Does Czech Republic allow dual citizenship?

Yes, since January 1, 2014. You can keep your original citizenship when you become a Czech citizen.

How long does the citizenship process take?

The official maximum is 180 days (6 months) from submission, but in practice it can take 8-12 months. Add 2-6 months for exam preparation.

Do I need to give up my original citizenship?

No, Czech Republic allows dual citizenship since 2014. You do not need to renounce your original nationality.

What level of Czech do I need for citizenship?

B1 (intermediate) level. You should be able to handle everyday conversations, write emails, and understand newspaper articles on familiar topics.

Can my children get Czech citizenship too?

Children under 18 can be included in your application. Children born after you become a citizen are automatically Czech.

Czech Citizenship Application 2026 — Requirements, Exams & Process

Czech Citizenship: Complete Application Guide 2026

18 min read6 sectionsUpdated 2026-03-15

Czech citizenship grants you full EU citizenship rights. Learn about the naturalization process, B1 exam, reálie test, and all requirements.

Guide Contents

Czech citizenship gives you full EU citizenship, meaning you can live and work in any of the 27 EU member states. The Czech Republic allows dual citizenship since 2014.

Benefits:

EU citizenship — Live, work, study in any EU country

Voting rights — Full participation in Czech and EU elections

EU passport — Visa-free travel to 180+ countries

Consular protection — From any EU country worldwide

No renewal — Permanent, never expires

Family benefits — Your children born after you become a citizen are automatically Czech citizens

Frequently Asked Questions

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Czech Citizenship: Complete Application Guide 2026

Guide Contents

Why get Czech citizenship?

Requirements for naturalization

The B1 Czech language exam

The reálie exam (Czech Life & Institutions)

The životopis (life story)

Application process and timeline

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Czech Republic allow dual citizenship?

How long does the citizenship process take?

Do I need to give up my original citizenship?

What level of Czech do I need for citizenship?

Can my children get Czech citizenship too?

Ready to start your application?

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