Losing your job in the Czech Republic can be stressful, especially for foreign nationals navigating unfamiliar systems. While our previous article explained how to maintain health insurance coverage after job loss, this article expands — detailing essential steps, available benefits, and legal requirements to help you through the transition.
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Having a Baby in the Czech Republic: What Foreign Parents Need to Know
Expecting a child in the Czech Republic as a foreigner? Here’s a quick overview of residence rules and health insurance for newborns—and how we can help you sort it out.
Lost your job as a holder of a dual Employee Card? Who covers your health insurance now?
What happens if your employment in the Czech Republic ends, but your next job won’t start immediately? If you are a holder of a dual Employee Card, there is no need to worry about your health insurance — even during this waiting period.
Health Insurance for Foreigners in the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic provides a high-quality healthcare system for its residents and foreigners. If you are going to Czechia for work or study, you need to get health insurance. How does it work, and what should you do? Let’s learn more in this article!
How the Czech Healthcare System Works and Where to Register with a Doctor
The Czech healthcare system operates on a universal coverage model, funded through public health insurance contributions. It ensures access to a wide range of medical services, from preventive care to specialized treatments. Health insurance is mandatory for all residents. After you got it, you need to find your doctors. Read the article to find out how!
Health Insurance for Minors – Changes From 1 January 2024
#ImmiUpdatesCzechia Are you a foreigner with children under 18 years of age with a long-term residence permit in the Czech Republic? Pay attention. Starting January 1, 2024, they must become part of the Public Health Insurance System. Learn more in our article!
End of the PVZP Monopoly – What Does It Mean For You?
#LifeInCzechia News regarding the compulsory health insurance! The insurance monopoly of PVZP (a subsidiary of the General Health Insurance Company of the Czech Republic) is now canceled. Foreigners from non-EU countries who have long-term or permanent residence in the Czech Republic can now choose the insurance company on their own.
Changes in the Law from August 2021: Health Insurance, Permits for EU Citizens, and Administration Fees
The Czech government amended the law about foreigners living in Czechia, valid from 2 August 2021. These changes include for example the obligation to purchase comprehensive health insurance solely from the insurance company PVZP for the first five years of their stay, the renaming of a residence permit document for EU citizens, administration fees of 200 CZK for residence permits and their extensions, and new identification documents for third-country citizens containing biometric data.
Coronavirus in Czechia: How to Get Your COVID-19 Vaccine Reimbursement
Although third-country citizens living in Czechia have been able to get vaccinated against COVID-19 since 11 June, some things are still not completely clear. For example, many expats don’t know that if they’ve purchased comprehensive health insurance for foreigners, they might be able to get reimbursed. Here’s a look at how different Czech insurance companies handle COVID-19 reimbursements and what you need to do to get yours.
Protect Yourself: Subscribe to Insurance for Expats when Moving to Czechia
Have you thought about getting insurance before relocating to the Czech Republic? If not, then add it to your to-do list! Insurance isn’t usually something you have on your mind until you really need it. Or, in other words, before it’s too late. In fact, Comprehensive Health Insurance is mandatory for foreigners coming to the Czech Republic to receive a visa. Additionally, you can subscribe to liability insurance to cover health, property, or financial damage you may encounter during your time in the country.