Czech Republic · freelancer
The Zivno trade license is the cheapest way to legally freelance in the EU. EUR 25 license fee, flat-tax regime available. Popular with digital nomads in Prague.
Who is this for?
Freelancers and self-employed professionals wanting affordable EU residency in a vibrant city like Prague.
Pros
Only EUR 25 for trade license
No degree required
Flat-tax regime available
Prague is amazing for digital nomads
Cons
Slow processing (2-4 months)
10 years to citizenship
Czech language needed
Must maintain trade activity
Assumed clean — update in profile if needed
Must obtain health insurance before/during application
Typical: 60 days (30–120)
Valid
From: Passport office · ~14d
Apostilled
From: Police · ~21d · Max 6mo old
Bank statement
From: Bank · ~7d
Rental contract
From: Landlord · ~14d
You keep
€44,400/yr
€3,700/mo
Based on €60,000/yr income
Special Regimes
• Trade license (Zivno) flat-tax regime for freelancers
Permanent Residency
After 5 years
Language: Czech (A1)
Citizenship
After 10 years
Language: Czech (B1)
Dual citizenship: Allowed
Last updated: 2025-11-01 · Verified: 2025-11-01 · Always verify with official sources.