Czech Republic
Warnings and insurance
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
Shooting in Prague
There has been a shooting incident in the centre of Prague, at the Faculty of Arts at the Charles University. If you are in the vicinity, follow the advice of local authorities.
UK nationals in need of consular assistance can get in touch with the Embassy online.
or by phone: + 420 257 402 111
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:
- advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
- information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers
Follow and contact FCDO travel on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can also sign up to get email notifications when this advice is updated.
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Update history
2024-07-26 10:39
Updated assessment that terrorist attacks in the Czech Republic cannot be ruled out (‘Safety and security’ page)
2024-05-10 11:34
This travel advice was reviewed for style and accuracy.
2024-03-08 13:17
Information on taxis from Prague airport and notice that the Prague public transport information and journey planner is now also available in English (‘Safety and security’ page).
2023-12-22 09:30
Removal of information on a shooting incident in Prague (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2023-12-21 16:08
Update on a shooting incident in Prague (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
2023-09-08 15:36
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.
2023-06-22 10:07
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.
2023-06-08 09:14
Removal of information about the 7 June 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League Final between West Ham and Fiorentina in Prague (‘Summary’ page).
2023-06-05 13:50
Information about the 7 June 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League Final between West Ham and Fiorentina in Prague (‘Summary’).
2022-08-23 09:51
Updated information on Covid vaccination (‘Coronavirus’ page), possible protests (‘Safety and security’ page) and local travel (‘Local laws and customs’ page)
2022-06-08 12:20
Updated information about surrogacy (‘Local laws and customs’ page)
2022-05-12 15:19
Clarification about current passport validity (‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-05-09 15:40
Updated information on wearing masks (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2022-04-14 11:25
Updated information on wearing masks in public spaces and electronic vignettes (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)
2022-04-08 20:18
New information on the relaxation of Covid entry requirements (See ‘Entry requirements’ page)
2022-03-14 12:00
New information on the requirement to wear “respirator” face masks (‘Coronavirus’ page)
2022-03-04 07:10
New information on the state of emergency declared on 3 March (See ‘Safety and Security’ page)
2022-02-18 15:36
Updated information on entry requirements for travellers who are fully vaccinated, unvaccinated and who have previously had COVID-19 (‘Entry requirements’ page)