Expat Life Guides
Ahoj, Monday! 5 tips for surviving the week ahead in Czechia
Close out Christmas and step up your resolutions, lose yourself in Nordic film, and travel smarter this week in Czechia.
Christmas trees are piling up in Prague streets – here's the proper disposal
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Improper disposal of Christmas trees is reportedly on the rise this year, with trees often left on streets or placed in non-designated containers.
'Leave your biases at home': Expats share advice for Prague newcomers
We asked internationals in Prague which core advice they would give to people moving to the Czech capital in 2025: the responses were fascinating.
Start strong in 2025: Essential services in Prague to build healthy habits
Achieve your goals this year with personalized services in Prague—from fitness and nutrition to career coaching and wellness.
Price Czech: Public transport fares jump nationwide—where will you pay most?
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Some regions across the country will see fares rise by over 30 percent: read our guide to see if you'll be hit by the hikes.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 tips for surviving the week ahead in Czechia
Beware icy conditions and metro shutdowns, stop scrolling and pick up a book, and find out where to swap your unwanted stuff this week.
Same-sex partnership law takes effect in Czechia: What are your rights as a foreigner?
Czechia's new same-sex partnership amendment will impact expats, too. Got questions? This overview of the new rules can help.
The rules for returns in Czechia: How to take back unwanted holiday gifts
While you can return goods within a certain time period, there are a few important rules to follow, according to the Czech Trade Inspectorate.
Gear up for 2025: What you need to know about driving in Czechia this year
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This year, you'll pay more for highway stamps, and expect to see changes in digitization systems and insurance in Czechia.
VISUALIZED: How Expats.cz readers felt about life in Czechia in 2024
From post-election fears, to cost of living hikes, this year was a challenging ones for expats, if our polls are any indication. Here's how you weighed in.
OVERVIEW: Which new laws and rules go into effect in Czechia in 2025?
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A host of new legislation next year will affect large areas of your daily life, including employment law and finances: here's everything you need to know.
Czech economy expected to grow in 2025: What it means for your wallet
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Taming inflation, low unemployment, rising wages, and falling interest rates could drive economic growth, according to analysts.
What 'hot topics' did Expats.cz readers care most about in 2024?
Looking back at our reader polls throughout the year, these are the topics you cared most about in 2024.
Czech holiday calendar 2025: How many days will you get off next year?
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In 2025, Czechia will see 10 out of 13 public holidays fall on weekdays, guaranteeing extra time off for much of the Czech workforce.
Celebrating Christmas in atheist Czechia: A surprisingly spiritual experience
A new book explores how Christmas in Czechia embraces ancient pagan and Catholic traditions despite its reputation as one of Europe’s most atheistic.
New bills set out to end dual taxation for Americans abroad, increase benefits
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Two recent developments in US politics spell good news for Americans abroad, who may soon be free from filing an annual US tax return.
Christmas and New Year's 2024: Shop closures and transport changes in Czechia
Be aware of store closures and changes to the capital's public transport schedule between Dec. 24 and New Year's Day: here's everything you need to know.
