Hotel-occupancy data released by CzechTourism on 27 February show that 108,000 Indian nationals stayed in Czechia in 2025—a 12.38 % jump on 2024 and just shy of the pre-pandemic record. (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com) The growth is fuelled by travellers venturing beyond Prague to Brno, Český Krumlov and South Moravia’s wine region, reflecting a shift toward multi-city itineraries.
To support demand and cut an eight-week appointment backlog at the New Delhi embassy, the Czech government confirmed it will reopen its Mumbai Consulate in April 2026 after a 15-year hiatus. The post will issue short-stay Schengen visas within ten working days and add 6,000 monthly slots—an increase of 40 % in peak season capacity. CzechTourism plans joint roadshows with VFS Global to familiarise Indian trade partners with the new application channel. (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
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For applicants who want extra peace of mind, VisaHQ can help smooth the entire process. Its Czech Republic page (https://www.visahq.com/czech-republic/) offers real-time requirement checks, document-preparation guidance and optional courier pickup, allowing travelers and mobility teams to catch errors before embassy appointments and to keep applications moving even as demand surges.
For corporates, the extra capacity is significant: India is Czechia’s fastest-growing non-European source of IT specialists on local contracts, and delayed visa appointments have already pushed some start dates into Q3 2026. Faster processing should reduce project slippage and lower the need for costly assignment-contingency plans.
Travel managers should note that the Schengen visa fee remains €80, but biometrics must be provided in person. Companies moving groups for incentives or conferences are advised to secure blocks as soon as the Mumbai appointment calendar opens in late March. Meanwhile, CzechTourism will launch an India-facing B2B portal offering region-specific sample itineraries and commuter-rail timetables to encourage dispersion beyond the capital. (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
To support demand and cut an eight-week appointment backlog at the New Delhi embassy, the Czech government confirmed it will reopen its Mumbai Consulate in April 2026 after a 15-year hiatus. The post will issue short-stay Schengen visas within ten working days and add 6,000 monthly slots—an increase of 40 % in peak season capacity. CzechTourism plans joint roadshows with VFS Global to familiarise Indian trade partners with the new application channel. (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
For applicants who want extra peace of mind, VisaHQ can help smooth the entire process. Its Czech Republic page (https://www.visahq.com/czech-republic/) offers real-time requirement checks, document-preparation guidance and optional courier pickup, allowing travelers and mobility teams to catch errors before embassy appointments and to keep applications moving even as demand surges.
For corporates, the extra capacity is significant: India is Czechia’s fastest-growing non-European source of IT specialists on local contracts, and delayed visa appointments have already pushed some start dates into Q3 2026. Faster processing should reduce project slippage and lower the need for costly assignment-contingency plans.
Travel managers should note that the Schengen visa fee remains €80, but biometrics must be provided in person. Companies moving groups for incentives or conferences are advised to secure blocks as soon as the Mumbai appointment calendar opens in late March. Meanwhile, CzechTourism will launch an India-facing B2B portal offering region-specific sample itineraries and commuter-rail timetables to encourage dispersion beyond the capital. (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
