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09/10/2026

📢 As of 1 October 2026, the amounts of the subsistence minimum and standard housing costs are changing.

These changes may affect eligibility for certain social benefits, as well as the required income level when proving financial means for certain types of residence permits.

💰 Subsistence minimum:

Single person: CZK 5,500
First person in a household: CZK 5,000
Each additional adult: CZK 3,750
Dependent children: CZK 2,480–3,490, depending on age

📌 For more information, visit the Ministry of the Interior's website: https://ipc.gov.cz/en/forms-and-documents/documents/proof-of-funds-for-the-residence-finances/

07/10/2026

📢 The minimum wage in the Czech Republic is increasing as of 1 January 2027!

💰 The new minimum wage will be CZK 24,900 gross per month (based on a standard 40-hour working week). In 2026, it is CZK 22,400.

⚠️ This change is particularly important for holders of employee cards and those planning to apply for one. The salary stated in the employment contract must be at least equal to the minimum wage.

Therefore, before submitting an application for a new employee card or renewing an existing one, make sure to check your employment contract or salary statement. If your salary does not meet the new minimum threshold, arrange an adjustment with your employer well in advance.

05/10/2026

📢 KACPU Brno is moving!

📅 On 7 October 2026, the KACPU Brno office will be closed. It will reopen at its new address on 12 October:

📍 Tuřanka 1554/115b, 627 00 Brno-Slatina

🕒 Opening hours:

Mon, Wed: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tue, Thu: 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Fri: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

⚠️ As an exception, KACPU services will still be available on 6 October (8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.) at Hněvkovského 65, Brno-jih.

📌 More information: https://ipc.gov.cz/stehovani-kacpu-brno/

01/10/2026

📢 Registration for the Special Long-Term Residence Permit (ZDP) opens on 1 October 2026.

Holders of temporary protection who have already expressed their interest in obtaining a ZDP can check the results of the eligibility assessment in their user account on the Information Portal for Foreigners from 8:00 a.m. on 1 October 2026.

If they meet the specified conditions, they can register and book an appointment at a Ministry of the Interior office.

📅 Registration is open until 31 December 2026, so there is no need to complete it on the first day.

⚠️ When registering a household, all household members must attend the appointment in person. A booked appointment can only be rescheduled once.

📌 For more information and registration instructions, visit: https://ipc.gov.cz/spusteni-registrace-ke-zvlastnimu-dlouhodobemu-pobytu/

28/08/2026

🌍 Special Long-Term Residence (zDP): What happens next?

If you have expressed your interest in obtaining Special Long-Term Residence (zDP) and meet all the required conditions, the following steps await you:

📅 1. Registration
From October to December 2026, you will be able to register to obtain zDP and at the same time book an appointment to visit a Ministry of the Interior office.

🏢 2. Visit to the Ministry of the Interior
During your appointment, the authorities will check whether you meet all the required conditions. If you do, your biometric data will then be collected.

🪪 3. Collecting your residence card
You must collect your biometric residence permit card within 60 days of having your biometric data taken. Once you collect the card, you will obtain Special Long-Term Residence (zDP).

ℹ️ More information can be found on our website: https://ipc.gov.cz/zvlastni-dlouhodoby-pobyt/proces-ziskani-zvlastniho-dlouhodobeho-pobytu/

27/08/2026

🌊 Summer isn’t over yet! Come and enjoy an afternoon full of movement, fun, and new connections at the Brno Reservoir with the Centre for Foreigners! ☀️

You can look forward to a team paddleboarding adventure on two large team paddleboards. You’ll be divided into two teams of eight and head out onto the water together. 🏄‍♀️🏄‍♂️

It’s not about speed or athletic performance – what matters is teamwork, communication, and finding a shared rhythm. The activity is suitable for beginners, so no previous experience is required. 😊

📌 Capacity: 16 participants
🎒 What to bring: swimwear or sportswear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, and something to drink
🦺 Equipment: paddleboards, paddles, and life jackets are provided
🔞 Who can participate: adults aged 18 and over
💚 Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.

📝 Registration: 17 August 2026 from 8:00 AM – 2 September 2026 until 11:59 PM

Týmový paddleboard na Brněnské přehradě zdarma. Odpoledne plné pohybu, zábavy a nových setkání – vhodné i pro začátečníky.

26/08/2026

🪪 What is a Biometric Card/ "Biometrická karta"?

A biometric card is an electronic residence permit issued in the form of a residence card with a chip containing the holder’s biometric information.

🔐 The chip contains:
📸 a digital photograph of the cardholder
👆 their fingerprints

In the Czech Republic, biometric residence cards are typically issued to third-country nationals who:

🏠 have a long-term or permanent residence permit, or
🛡️ have been granted international protection.

The card serves as an important document confirming your legal residence status in the Czech Republic.

24/08/2026

⚠️ Suspension of the Register of Vacant Job Positions (EVPM)

From 26 August to 4 September 2026, the Central Register of Vacant Job Positions (EVPM), administered by the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MPSV), will be temporarily unavailable.

📌 The suspension may prolong the processing of:

changes of employer,
applications for the issuance or extension of an Employee Card,
particularly applications concerning dual Employee Cards, as well as Blue Cards.

Applications can still be submitted during the suspension. However, if the relevant job position cannot be published in the EVPM due to the suspension, it will need to be added to the register once operations are restored and the relevant documentation will need to be submitted as part of the application.

❓ Questions regarding the EVPM should be directed to the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MPSV), which administers the register. The Ministry of the Interior does not operate or administer the EVPM.

https://ipc.gov.cz/odstavka-centralni-evidence-volnych-pracovnich-mist/

14/08/2026

🌍🎶 Celebrate the Day of National Minorities! 🎭✨

Join an afternoon full of music, dance, and cultural diversity in Lužánky Park! 🌳💃

📅 19 September 2026
🕧 From 12:30 PM – Performances by national minority ensembles and groups
🎤 5:30 PM – Live concert by Espéria

Come and experience the traditions, culture, and vibrant atmosphere of communities from around the world. Everyone is welcome! ❤️

ℹ️ More information: https://dnmjmk.cz/

13/08/2026

What does "interkulturní asistence" mean?

🌍🤝 Intercultural Assistance

A service offered to foreigners, involving:

🏛️ Assistance in communicating and dealing with institutions
🏫 Accompanying foreigners to schools
🏥 Accompanying foreigners to medical appointments
📋 Accompanying foreigners to appointments with various authorities, etc.
🌐 Assistance in overcoming social and cultural barriers
🗣️ Interpreting