs in Q1 2026. We break down the latest data by apartment size and look at the exact salary you need to afford them.
A parent’s guide to teen summer jobs in Czechia: New age limits, rules, and tax changes
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A change to the law last year made it legal for 14-year-olds to get a summer job in Czechia. Here's who qualifies and what's required to start.
