Coronavirus is a huge issue discussed on a daily basis nowadays. So far, many things have been said concerning the use of masks in public. That’s why we decided to take a moment and address this subject once and for all. For that matter, Petr Ludwig’s Youtube video was extremely helpful.
Category: Expat
Articles containing news and important information related to living in the Czech Republic that expats should be aware of.
Permanent Residency as Security in the Future Emergency Situations
Currently, with the Czech Republic being in the state of emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic, only expats with valid residence permits can cross the borders and return to the country where they may have families, jobs, homes. If you meet the conditions of holding the permanent residency status in the Czech Republic but you don’t have it yet we strongly recommend submitting your application.
A Greek’s Survival Guide Abroad: Czech Edition
For Greeks that are already in the Czech Republic since the borders are closed now… or for Greeks that think of visiting the country in the future, hopefully, it will be soon. And for all of you interested in what a typical Greek person looks like!
Coronavirus: How to Handle Anxiety
On one hand, we can’t simply ignore the present alarming situation and keep going like nothing is happening. On the other hand, we for sure shouldn’t fall into the other extreme and succumb to stress and anxiety. Inevitably, the recent events trigger anxiety in all of us, no matter how emotionally and psychically stable we (think we) are. We are outside of our comfort zones, mentally strained, unsure and wary of things to come. Therefore, it is of highest importance for us to brace ourselves with patience, discipline and kindness.
Coronavirus Volunteers: Provide Aid
With the coronavirus on the loose, also people in the Czech Republic started doing the best to help on this urgent matter. New voluntary groups started being organized to help those who are most at risk of being infected by the new virus.
Coronavirus in the Czech Republic: The Entire Country Quarantined from Monday 16, 2020
Stay home, people. The Czech government announced a ban from movement in the territory of the Czech Republic as one of the precautions to fight the coronavirus pandemic that has been spreading across Europe.
Coronavirus in the Czech Republic IX: MOI Offices Operating Limited from March, 16, 2020
In connection with the state of the emergency in the Czech Republic and the prevention of coronavirus, the activities at the offices of the Ministry of the Interior dealing with foreigners’ residence permits will be limited from 16 March 2020.
Coronavirus in the Czech Republic VII: Traveling from March 16, 2020
From Monday 0:00 AM, March 16, no tourists will be allowed to enter the country, even if they arrive from safe countries. That means that all foreigners who need to get into the Czech Republic but don’t have a residence permit, have to return by this time.
EU Citizens in Czechia: Temporary Residence Permit Will Benefit You in Emergency Situations of the State
Even the EU citizens who don’t need any legal permit to stay in the Czech Republic long term should have a temporary residence certificate. For practical reasons. One of them has shown right now. With the Czech Republic being in the state of emergency because of the coronavirus pandemic, there are precautions applied to any foreign nationals living in the Czech Republic, including foreigners from EU countries.
Coronavirus in the Czech Republic VI: Traveling from March 13 to March 16, 2020
The Czech government declared a state of emergency and it is only natural that the latest countermeasures regarding the coronavirus pandemic left many foreigners scared. Often even the Czech citizens themselves struggle to make sense of the recent regulations. There are, however, two important dates you should keep in your mind: March 13 and March 16.