Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

This section feature research, opinion and progress reports on how the Czech Republic compares to other EU countries economically. It includes analysis of international rankings such as the WEF and World Bank.

Spotlight issue

6th April 2020 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs


Program Antivirus – conditions

We would like to inform you that the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs has published a detailed manual for employers applying for a financial contribution as part of the Antivirus Employment Support Programme.  
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24th March 2020 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs


Employment of Foreigners during the Pandemic: 19 Most Frequently Asked Questions

Employment of Foreigners during the Pandemic: 19 Most Frequently Asked Questions The current situation and crisis measures taken by the government fundamentally influence, among other things, the employment of foreigners. Employers and employees are thus faced with many new questions: How will they be affected by the closure of borders? How will immigration permits be submitted and approved? And how will the measures influence business trips? We have summed up the 19 most frequently asked questions and answers related to this topic that have appeared in our special webcast.
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20th March 2020 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs


The State of Emergency and Foreigners in the Czech Republic

Are you a foreigner and your Czech visa is about to expire? Access to the immigration authorities – such as the Ministry of Interior or the Foreign Police – is currently very limited as a consequence of the state of emergency announced due to the Covid-19 situation. The Ministry invites you to use non-personal forms of contact with the local branch offices where attendance in-person is not required by law. Foreigners who are legally present in the Czech Republic since the announcement of the state of emergency may remain in Czech territory for the duration of the state of emergency without needing to manage their immigration matters.
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic