Czech Interior Minister Asks Brussels to Waive 2026 Migration-Pact Payments
President Pavel Tells PM-Designate Babiš to Clarify Business Ties Amid Coalition’s Anti-Migration Agenda
Eurowings to Restore Weekly Brindisi-Prague Service—More Non-Stop Options for Summer 2026 Planning
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OECD Migration Outlook 2025: Foreign-born workforce in Czechia tops 1 million for the first time
OECD data released on 11 November show that foreign-born residents now exceed 1 million, or 9.9 % of the population, underlining Czechia’s dependence on migrant labour. Employers face growing competition for talent and must navigate evolving quota schemes and stricter compliance rules while policymakers are urged to invest in housing, schools and integration services.
Netherlands prolongs Schengen border checks—Czech hauliers told to expect delays
The Dutch cabinet will keep internal Schengen border checks in place until June 2026. Czech trucking firms and business travellers using Dutch gateways should plan for possible inspections and minor delays, adding compliance steps and buffer time to itineraries.
Eurowings adds direct Brindisi–Prague service, widening South-East Italy links for Czech corporates
Eurowings will open a weekly Brindisi–Prague route from June 2026, announced on 11 November. The flight shortens travel times between Czechia and South-East Italy, benefiting both tourists and companies with operations in Apulia’s energy and aerospace sectors.
Czech Embassy in The Hague to close on 17 November—mobility teams should reschedule visa appointments
The Czech Embassy in The Hague will not provide routine consular services on 17 November due to a Czech public holiday. Visa and legalisation appointments must be rescheduled to avoid project delays.