Brits in the Czech Republic

29/05/2026

We would like to thank Colonel Paul Morris for his exceptional leadership of BMATT in the Czech Republic and for everything he has done to strengthen UK-Czech defence cooperation.
And we warmly welcome Colonel Steve Garmory as the new Commander of BMATT Czech Republic.👋

The British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT) has been based in the Czech Republic for 26 years. Over that time, its instructors have trained more than 13,000 soldiers from over 30 countries - a great example of UK–Czech cooperation we are really proud of 🇬🇧🇨🇿

18/05/2026

🤝 In cooperation with Policie České republiky, eGATEs are expanding to selected third-country nationals on departures outside Schengen, now including UK travellers 🇬🇧 - a move welcomed by Britské velvyslanectví v Praze - British Embassy Prague 🙌

14/05/2026

Prague Fringe is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year 🎭

Inspired by Edinburgh Fringe, the festival has become a key part of Prague’s international cultural scene over the past quarter century.

From 22–30 May, Malá Strana will host 58 performances from 16 countries, including 20 🇬🇧 shows. Expect theatre, stand-up, music, spoken word and more – all within walking distance.

This year also marks a return to the festival’s Scottish roots, with a special Scottish Season. Tickets are available 👉 https://www.praguefringe.com/

07/04/2026

We’ve got a film tip for you!

As part of the 33rd edition of Dny evropského filmu / Days of European Film, we are presenting 🇬🇧 film Straight Circle

This absurd comedy debut by Oscar Hudson exposes the senselessness of war conflicts.

Starring: Neil Maskell, Elliott Tittensor, Luke Tittensor, Fiona Ramsay, Camilla Waldman

Language: English with Czech subtitles

📍 Prague – Světozor – 09/04 – 20:15
📍 Ostrava – Minikino – 09/04 – 17:00
📍 Šumperk – Kino Oko – 16/04 – 18:00

More info 👉 https://www.eurofilmfest.cz/films/139

25/02/2026

Do you have questions about ETA and what it means for dual nationals? 🤔

You can find answers to the most frequently asked questions here 👇

Frequently asked questions about travelling to the UK as a British-Czech dual national.

05/02/2026

✈️Update on EU lanes at Prague Airport ✈️

Signage has been updated to make it clear that UK citizens with Czech residency status can use the EU lanes 🙌

17/12/2025

Great news for young people! 🎉

Studying abroad will become more accessible again 💪

🇪🇺&🇬🇧 have agreed that the UK will join the Erasmus+ programme in 2027, opening up new opportunities for study, training and international exchanges across sectors 🎓

More info 👇

The UK and EU have agreed that the UK will join the Erasmus+ scheme in 2027, along with further progress in other areas of the UK-EU reset.

02/12/2025

🎮 Game Developers Session – the oldest game industry festival in Central Europe will welcome four 🇬🇧 studios this year:

Huey Games
Sponge Hammer Games
Mad Moon Studios
Slap-Bang Studios

Join us too! On December 5–6, the Congress Center will feature plenty of workshops, and many additional events. Don’t miss this unique opportunity! 🙌

More 👉 https://gdsprague.com/index.php

19/11/2025

Come and have a laugh with 🇬🇧 artists! 🎭

More info 👉 https://www.praguefringe.com/programme/

12/11/2025

You don’t need a licence to kill, just a licence to drive! 🏎️

🔹 start date: 2.1.2026

👉 https://tinyurl.com/jhx7fpzx