There are two types of health insurance in the Czech Republic: public health insurance and commercial health insurance. The difference between public health insurance and commercial health insurance for foreigners is, for example, the number of contract hospitals. A person who has the right to use public health insurance can always be treated anywhere in the Czech Republic. For commercial … [Read more...]
Teaching english in the Czech Republic
The main reason for coming to the Prague is the incredible amount of jobs available on the market. Boasting the lowest unemployment rate of any European City, combined with a low cost of living, no wonder foreigners are flooding to Prague for a new start. And in terms of getting a foothold in the Czech Republic, the majority of opportunities come from the option of teaching English in Prague, … [Read more...]
Health insurance for foreigners from UNIQA Insurance Company
The insurance company UNIQA was established in 1993. From the year 2007 it also offers Czech health insurance for foreigners. UNIQA Insurance Company belongs to Austrian majority stockholder UNIQA International AG from which it receives a strong financial background and KNOW-HOW. >> Health insurance calculator from UNIQA health insurance company << Which insurance products UNIQA … [Read more...]
The interview at the Ministry of Interior of the Czech Republic
The interview at the Ministry of Interior of the Czech Republic is required for applicants willing to obtain a residence permit. After you send the application for the residence permit, you will receive an official letter from the Ministry of Interior with information about an interview. In the letter there will be written the date and address of office where you are obliged to come. Eh, an … [Read more...]
Differences beetween living in Prague and United Kingdom
As with any new country that you go to, there is always a bit of a culture shock, and the Czech Republic is no different in that respect. Coming from the UK, it is my natural tendency to adhere to manners and pleasantries at all times. Even more important to uphold them in public places. So from the moment I entered the transport system and saw that those glum looking faces, devoid of smiles, I … [Read more...]