Foreigners in the Czech Republic

We project information from the field and analytical work into advocacy activities — we draw attention to needs, risks, and white spaces in legislation, we comment on national and European programs. We build partnerships with international institutions, public authorities, local governments, and other actors, and we are pleased that there are several platforms for meeting and conversation.

We collect data and process our own analyses on some topics related to migration. For instance, we map the children's needs with different mother tongue and their teachers in schools, or we monitor issues related to foreigners‘ health status and their access to health care.

Humanitarian subsidy – Financial assistance for refugees from Ukraine
August 18, 2025 Integration of Foreigners

Humanitarian subsidy – Financial assistance for refugees from Ukraine

As a result of the war, many people may suddenly find themselves in a very difficult situation. They lose a stable income and are unable to cover even the most basic needs such as food, hygiene, and shelter. The Czech Republic strives to help people in such circumstances and has therefore introduced the humanitarian subsidy. In the following sections, you will learn who is eligible for this support, the amount provided, how to apply, and where to seek assistance if you need help with the paperwork. 

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic still supports people affected by the war in Ukraine
February 23, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic still supports people affected by the war in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine has been going on for a year. During this time, millions of people have lost their homes, their ability to provide for their families, and their normal, decent life. From the first day of the war, Caritas Czech Republic has been helping Ukrainians who are suffering because of Russian aggression.

Caritas Czech Republic is ready to help refugees from Ukraine coming to the Czech Republic
February 28, 2022 News

Caritas Czech Republic is ready to help refugees from Ukraine coming to the Czech Republic

We are closely following the aggravated situation in Ukraine. We have organized the collection ‘Caritas for Ukraine’, by means of which, in cooperation with our long-term partner Caritas Ukraine, we focus on providing the people of Ukraine directly affected by the war with anything they need – water, food, hygiene and shelter. Part of the intervention is provision of psychological support.

Deputies approved public insurance for foreigners’ newborns, but no longer for their children
October 21, 2021

Deputies approved public insurance for foreigners’ newborns, but no longer for their children

Children of foreigners legally residing in the Czech Republic are still not entitled to public health insurance, and thus not to adequate health care. The chance to close one of the most painful places of integration of foreigners in the Czech Republic was wasted.