India Joins Czech Republic's Digital Nomad Visa Program: A New Frontier for Remote IT Professionals

New Delhi, July 15, 2025

Embracing the future of remote work and global talent mobility, the Czech Republic has opened its prestigious Digital Nomad Program to Indian citizens, effective 1 July 2025. This initiative highlights Czechia’s recognition of India’s thriving IT expertise and its intent to attract skilled professionals who can contribute to the country's growing innovation ecosystem. This move places India in a select league of 15 countries, including the USA, UK, Japan, and Australia, whose nationals are now eligible to live and work remotely in Czechia under this unique visa scheme.

Smiling Indian IT professional working remotely on a laptop, with a scenic Czech cityscape in the background, symbolizing the opportunities offered by the Czech Digital Nomad Visa

This initiative is particularly targeted at highly qualified IT professionals who can contribute to the Czech economy while enjoying a flexible and culturally rich living experience in the heart of Europe.

A Milestone for Indian Talent Mobility

India’s inclusion in the program is a recognition of its global IT leadership and digital workforce strength. For Indian professionals seeking global exposure without giving up their current remote employment, this program offers the ideal blend of freedom, opportunity, and lifestyle. This is a great opportunity for Indian professionals to expand their global footprint while contributing meaningfully to the Czech innovation ecosystem.

Key Features of the Czech Digital Nomad Program for Indians

Here are the essential details Indian applicants should be aware of:

Eligibility

• Open to Indian IT and marketing professionals working remotely.

• Applicants can be either:

  • Employees of foreign companies continuing remote work from Czechia.

  • Freelancers with valid Czech trade licenses for IT services.

    
    

Income Requirement

• Applicants must earn at least 1.5 times the average Czech salary, which is currently CZK 69,247 per month (approx. €2,800 or ₹2.5 lakhs).

• This ensures that digital nomads are financially independent and contribute to the Czech economy.

  
  

Application Process

• Apply via the Czech Embassy in India with necessary documentation, including:

  • Purpose of stay

  • Proof of accommodation

  • Proof of income

  • Criminal record

  • Valid travel and identity documents

  
  

Visa Type & Validity

• Applicants will receive a long-term visa (valid for over 90 days), with the potential to transition into a long-term residence permit.

• For employees, this is issued under the category of “other” visa.

• For freelancers, it comes under the business visa category, requiring a Czech trade license.

  
  

Family Inclusion

An important feature of the program is the inclusion of close family members, such as:

• Spouse or registered partner

• Children

They may apply for residence permits alongside the primary applicant, allowing families to experience Czechia together.

Fast-Tracked Processing

Once accepted into the program:

• Applicants and their family members are allowed to submit their visa applications directly at Czech embassies abroad.

• The processing time is capped at 45 days, ensuring a swift transition for qualified professionals.

  
  

Important Conditions to Note

• Applicants must not currently hold a Czech long-term visa or residence permit, nor should they have held one in the previous year.

• All documents must be originals or notarized copies, no older than 180 days, and must comply with Czech legal requirements.

A Strategic Move by Czechia to Welcome Global Tech Talent

Czechia's decision to expand its Digital Nomad Program to include countries like India, Brazil, South Korea, and other innovation-driven economies is a forward-thinking step that reflects the evolving nature of global work and talent mobility.

This initiative strikes the right balance—attracting highly skilled professionals while maintaining a robust and compliant immigration framework. Indian IT professionals, in particular, are exceptionally well-suited for this opportunity, thanks to their adaptability, deep technical expertise, and proven global readiness.

As Czechia positions itself as a hub for remote digital professionals, it acknowledges a vital truth: Digital nomads are not just remote workers—they are global citizens. They bring diversity, cross-cultural collaboration, innovation, and direct economic value to the countries they live in.

With this program, Czechia is not only investing in talent, but also in long-term international collaboration, with India emerging as a key partner in this vision.

A Game-Changer for Indian Remote Workers

With this inclusion, the Czech Republic opens its doors to a new wave of skilled Indian professionals who are redefining the way the world works. It’s a validation of India's leadership in the global digital economy and a clear invitation to explore new shores.

As remote work continues to reshape the professional world, programs like these empower Indian citizens to take their careers—and lives—global.