In connection with the latest news regarding Brexit, rules of medical treatment in the Czech Republic will change. Previous access to health care for non-EU citizens may have differences if there is no-deal Brexit. Brits should get the new health insurance before October 31, otherwise, the previous one will not be valid.
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Any news related to the Czech Republic that expats should be aware of.
New Navigation Signs in Prague Metro
Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) started testing new navigation system for designating exits. The metro station Nádraží Holešovice has already received a new version of the system. Soon, a test system will be installed at the stations I. P. Pavlova and Náměstí Míru. The test version will show whether the navigation system will operate on all 61 metro stations or will be inconvenient for people.
DUO SMILE SPA: Dental Hygiene in a Different Way
An extremely pleasant place you can feel with all your senses. You see, you hear, you feel… You relax and at the same time you contribute to your own health, prevent disease and build immunity. Sounds like a fairy tale? DUO SMILE Dental Care at Pekařská Street in Brno has opened “SPAčko” – the first SPA-style dental relaxation center in the Czech Republic, which does not look like a typical dental office at all.
National Theatre Brno: What to Expect This Autumn and Winter
We’re sure that all theatre enthusiasts have been looking forward to hearing what’s going to happen at the local scene in the new season. Thanks to our partnership with one of the biggest and most popular theatres in Brno – National Theatre Brno (Czech: Národní divadlo Brno), we bring you basic schedule of their exciting upcoming program!
Brexit: Rules for UK Citizens in the Czech Republic
What is the latest status about Brexit? Сurrently known that a transitional period will start October 31, 2019 and last until December 31, 2020, it gives the UK residents in the Czech Republic the right to stay in the country and the possibility to take measures to resolve permit issues related to keep on staying legally. The paperwork must be done before October 31, 2019 – the day when Brexit will happen because after that Brits won’t be considered as UK citizens.
Best Destination for Expats: the Czech Republic Ranked 10th in the World!
This year, the Czech Republic has taken 10th place as the best destination for expats, out of 64 destinations in the Expat Insider 2019 survey. The country maintained the same places compared to last year and climbed one place compared to 2017.
European Public Champion Competition: Vote for Us!
Foreigners is attending the European Business Awards and we’re honoured being selected as the “One to watch” and “National Winner” prizes among thousands business in Europe. Now, we’re glad to receive your votes to become the ‘European Public Champion’ this year if you want to support us!
Transit Stop at Domeq Back in Operation
With a new semester changes in public transportation in Brno come: there’s a renewed transit stop at Domeq. As some of you may know, Dornych street had been closed for reconstruction for nearly two years but now it’s finally open! Thus a new bus stop replaced the old one which used to be strictly for trams: the stop is called Kovařská and it’s situated way closer to Domeq than any other.
Foreigners Agency Wins Two Prizes in the European Business Awards
We are blissful to share the news with you: Foreigners has been named ‘One to watch’ and ‘National Winner’ in the 2019 European Business Awards, one of the world’s largest business competitions.
Vietnamese Culture in Prague: 5 Must Try Foods
Has it ever surprise you that there’s a place called “Sapa, little Hanoi” in Prague? Sapa, isn’t it a town of Vietnam, 9.026 kilometers far from the Czech Republic? Well, you are right and wrong! If you haven’t noticed yet, you can experience Vietnamese culture and visit authentic Vietnamese market while living in the Czech Republic.