Main information
The jobseekers register is a service that helps individuals seeking assistance from the Labour Office of the Czech Republic to find suitable employment. A jobseeker may also be a person who is currently employed, but is at risk of losing their job or wishes to find employment elsewhere.
A jobseeker registration application may be submitted at any branch of the Labour Office of the Czech Republic.
This applies to you if
You, as an individual, wish to change employment or are at risk of losing your current job.
When to use this service
You may use the service if you wish to change employment or are at risk of losing your job.
You will be registered as a jobseeker from the date on which you submit a jobseeker registration application.
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What you need if you are using this service
You need to fill in the jobseeker registration application form.
If you submit a jobseeker registration application to the Labour Office in person, you will require proof of identity (your identity card).
Completing the form is relatively straightforward and usually takes no longer than 15-20 minutes.
Where and how to solve this service
You can submit your application at any contact point of the Labour Office of the Czech Republic.
Contact details for each branch can be found on the Labour Office website under Regional branches.
How much will you pay
None
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What you need if you are using this service
You need to fill in the jobseeker registration application form.
Where and how to solve this service
You can submit your application via the Integrated Portal of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs.
Completing the form is relatively straightforward and usually takes no longer than 10 minutes.
If you wish to submit the form electronically via the website, you must have a data box or a qualified electronic signature certificate.
You can fill in the form and annexes separately on the Labour Office website – the online form and each of the annexes may be completed and submitted individually. Alternatively, you can fill them in as a single online form with annexes, where you fill in the form and annexes one by one before sending them electronically as a single submission.
How much will you pay
None
Additional information
What is the benefit of this service
You are registered as a jobseeker with the Labour Office of the Czech Republic. The Labour Office contact point helps you to find suitable employment, provides counselling and information on job opportunities, and may arrange retraining.
Appeal options
None
Legislation
Sanctions
None
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual timeframe for processing a jobseeker registration application?
The Labour Office registers applicants immediately or without undue delay after receiving the application. It is committed to processing clients’ requests as quickly as possible.