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Living & working in Prague

Prague offers Central Europe's best urban quality of life at 40–50% below Paris or Amsterdam — though rents have risen sharply since 2020.

€957median 1-bed rent
€900–1,150typical range
Cheapcost of living
YesCzech Republic nomad visa

What it costs to live in Prague

Typical monthly costs, June 2026.

1-bed rent, city centre (avg)€1,030
1-bed rent, outside centre (avg)€883
Typical rent range€900–1,150
Monthly transport pass~€21
Inexpensive meal~€9
Utilities (85m²)~€273

Sources: Numbeo — Prague · LivingCost — Prague. Verified 2026-06-21.

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Staying legally in Czech Republic

Živnostenský list (trade licence) + long-term residence.

RouteŽivnostenský list (trade licence) + long-term residence
Income requiredProof of sufficient funds (freelance route)
DurationUp to 3 years total

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Hiring in Prague

Live openings & where to look.

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