General required documents for a Czech Republic Visa Application:

1. Firstly, download the application form, fill it completely and with sincerity. You can also fill the Czech Republic Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
2. 2 photos must be attached; the photo should be of passport format – a recent whole-face capture with a light background. Learn more about visa photo requirements and specifications.
3. Your passport and copies of your previous visas – valid for at least 3 months beyond return date – are required. Your passport must have at least two blank pages.
4. A copy of your return-ticket reservation. It is not recommended to purchase the ticket before obtaining the visa – if not otherwise required
5. Travel medical insurance confirmation of minimum 30,000 € coverage within the Czech Republic and the entire Schengen area
6. A cover letter stating the purpose of visit to the Czech Republic and itinerary
7. Flight itinerary reservation with dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from the Czech Republic
8. Proof of accommodation for the whole duration of the intended stay in the Czech Republic. Find and Book Cheap Hotels in the Czech Republic!
9. Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
10. Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay in the Czech Republic.

If employed:

1. Employment contract
2. Current bank statement of the latest 6 months
3. No-objection certificate from the employer
4. Income Tax Return (ITR) form or Certificate of Income Tax deducted at the source of salary

List of additional documents required for the most frequent purposes of Czech Republic Visa Application:

1. Invitation letter from your family or friends in the Czech Republic with the address and phone number  – if applicable
2. Bank statement of the last 6 months
3. Passport copies