Relocate to Prague with AC Private
Bespoke support for French-speakers choosing Prague: housing search, administrative formalities, schooling, professional network and cultural integration.
Housing Search
Our local team identifies the best neighborhoods based on your criteria: Vinohrady for families, Malá Strana for prestige, Karlín for entrepreneurs. Accompanied viewings, lease negotiation, inventory — everything is managed.
Administrative Formalities
Visa, residence permit, birth number (rodné číslo), tax registration, bank account opening — we handle all your Czech administrative procedures with French-speaking contacts.
Schooling & Family Life
Enrollment at the French Lycée in Prague, international schools (ISP, Riverside, PORG), bilingual nurseries. Extracurricular activities, French-speaking pediatricians, trusted babysitting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Prague neighborhoods for French-speaking expats?
Vinohrady and Dejvice are favored by French-speaking families for their proximity to the French Lycée and quality of life. Malá Strana offers the prestige of the diplomatic quarter. Karlín attracts entrepreneurs with its dynamism and coworking spaces. Smíchov combines accessibility and modernity. Our team guides you based on your budget, family situation and workplace.
What administrative steps are needed to settle in Prague?
For EU citizens: registration at the foreign police (OAMP) within 30 days, obtaining a birth number (rodné číslo), tax registration and bank account opening. For non-EU: long-stay visa application, then residence permit. AC Private supports you at every step with specialized French-speaking translators and lawyers.
How does the cost of living in Prague compare to Paris?
Prague remains significantly more affordable than Paris: rents 40-60% lower, dining 50% cheaper, public transport at €25/month. However, premium neighborhoods (Malá Strana, upper Vinohrady) show prices approaching Western European standards. A couple can live comfortably in Prague with an all-inclusive budget of €3,000-4,500/month.