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Czech Government Loosens Paperwork & Expands Access to Economic-Migration Programmes
From 1 June 2026 Czechia has eased documentation for highly-skilled foreign hires, broadened eligibility to university spin-offs and allowed Indonesian pilot-project workers to change employers after six months. The reforms cut processing time, support tech-transfer start-ups and align national rules with EU law—welcome news for multinationals grappling with talent shortages.
Czech Republic Overhauls Numeric Codes on Long-Term Visas & Residence Permits
Effective 1 June 2026, Czechia replaced the old purpose codes printed on long-term visas and residence permits with an expanded numeric set. The update clarifies foreign nationals’ work and study rights, supports upcoming EU IT systems and gives employers a cleaner way to monitor compliance. Existing documents stay valid but HR and travel teams should update their reference tables to avoid confusion at borders.