Applications for Czech language courses through the Czech Employment Center in 2026
On March 23, 2026, the Czech Labor Office began accepting applications for accredited Czech language courses.
Employment centers have returned to their standard operating procedures following the end of the provisional budget.
However, this has also led to an update of the rules for submitting and approving applications for retraining courses, including Czech language courses for foreigners.
In this article, we explain who can apply, what conditions apply in 2026, and how to do so as conveniently as possible.
Employment centers have returned to their standard operating procedures following the end of the provisional budget.
However, this has also led to an update of the rules for submitting and approving applications for retraining courses, including Czech language courses for foreigners.
In this article, we explain who can apply, what conditions apply in 2026, and how to do so as conveniently as possible.
Key requirements for obtaining approval
In 2026, the following key criteria apply for the approval of Czech language courses:
One retraining course per person
Each applicant may receive approval for only one course.
If you have already completed a retraining course in the past, unfortunately, you cannot receive approval for another course.
Support for Levels A2 and B1
Funding applies to intermediate-level courses that facilitate integration into the labor market.
If you have not previously studied Czech and would like to start at Level A1, we recommend completing this level at your own expense; after that, you can apply for funding for the next level.
Two categories of applicants may apply:
- registered unemployed (uchazeči o zaměstnání),
- individuals interested in finding work (zájemci o zaměstnání).
Priority employment sectors:
Priority is given to candidates who plan to work in sectors with a long-term labor shortage, such as:
- healthcare
- social services
- education
- construction
- technical professions
One retraining course per person
Each applicant may receive approval for only one course.
If you have already completed a retraining course in the past, unfortunately, you cannot receive approval for another course.
Support for Levels A2 and B1
Funding applies to intermediate-level courses that facilitate integration into the labor market.
If you have not previously studied Czech and would like to start at Level A1, we recommend completing this level at your own expense; after that, you can apply for funding for the next level.
Two categories of applicants may apply:
- registered unemployed (uchazeči o zaměstnání),
- individuals interested in finding work (zájemci o zaměstnání).
Priority employment sectors:
Priority is given to candidates who plan to work in sectors with a long-term labor shortage, such as:
- healthcare
- social services
- education
- construction
- technical professions
Free Czech language courses at KOVER school
In person in Prague or online
Levels A1, A2, and B1
Levels A1, A2, and B1
How to apply for a course
There are two ways to apply for an accredited Czech language course:
1. Paper application (offline)
You can fill out a paper application and submit it in person at a branch of the Czech Labor Office.
2. Online via the Employment Center’s website (recommended method)
You can submit your application remotely via the EmploymentCenter’s official website—this is the most convenient and modern option.
1. Paper application (offline)
You can fill out a paper application and submit it in person at a branch of the Czech Labor Office.
2. Online via the Employment Center’s website (recommended method)
You can submit your application remotely via the EmploymentCenter’s official website—this is the most convenient and modern option.
Benefits of online filing
The online application process makes everything much easier:
– no need to visit the school office or the Employment Center,
– you can complete everything from home at your convenience,
– you’ll receive detailed instructions on how to apply.
No Paperwork
- no need to pick up a printed confirmation of approval,
- no need to personally submit your certificate upon course completion.
Automated Document Processing
Upon course completion, the school automatically submits all necessary documents to the Employment Center.
– no need to visit the school office or the Employment Center,
– you can complete everything from home at your convenience,
– you’ll receive detailed instructions on how to apply.
No Paperwork
- no need to pick up a printed confirmation of approval,
- no need to personally submit your certificate upon course completion.
Automated Document Processing
Upon course completion, the school automatically submits all necessary documents to the Employment Center.
Conclusion
In 2026, the application process for Czech language courses became more structured and tailored to the actual needs of the labor market. At the same time, the online application system makes it as simple and convenient as possible for applicants.
If you plan to take a Czech language course with support from the Employment Center, we recommend using the online application and, if necessary, contacting our managers for assistance — this will save you time and increase your chances of successful approval.
If you plan to take a Czech language course with support from the Employment Center, we recommend using the online application and, if necessary, contacting our managers for assistance — this will save you time and increase your chances of successful approval.