Czech ID Card 2025: application, eObčanka, photo, price
Official guide to Czech ID card ✓ eObčanka digital identity ✓ 100 CZK
Last updated: | Next revision: August 1, 2025
✓ Official sources: All links point directly to Czech authorities. eObčanka and digital identity are now mandatory for all public services! CZ leader in EU digitalization 2025!
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Complete guide for Czech ID card 2025. ID card, eObčanka digital identity, prices and application process. Especially popular among American tech workers in Prague and Brno.
Compare with other EU countries:
Slovakia (33 EUR),
Poland (60 PLN),
Germany (37 EUR),
Austria (61.50 EUR).
🆕 New 2025: eDoklady mobile app - your ID card in your phone! CZ first in EU with full mobile identity ✨
💡 Insider tip: Avoid offices in Prague and Brno city centers. Try smaller cities like Kladno, Plzeň or České Budějovice for shorter queues.
"eObčanka changed my life in Czechia! Digital signature, online government services, everything from mobile. Incredible!"
– Mark, software engineer from Google Prague
ℹ️ Czech Republic ID Card 2025
The ID card is the official identification document issued by the Ministry of Interior of the Czech Republic. It serves for identification in CZ and travel within EU/Schengen. Now with integrated eObčanka for digital identity!
"Perfect service! Uploaded photo at 10:00, approved by MV ČR at 10:03. Unbelievable!"
– Tomáš, Senior Developer at Avast Prague
📋 Photo requirements (automatically checked by Rostrio):
• Neutral expression, direct gaze • Light/white background • No glasses (if possible) • No head covering • Format 35x45mm
💳 eObčanka & Digital Identity 2025
🆕 NEW: All digital identities under one roof!
📱 How digital identity works:
Get ID card with chip (eObčanka)
Activate at Czech POINT or online
Download eDoklady app to phone
Or use Bank iD through your bank
Log in to all government services
🎯 What can you do?
Online government - all state services
Digital signature of documents
Data boxes - official communication
eRecept - electronic prescriptions
Tax office - tax returns
⚡ Available methods
eObčanka - chip in ID card
Bank iD - via internet banking
MojeID - OpenID solution
Mobile key - SMS + password
eDoklady - mobile app
🌍 International comparison: Czechia has the most comprehensive digital identity system in EU. Mandatory for all government offices since January 2025!
Start with Employee Card, after 5 years you can apply for permanent residence. Czech citizenship possible after 10 years (dual citizenship allowed!).
Tech companies often help with relocation and visas.
⚡ Express processing - 24 hours to 5 days
Need ID card quickly? Express service available at selected MV ČR offices - perfect for urgent travel!
⏰ Options
Within 24 hours: 1000 CZK
Within 5 business days: 500 CZK
Online booking required
Selected offices only
📋 What you need
Reason for urgency
Valid identification
Biometric photo
Cash/card payment
⚠️ Important: Express service ONLY at MV ČR offices in Prague, Brno, Ostrava, Plzeň and České Budějovice.
Go to obcanky.cz or call 974 820 680.
Choose your office and available time slot. Tip: Monday mornings have the most available slots.
Where can I get biometric photo fastest?
Upload your photo to Rostrio.com
for automatic check according to MV ČR requirements. Done in 3 minutes, 100% approved.
How much does ID card processing cost in total?
ID Card: 100 CZK Photo (Rostrio): ~180 CZK Transport to office: 50-300 CZK eObčanka activation: Free TOTAL: 330-580 CZK (≈ 14-25 EUR)
Can Americans/foreigners get Czech ID card?
No - ID card is only for Czech citizens. Americans need Czech citizenship first (10+ years residence).
Alternative: Employee Card for tech workers, then permanent residence after 5 years.
What's the difference between eObčanka and Bank iD?
eObčanka: Chip in ID card for electronic signature. Bank iD: Digital identity via internet banking. MojeID: OpenID solution by CZ.NIC. eDoklady: Mobile app with ID card in phone.
All work for logging into government services.
How long does ID card processing take?
Standard: 30 days Express 24h: 1 day (1000 CZK) Express 5 days: 5 business days (500 CZK) eObčanka activation: Immediately at Czech POINT
Can I use ID card for travel outside EU?
No - ID card is valid only in EU/Schengen (30+ countries).
For travel to USA, Asia, Africa etc. you need passport.
Note: ID card not valid for UK after Brexit.
What if I lose my ID card abroad?
Contact nearest Czech consulate or embassy immediately.
They can issue emergency travel document for return to CZ.
Tip: Take photo of your ID card and save to cloud before traveling.