Czechia extends special agricultural-sector work-visa programme to 2028
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Last-minute Schengen visa slots for Czech Republic open at Indian VFS centres
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Senate Schedules Fast-Track Debate on Amendment to Foreigners Act
The Czech Senate will debate a significant amendment to the Foreigners Act on 21 October 2026. The bill speeds up intra-company transfer processing, modernises consular appointment rules and raises employer penalties. If passed unchanged, most provisions would take effect on 1 January 2027, leaving companies little time to update mobility and compliance procedures.
Prague Airport Forecasts Record 18.6 Million Passengers on Back of New Long-Haul Routes
Air Service One reports that Prague Airport is on course for a record 18.6 million passengers in 2026, buoyed by 11 new airlines and over 50 route additions. The surge, led by first-ever Asian long-haul connections and aggressive short-haul growth from Wizz Air and Ryanair, enhances Czechia’s attractiveness for business and MICE travel.
EU Parliament Strengthens Passenger Refund Rights – Czech Travellers to Benefit from 14-Day Pay-Out Rule
MEPs voted on 20 October to cap refund times for cancelled trips at 14 days and create a single EU claims form, closing loopholes that left travellers – including Czech business passengers – waiting months for compensation. The measure, due to take effect in 2027, will require carriers and booking intermediaries to overhaul refund workflows.
CzechTourism Courts Italian Buyers in Rimini, Highlights New Direct Flights
At the TTG Rimini trade fair CzechTourism showcased regional attractions and capitalised on new Italy-Czech air routes, citing an 18 % seat-capacity jump and a 3.7-day average stay for Italian visitors. Deals struck with tour operators aim to spread tourist flows beyond Prague and fill shoulder-season capacity, supporting the country’s inbound-mobility recovery.