How much does a Czechia tourist visa cost?

For a Czechia tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; VFS UK service fee — €27; Premium lounge / SMS / prime time — free. EUR 90 adult Schengen fee (raised from EUR 80 in June 2024), EUR 45 for children 6-11, free under 6, plus a separate VFS service fee in GBP. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.

How long does a Czechia tourist visa take to process?

A decision on a Czechia tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.

Where do I apply for a Czechia tourist visa?

VFS Global Visa Application Centre in London, outsourced by the Embassy of the Czech Republic; the Embassy still takes the decision. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.

What documents are required for a Czechia tourist visa?

The Czechia consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages); One recent biometric photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover; Proof of accommodation or invitation letter; Round-trip flight itinerary; Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient funds; Proof of UK residence status for non-UK nationals; Employment or study confirmation; Cover letter with purpose and itinerary. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.

Can I apply for a Czechia tourist visa from the United Kingdom?

Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Czechia, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

Czechia tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time

This page covers the Czechia tourist (schengen c) visa — used for short holiday or sightseeing trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Every field below is taken from our editor-verified country record and reflects what the Czechia consular network publishes for applicants of any nationality. You apply in the country where you legally reside, so exact centres and service fees can differ locally.

Consular fee

€90

Typical decision

15 days

Appointments

Outsourced center

Where to apply for a Czechia tourist visa

VFS Global Visa Application Centre in London, outsourced by the Embassy of the Czech Republic; the Embassy still takes the decision.

Required documents

Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages)
One recent biometric photo
Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover
Proof of accommodation or invitation letter
Round-trip flight itinerary
Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient funds
Proof of UK residence status for non-UK nationals
Employment or study confirmation
Cover letter with purpose and itinerary

Turn this list into a tick-off checklist on the checklist page, which also flags which items are mandatory and which are only advisable.

Fees, reductions and exemptions

Adult Schengen fee€90— Applicants aged 12 and over
Child 6-11€45— Reduced Visa Code fee
Child under 6Free— Exempt
VFS UK service fee€27— Charged in GBP on top of the consular fee
Premium lounge / SMS / prime timeFree— Optional add-ons priced at booking

EUR 90 adult Schengen fee (raised from EUR 80 in June 2024), EUR 45 for children 6-11, free under 6, plus a separate VFS service fee in GBP.

Booking an appointment

Book online at visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/cze. VFS handles biometrics and document intake; optional premium lounge, SMS and prime-time services cost extra.

Practical tips

Apply between 6 months and 15 days before travel, and make sure your UK status covers the whole trip plus three months.

What is unusual about the Czechia process

The UK sits on the Czech 'harmonised list', so many nationalities resident in the UK may lodge here even though they are not British citizens.

Official sources

If you are applying from the United Kingdom

London — VFS Global — Czechia Visa Application Centre
66 Wilson Street, London EC2A 2BT
Short-stay (Schengen) applications.
London — Embassy of the Czech Republic
26 Kensington Palace Gardens, London W8 4QY
Long-stay (type D), Employee Card and family reunification applications, in person by appointment.

Applying from somewhere else? Use the consulate that covers your country of legal residence — the requirements above still apply.

Updated today against official Czechia consular sources. Requirements can change without notice — always confirm before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Czechia tourist visa cost?: For a Czechia tourist visa, the consular fee is €90. Reduced or waived amounts apply to: Adult Schengen fee — €90; Child 6-11 — €45; Child under 6 — free; VFS UK service fee — €27; Premium lounge / SMS / prime time — free. EUR 90 adult Schengen fee (raised from EUR 80 in June 2024), EUR 45 for children 6-11, free under 6, plus a separate VFS service fee in GBP. Visa application centres such as VFS Global, BLS, TLScontact or Capago charge their own service fee on top.
How long does a Czechia tourist visa take to process?: A decision on a Czechia tourist visa typically takes around 15 days from the appointment date, though peak season, additional document requests and consulate workload can extend this. Apply as early as the rules allow.
Where do I apply for a Czechia tourist visa?: VFS Global Visa Application Centre in London, outsourced by the Embassy of the Czech Republic; the Embassy still takes the decision. You always apply through the mission or application centre that covers your country of legal residence.
What documents are required for a Czechia tourist visa?: The Czechia consular network lists: Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (issued within last 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure, 2 blank pages); One recent biometric photo; Travel medical insurance with EUR 30,000 Schengen cover; Proof of accommodation or invitation letter; Round-trip flight itinerary; Bank statements and payslips showing sufficient funds; Proof of UK residence status for non-UK nationals; Employment or study confirmation; Cover letter with purpose and itinerary. Some items are mandatory and others only advisable — the EU Visa Compass checklist tool flags which is which.
How do appointments work for a Czechia tourist visa?: Appointment model: Outsourced center. Book online at visa.vfsglobal.com/gbr/en/cze. VFS handles biometrics and document intake; optional premium lounge, SMS and prime-time services cost extra.
Can I apply for a Czechia tourist visa from the United Kingdom?: Yes. We list 2 submission points in the UK for Czechia, with addresses and notes, on this page. If you live elsewhere, use the consulate covering your country of residence — the requirements themselves stay the same.

🇨🇿 Czechia tourist visa: requirements, fee and processing time