Data Last Updated: April 06, 2021
General Information
At present Czech Republic has reopened its borders to tourists and is starting to allow travelers from the EEA (European Economic Area) and certain low-risk third countries as recommended by the EU council.
The Czech Republic’s Ministry of Health has categorized countries according to their Covid-19 risk. The following rules will apply when entering the country:
Dark red countries - travelers must fill in an arrival form before entering the country. At the same time, undergo the first PCR test before entering, the test should not be older than 48 hours. Subsequently, they must submit a second PCR test performed in the Czech Republic no earlier than the 5th day after entry. Self-isolation is required until a second negative test is submitted.
Red countries - travelers from these countries must fill in the arrival form and submit to the regional hygiene station the result of the PCR test within 7 days of arrival for the test performed in the Czech Republic or submit the test result, which was performed in the EU countries
Orange countries - travelers from these countries can arrive without having to fill in an arrival form. Foreigners must submit a negative PCR test before entering a workplace or educational institution in the Czech Republic.
Green countries - you can enter the Czech Republic without restrictions.
The categorization of countries is being updated regularly. For the latest updates, refer to these links:
Official Coronavirus - Czech Republic
The Czech Ministry of Health still bans the entry of travelers coming from countries with an extremely high risk of spreading the so-called South African mutation of the Coronavirus. The ban has been effective since February 26 for Botswana, Brazil, Swaziland, South Africa, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Mask Requirement
Mask is required to be worn in all public indoor, public transport and all outdoor areas.
Internal Restrictions/Closures
Following an increase in infections, authorities in the Czech Republic further tightened certain coronavirus disease (COVID-19)-related restrictions on Oct. 9.
Casinos and indoor sports facilities, including indoor swimming pools and wellness centers, will be closed. Restaurants, bars, discos, and night clubs will have to close at 2000.
Table seating will be limited to four people at the same table. Live music performances are suspended. Beginning Oct. 12, weddings and funerals will be limited to 30 people, while demonstrations will be limited to a maximum of 500 people. Excluding clinical and practical teaching, students will not be allowed on university campuses.
The government has extended the state of emergency until 23 December but on 3 December, shops were allowed to reopen and the nighttime curfew was lifted. On 7 December, children went back into the classroom and as of 9 December, restaurants must close at 8pm and it is prohibited to drink alcohol in public.
Airlines & Transport
Flights have resumed in the Czech Republic since June 15. There are lots of major airlines that have reinstated their flights or are starting to reschedule them back for dates in the near future, especially airlines within Europe.
Status of Opening to Tourists
Information based on tourists place of residence being in that country for the last 14 days
Select Country of Residence
Open to Tourists From:
7 Countries
Australia
Iceland
New Zealand
Singapore
South Korea
Thailand
Vatican City
Test Required For Tourists From:
4 Countries
Greece
Ireland
Portugal
Spain
Not Allowing Tourists From:
223 Countries
Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
American Samoa
Angola
Anguilla
Antarctica
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belize
Benin
Bermuda
Bhutan
Bolivia
Bonaire
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cambodia
Cameroon
Canada
Cape Verde
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Christmas Island
Cocos Islands
Colombia
Comoros
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Curaçao
Czech Republic
Democratic Republic of Congo
Denmark
Djibouti
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Estonia
Eswatini
Ethiopia
Falkland Islands
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
French Guiana
French Polynesia
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Gibraltar
Greenland
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guam
Guatemala
Guernsey
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong
Hungary
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Isle of Man
Israel
Ivory Coast
Jamaica
Japan
Jersey
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kuwait
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Latvia
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Macedonia
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mali
Malta
Marshall Islands
Martinique
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
New Caledonia
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
Niue
Norfolk Island
North Korea
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
Oman
Pakistan
Palau
Palestine
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Pitcairn
Puerto Rico
Qatar
Republic of Congo
Réunion
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
Saint Barthélemy
Saint Helena
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Martin
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
Sao Tome and Principe
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Sint Maarten
Slovakia
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
South Georgia
South Sudan
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Suriname
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Sweden
Switzerland
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Timor-Leste
Togo
Tokelau
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Turks and Caicos
Tuvalu
U.S. Virgin Islands
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Venezuela
Vietnam
Wallis and Futuna
Western Sahara
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Strict Quarantine For Tourists From:
9 Countries
Andorra
Belgium
Bulgaria
Cyprus
France
Italy
Netherlands
Poland
Slovenia
More Details
Last Updated: October 26, 2020
The major European destination reopened its borders for tourism to welcome travelers as of June 15, 2020. However, Czech Republic's borders are open mainly for select countries from the European Union and select third countries.
Here are the current COVID-19 entry requirements and restrictions you should be aware about if planning to travel to the Czech Republic.
October 26 update: As of October 22, the Czech Republic has once again closed its borders for tourism after a significant increase of Covid-19 cases. The ban on tourism entry will remain until at least November 3, where it will be reviewed again for possible extension. For now, only essential travelers will be permitted entry.
Which Countries Are Allowed To Enter Czech Republic?
Safe list countries can travel to Czech Republic the same way they could before the pandemic. Therefore, travelers from these countries will not have any quarantines or testing imposed upon them for now.
That is to say that any EU nation or 'safe' country suggested by the EU not listed on the safe list of Czech Republic will be considered as unsafe. On the contrary, if granted entry, they will be subject to quarantine, PCR tests, valid reason to travel, and other entry requirements.
The EU suggested a list of 15 third-party countries to be given entry into EU nations as of July 1st. The Czech Republic has accepted the recommendation as of July 15th.
Here's the list of safe low-risk countries that are permitted to travel to Czech Republic:
The most up to date information is on the official Czech Republic website here
Are There Any Tests And Quarantine Required?
All travelers from a safe low risk country will not be subjected in any tests and quarantine.
On the other hand, all travelers from an EU and third-party (high risk) not on the safe list will be required to undergo tests and/or a 14-day quarantine period.
Other Safety Measures
The use of masks will remain mandatory at larger events and in the metro. Throughout the country, citizens will put on a mask only when visiting a medical or social facility.
What's The Deal With The Czech Republic and the #LoveIsNotTourism movement?
As of July 20, 2020, the Czech Republic changed the entry rules for unmarried couples to finally meet again in the country. The Czech government states that the couple will need to apply for the exception with the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Applicants can email vo@mzv.cz to start the process.
For instance, an American with a Czech partner who have been separated by the entry ban.
What's Open in Czech Republic?
- Hotels and other accommodations
- Restaurants and cafes
- Shopping malls, boutiques, and department stores
- Zoos and botanical gardens but only up to 250 people
- Galleries and museums but only up to 500 people max
- Theatres, cinemas, concert halls but with a maximum of 500 people, with an empty seat in between
- Cultural monuments, castles, and outdoor exhibits but a maximum of 250 people per hectare
- Swimming pools and water parks but a maximum of 500 people
- Sports, gatherings, festivals, shows, and markets but a maximum of 500 people
- Weddings and church services but a maximum of 500 people
Sources: Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic | Travel State Gov | U.S. Embassy in The Czech Republic | Ministry of Health
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Information for Non-Tourists
Restrictions have been reimposed for travelers coming from Montenegro and Serbia as of July 13, and restrictions were never eased with those from Sweden; travelers from these countries must present a negative COVID-19 test on arrival or self-isolate for 14 days.
Travel is prohibited from all other countries, excluding for residents of countries with which travel restrictions have been lifted, close family members of Czech residents, diplomats, transport workers, and for urgent circumstances decided on a case-by-case basis.
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