The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) pushed an update to its travel-advice portal for Czechia early on 10 November 2025, reaffirming emergency procedures and consular-assistance channels for British nationals. While the substance of entry rules remains unchanged—Czechia continues to allow 90-in-180-day visa-free stays for UK citizens—the page now highlights the EU-wide 112 emergency number and encourages travellers to retain digital copies of passports and insurance policies.
Why it matters: Multinational employers based in Prague frequently host British staff for short-term projects. Updated government guidance is a useful compliance reference when drafting travel-risk assessments under the UK’s Corporate Manslaughter and Duty of Care legislation.
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Key points in the update:
• Clarified that airlines, not embassies, are responsible for re-routing passengers during industrial action.
• Added link to the Overseas Business Risk service, covering political and security considerations for firms operating in Czechia.
• Reiterated that the FCDO cannot provide tailored legal advice regarding Czech labour disputes, medical costs or police investigations.
Action items for mobility teams: Refresh pre-departure briefing packs for UK assignees to include the new emergency-contact section. Check that insurance providers recognise Czech public hospitals listed in the FCDO annex. Advise travellers to sign up for e-mail alerts so that any future changes—such as a possible tightening of Schengen border checks—are received automatically.
Why it matters: Multinational employers based in Prague frequently host British staff for short-term projects. Updated government guidance is a useful compliance reference when drafting travel-risk assessments under the UK’s Corporate Manslaughter and Duty of Care legislation.
Key points in the update:
• Clarified that airlines, not embassies, are responsible for re-routing passengers during industrial action.
• Added link to the Overseas Business Risk service, covering political and security considerations for firms operating in Czechia.
• Reiterated that the FCDO cannot provide tailored legal advice regarding Czech labour disputes, medical costs or police investigations.
Action items for mobility teams: Refresh pre-departure briefing packs for UK assignees to include the new emergency-contact section. Check that insurance providers recognise Czech public hospitals listed in the FCDO annex. Advise travellers to sign up for e-mail alerts so that any future changes—such as a possible tightening of Schengen border checks—are received automatically.
