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Rights and duties of foreign nationals in Czech Republic

Every foreigner as well as any other person residing in the Czech Republic must observe the laws and legal regulations which apply to them (i.e. criminal code, tax laws, etc.) Nevertheless, there are certain (additional) duties, which must be fulfilled by foreigners in particular. This manual provides a basic overview of the rights and duties of foreign nationals when in contact with the police. Nevertheless, the Czech law may occasionally differentiate between the EU citizens including citizens of Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, or Switzerland (hereinafter collectively referred to as “EU citizens”) and the non-EU citizens.

DUTIES

Every foreign national must be able to prove his or her identity, if requested by the police.

After arrival - EU citizens

Every foreign national must prevent documents issued under the Czech law against loss, theft, damage or misuse and ensure that the contained data are true.

Every foreign national must report loss, damage, destruction, or theft of a document issued under the Czech law within 3 days.

Every foreign national must immediately report loss or theft of passport or other travel document.

RIGHTS

SANCTIONS

In the case of a breach of the above mentioned duties a financial penalty (fine) of up to 3 000,- CZK can be imposed.

Should any problems arise especially in communicating with Czech Police, please contact the Emergency Phone number +420 724 292 312