Expat Life Guides
PODCAST: A Pirate's playlist, unpacking Dan Brown mania, and Prague gets pixels
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The Pirate's Ivan Bartoš breaks down the election aftermath, exploring Prague's newest gallery space, and an alternative to Dan Brown hype.
Czech ballots free, Georgian voices silenced: Prague’s Georgians protest for democracy
Two elections at the same time, hundreds of kilometers apart, reveal the stark contrast between freedom of expression and suppression.
Czech election 2025: Where parties stand on 6 issues that could reshape daily life
From visas and housing to defense and education, see what parties promise and how likely those changes are to affect life in Czechia.
PODCAST: Cranking up Kafka, why immigrant votes count, and Prague’s take on Oktoberfest
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Fresh stories, surprising soundbites, hidden gems and extra insights beyond the headlines.
US Embassy Prague halts socials—consular services available as 'situation permits'
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The embassy will stop updating its web, social media during the government shutdown and post urgent security information only until further notice.
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October 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Multiple travel alerts, changes to how foreigners start new employment, seasonal shifts, flu shots, and more key updates to mark in your calendars.
Which Czech political party best matches your values? Take this quiz to find out
Not sure which Czech party best reflects your personal views? Answer 16 quick questions on key issues and see where you align.
Moving to Prague? These 15 services make settling in to Czechia easier
From housing and paperwork to schools and taxes, these companies make relocating to Prague or elsewhere in the country a breeze.
The power of new citizens: How immigrant votes could sway Czech elections
Nearly 29,000 people have gained Czech citizenship since 2019. But many new voters remain unsure of their rights, and their impact at the polls.
By the numbers: Máj Národní, Prague’s iconic building, packed with fun
A panoramic rooftop bar. A giant glass skeleton. Prague's House of Fun is breaking records and ticking the right boxes for your entertainment needs.
US visa law now demands in-person interviews: What Czech-expat families need to know
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The US State Department has warned that the sweeping change may cause longer wait times and scheduling challenges, advising people to begin plans early.
September 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Big changes in education law and a new school year, public transport disruption, a national holiday, a lunar eclipse, and more key events to bookmark.
Czechia’s STD boom leaves foreigners fighting issues getting care, but it exists
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Expats.cz spoke with Czechia's largest STD charity and a foreigner who struggled finding care: we also explain how to access testing and treatment.
6 surprising things about school shopping in Czechia: An expat family’s guide
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From indoor shoes to aktovka backpacks, Czech school shopping can surprise expats. Here’s how to make it less overwhelming and more affordable.
Czech Post abruptly stops sending most US-bound parcels from today
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An end to a duty-free rule and a lack of information from the U.S. administration have prompted the sudden change: we tell you the other options available.
Czechia may soon require ID checks to access adult sites under EU rule
A new EU age-verification law could force Czech-based platforms to require proof of ID, raising major privacy and surveillance concerns.
Proposed US law could make voting harder for Americans in Czechia
A House bill would require overseas voters to prove U.S. residency, raising concerns about ballot access for expats living abroad.
