Lenka Stastna is the President of Business & Professional Women CR (BPWCR) non-profit organization. This organization brings together active women to promote and develop their personalities and fulfil their professional, personal and social roles.
Category: Expat
Articles containing news and important information related to living in the Czech Republic that expats should be aware of.
Brexit: Measures and Precautions You Need to Take
On 31 January 2020, the formal departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union took effect. Subsequently, on 1 February began a transition period to reach an agreement on trade, aviation rules and other issues related to Brexit which will go on until the end of 2020.
8+ Places to Visit in Brno
Brno is a city in South Moravia and also the second largest city in the Czech Republic. There are many things to do as Brno has been flourishing now more than ever, many companies raising up, new cafés and restaurants popping up, still cosy but dynamic and attracting not only tourists but also international companies that set up their office here. In this article, I have collected some places you must visit once you are in Brno – no matter if only just as a tourist or a long-term resident. Enjoy!
How to Choose a Real Estate Agency?
Lots of people will need help from professionals when they want to purchase or sell a property: that’s why there are real estate agencies who will guide you through the whole process. But when it comes to choosing an agency, who shall you opt for?
MOI Office Doesn’t Longer Make Copies of Certain Documents
Time goes by and there is hardly a year without bureaucracy changes in the Czech Republic. Amount of regular payments we have to do, law issues, immigration processes. 2020 is no different. Starting January 1st, the MOI office no longer makes copies of certain documents. However, these changes may differ from office to office.
5 Curiosities and Differences in Architecture in Prague and Portugal
Prague city, among other fascinating things, is known for its beauty and unique architecture, very typical of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Its homes possess details that differ from other countries. In this article, I’ll try to compare buildings in Prague to those Aveiro, a coastal city in the center of Portugal, where I come from. For this purpose, I will be focusing on historical buildings.
Changes Coming in 2020 Regarding Social Security and Health Insurance Policies
As every year, there are adjustments related to the social security and health insurance mandatory payments. Since 2020 is about to step in, we’re here to update you in that aspect. All the changes apply to both Czech citizens and expats.
Domeq Numbers: Who Are the Tenants?
You may already know that Domeq community consists of many internationals and people of different age and gender who have various reasons to stay here in the Czech Republic. Are you interested in numbers and statistics and would like to find out more about Domeq tenants? Here’s the article for you!
3 Tips for a Happier Life Not Only when Being Abroad
There is a Czech proverb saying “as many people, as many tastes”, which means that everyone is unique and one of a kind, with various opinions and desires.
And yet, there is one goal that we all have in common and want to achieve in our lives – happiness.
Oana from Romania: You Can Never Get Bored in Brno
We continue sharing unique and amazing expats’ stories with all of you: this time, we talked to a bright and wonderful Romanian girl Oana Filimon who told us about her experience of living in Brno and working at Global IT Center, HeidelbergCement Group.