Three-Hour Queues at Prague Airport After Biometric EES Crash
Interior Ministry Hotlines Go Silent Until 2 January, Imperilling January Permit Renewals
Biometric Entry/Exit System Crash Triggers 3-Hour Queues at Prague Airport
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Interior Ministry Switches Off Immigration Hotlines Until 2 January, Disrupting Permit Renewals
Czechia’s Interior Ministry has taken its main immigration hotlines offline from 22 December until 2 January for maintenance and holidays. The shutdown coincides with the busiest renewal season for work and residence permits, forcing employers to rely on e-mail, in-person visits and third-party providers to keep applications on schedule.
Germany Extends Land-Border Checks with Czechia to 15 March 2026
Germany has prolonged its temporary land-border checks, including the Czech frontier, until 15 March 2026. Random inspections will continue to create unpredictable delays for business travellers, commuters and freight, requiring Czech companies to adjust schedules and ensure employees carry comprehensive documentation.