Moving to Czech Republic from Democratic Republic of the Congo

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Czech Republic — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Czech Republic, and you’d need to navigate life in Czech and Slovak.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Czech Republic, based on official data.

Moved in 2023
12 ↑ 500% vs 2022

people moved from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Czech Republic · OECD (latest data available)

Who's moving to Czech Republic?

Top countries of origin for Czech Republic's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Czech Republic.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

CD
16.3
CZ
5.2

Czech Republic performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2024

annual government + private spending per person

CD
$58
CZ
$4,674
Doctors per 10,000 people World Bank, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

CD
2.1
CZ
43.5

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

CD
72.0
CZ
33.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CD
0.1t
CZ
7.1t

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on environment, though Czech Republic leads in air pollution deaths.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people World Bank, 2024

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

CD
0.0
CZ
38.9
Water stress level World Bank, 2022

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

CD
0.2%
CZ
22.0%

Czech Republic generally does better on infrastructure, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate World Bank, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

CD
4.4%
CZ
2.8%
GDP per capita World Bank, 2025

a broad measure of economic output per person

CD
$807
CZ
$35,917

Czech Republic performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy World Bank, 2024

average years of life at birth

CD
62.1 yrs
CZ
80.0 yrs
Infant mortality World Bank, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CD
56.4
CZ
2.1

Czech Republic performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all family life metrics.

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Democratic Republic of the Congo and Czech Republic. To live, work, or study long-term in Czech Republic, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Czech Republic's immigration authority.

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Czech Republic

Visa Required
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Czech Republic.
Czech Republic passport

Czech Republic passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Czech Republic passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Czech Republic?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Czech Republic has 38.9 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Czech Republic safe for expats?

Czech Republic performs significantly better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Czech Republic compared to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Democratic Republic of the Congo generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Czech Republic leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 43.5 doctors per 10,000 people in Czech Republic, compared to 2.1 in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Czech Republic scores 84 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 42).

What language do they speak in Czech Republic?

The official languages in Czech Republic are Czech and Slovak. In Democratic Republic of the Congo, the official languages are French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.

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At a Glance

CD CZ
Population 112,832,473 10,886,878
Currency Congolese Franc (CDF) Czech Republic Koruna (CZK)
Languages French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba Czech, Slovak
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +243 +420
Time zones 2 1
Emergency number — 112