The Integration Center Prague (ICP) is a non-profit organization that supports non-EU foreigners. More specifically, those who have in the Czech Republic:
- a residence permit for more than 90 days,
- international protection,
- temporary protection.
How can the Integration Center Prague help you?
Experts at the ICP provide assistance with various life situations you may encounter while living in the Czech Republic. Their counseling services cover three main areas:
LEGAL ADVICE
- document review and assistance in understanding them,
- family reunification,
- work and rental contracts.
SOCIAL SUPPORT
- social benefits, pensions,
- housing search,
- information on health and social insurance.
CAREER COUNSELING
- recognition of education and qualifications,
- interview preparation,
- starting a business.
This is not an exhaustive list of services provided by the Integration Center Prague. More details can be found on the center’s website.
For health insurance inquiries, visit our YesPojisteni.cz office, located on the ground floor of the Máj shopping center in the heart of Prague, near the Národní třída metro station (yellow line B).
What other useful tips does the Integration Center Prague offer?
The center can assist with tax return filing, explain how the Czech healthcare system works, and provide guidance on finding a job through the Labor Office (Úřad práce).
All services at the Integration Center Prague are free of charge.
Czech Language Courses for Adults
Would you like to learn Czech? It’s not an easy language, but knowing the basics can be very helpful. At the ICP, you can enroll in Czech courses by paying a motivational fee of 2,000 CZK. If you meet the attendance requirements and pass the final test, this fee will be refunded.
You can choose from various types of courses, including preparation for the permanent residence exam and courses for children.
Adaptation and Integration Courses
This course introduces you to life in the Czech Republic and explains your basic rights and responsibilities. It lasts 4 hours, and at the end, you will receive a certificate.
Interpreting and Accompaniment Services
Staff at the Integration Center Prague can provide interpreting assistance in hospitals, foreign police offices, or kindergartens. They can accompany you in person or offer online interpreting services.
