Submission of criminal records for the Working Holiday Visa of Czech Republic

Redaccion de Volare | April 26, 2026

Security and legal integrity are fundamental pillars for the Ministry of the Interior when evaluating candidates for the international mobility program. The authorities of the Czech Republic apply differentiated evaluation criteria for the accreditation of good conduct, based strictly on the terms of reciprocity of each bilateral treaty.

Strict requirements for Japan and South Korea

Citizens of Japan and South Korea are under the most rigorous regulatory framework in this matter. For these applicants, presenting a simple affidavit is not sufficient. It is mandatory to submit a physical police certificate duly apostilled, issued by their country of origin and by any other State where they have resided for a period exceeding 6 months during the last 3 years.

This requirement ensures complete traceability of the applicant's conduct on an international level before granting access to Czech territory.

Flexibility and discretionary power for other nations

Conversely, the current treaties for Australia, Canada, Chile, Israel, New Zealand, Peru, and Taiwan contemplate a simplified process. In principle, for these nationalities, it is sufficient to present a written affidavit where the interested party confirms under oath that they do not possess a criminal record.

However, it is imperative to highlight that the consulate or the Embassy of the Czech Republic maintains the discretionary power to demand the physical police certificate at any time during the process if it deems it relevant for the resolution of the case. Therefore, applicants are recommended to have clarity regarding their legal history to avoid administrative setbacks.

Logistical coordination and the return ticket

Compliance with good conduct requirements is the step prior to the confirmation of the stay. At the time of the interview, the consular authority will verify the total coherence of the application, including the feasibility of the return. It is mandatory to demonstrate possession of the return ticket or the financial solvency to acquire the return ticket once the year of exchange is over.

Transparency in the declaration of records, added to solid logistical foresight regarding the return ticket, are the elements that guarantee a positive evaluation by migration officers.

For more details on the complete process and country-specific specifications, you can visit the Working Holiday Visa of Czech Republic section on our portal.