For Ukrainians in Czech Republic
Free education and career resources for Ukrainians in Prague
Verified options for language, mentoring, and skills. Every TEEI programme is free and open to 100,000+ Ukrainians already living in Prague.
Language Learning
Free Language Courses in Prague
6 verified programmes for Ukrainians in Prague. TEEI conversation practice is free and online. Local courses are listed alongside.
TEEI Language Programmes
Free, fully online, run by The Educational Equality Institute. Join from anywhere with an internet connection.
TEEI Language Connect
- Language
- English
- Format
- online
- Level
- A1-C2
- Cost
- Free
1-to-1 video practice with volunteer conversation partners
See detailsBabbel (via TEEI)
- Language
- English
- Format
- online
- Level
- A1-B2
- Cost
- Free
Access through TEEI language programme
See detailsLocal Language Courses in Prague
In-person and hybrid courses in Prague. Many are free for refugees through government funding.
Integracni centrum Praha (Integration Centre Prague)
- Language
- Czech
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-B2
- Cost
- Free
Free Czech courses for holders of temporary protection, funded by the Ministry of the Interior
Visit ProviderUrad prace (Labour Office) Czech Language Courses
- Language
- Czech
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-B1
- Cost
- Free
Free Czech language courses provided through the labour office for refugees with temporary protection
Visit ProviderCharles University - Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies (UJOP)
- Language
- Czech
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-C1
- Cost
- Reduced rates for refugees; government scholarships available
Largest Czech language programme in the country, preparatory courses for university admission
Visit ProviderMETA - Association for Opportunities of Young Migrants
- Language
- Czech
- Format
- in-person
- Level
- A1-B2
- Cost
- Free
Free Czech courses and educational counselling for migrants and refugees
Visit ProviderTech Training & Upskilling in Prague
Free and funded training in web development, data, and design. TEEI provides DataCamp access and structured upskilling at no cost.
Google Career Certificates
IT Support, Data Analytics, Project Management, UX Design, Cybersecurity
- Cost
- Free for refugees via scholarship
Czechitas
Web Development, Data Analytics, Testing, Digital Marketing
- Cost
- Free or reduced rates for women and refugees
Leading Czech tech education nonprofit, courses in Czech and English
View ProgrammeGreen Fox Academy Prague
Full-stack Development, Data Science
- Cost
- Scholarships available for refugees
University Access in Prague
Universities in Prague with pathways for Ukrainians: guest auditing, preparatory tracks, online degrees.
Charles University (Univerzita Karlova)
Czech-taught programmes free for all students including refugees
- Eligibility
- Czech language proficiency (B2+) and nostrification of Ukrainian diplomas
- Cost
- Free for Czech-taught programmes
Czech Technical University in Prague (CVUT)
Engineering and IT programmes with refugee support
- Eligibility
- Czech language proficiency and nostrification of prior education
- Cost
- Free for Czech-taught programmes
Kiron Open Higher Education
Online degree pathways for refugees
- Eligibility
- Refugees and displaced persons
- Cost
- Free
Career & Employment
Career Resources for Ukrainians in Prague
Free career mentoring through TEEI, plus local employers, job boards, and counselling services. Technology is Prague's anchor sector.
Major Employers with Refugee Initiatives
Public hiring programmes and integration initiatives for refugees in Prague.
Skoda Auto
Automotive
Refugee Integration ProgrammeActive recruitment of Ukrainian workers, Czech language support provided
View CareersJetBrains
Technology
Refugee Integration ProgrammeDeveloper tools company, Ukrainian and Russian-speaking teams present
View CareersJob Boards & Employment Portals
Where to look for jobs in Prague: refugee-focused boards, government portals, and the major national platforms.
Career Counselling & Mentoring
TEEI Mentorship pairs you with a professional in your field for free, ongoing one-to-one guidance. Local services add qualification-recognition support.
TEEI Mentors for Ukraine
1-to-1 career mentoring with professionals
- Cost
- Free
Urad prace Praha (Labour Office Prague)
Government employment services and job matching
- Cost
- Free
TEEI in Prague
How The Educational Equality Institute Supports Ukrainians in Prague
4 active TEEI programmes serve Ukrainians in Prague and across Czech Republic. Free, online, run with volunteer mentors and language partners over secure video. For the wider picture, see all of Czech Republic or browse by country.
Language Connect
EstablishedMentors for Ukraine
ActiveTEEI Language Courses
EstablishedUpskilling and Employment Programme
ActiveSuccess Stories from Prague
Real outcomes from TEEI participants in Prague.
Community & Support
Ukrainian Community Resources in Prague
Ukrainian community groups, integration counselling, and government refugee services in Prague. Housing, legal advice, document services, cultural events.
Ukrainian Organisations
Ukrajinska iniciativa v Ceske republice (Ukrainian Initiative in CR)
Community organisation and advocacy
- Community networking
- Cultural events
- Advocacy for Ukrainian community
- Information sessions
Generalni konzulat Ukrajiny v Praze (Ukrainian Consulate Prague)
Consular services
- Document services
- Passport renewal
- Legal assistance
Standwithukraine.cz
Humanitarian and community platform
- Housing assistance
- Volunteer coordination
- Donation distribution
Integration & Welfare Support
Integration counselling, family support, employment guidance, housing assistance. Usually free for refugees.
Organizace pro pomoc uprchlikum (OPU)
Refugee legal and social aid
- Legal counselling
- Social work
- Housing support
- Integration programmes
InBaze
Integration and community centre
- Czech language courses
- Social counselling
- Community activities
- Children's programmes
Government Refugee Services
Residence permits, asylum processing, qualification recognition, and integration referrals. Essential for legal status.
Ministerstvo vnitra (Ministry of the Interior) - OAMP
National asylum and migration authority
- Temporary protection (docasna ochrana) registration
- Visa processing
- Residence permit management
Urad prace Praha (Labour Office Prague)
Government employment and social benefits
- Free Czech language courses
- Job matching and placement
- Social benefits for temporary protection holders
- Retraining programmes
Integracni centrum Praha (Prague Integration Centre)
Municipal integration services
- Initial orientation for newcomers
- Czech language courses
- Legal and social counselling
- Employment support
Common Questions
Questions about resources in Prague
The blockers that come up most often. Anything else: contact@theeducationalequalityinstitute.org.
What free Czech language courses are available for Ukrainians in Prague?
Ukrainians in Prague with temporary protection can access free Czech courses at Integracni centrum Praha, through the Urad prace (labour office), and at META. Charles University's UJOP offers reduced-rate intensive Czech courses. TEEI provides free online English conversation practice through Language Connect.
How does temporary protection (docasna ochrana) work in the Czech Republic?
Ukrainians can register for temporary protection at the Ministry of the Interior (OAMP) offices. This grants a residence permit, access to public healthcare, the right to work without a separate work permit, and eligibility for free Czech courses and social benefits. Registration requires a Ukrainian passport or ID.
Are there free tech training programmes for refugees in Prague?
Yes. DataCamp is available free through TEEI for data science and analytics. Czechitas offers free or reduced-rate web development and data courses, especially for women. Google Career Certificates provides refugee scholarships. Green Fox Academy offers coding bootcamp scholarships.
How can I find a job in Prague as a Ukrainian refugee?
Jobs.cz and Prace.cz are the largest Czech job boards. Expats.cz lists English-language positions. The Urad prace (labour office) offers free job matching. TEEI Mentors for Ukraine provides free 1-to-1 career guidance. Skoda Auto and JetBrains actively recruit Ukrainian professionals.
Can Ukrainian refugees study at universities in Prague for free?
Yes. Czech public universities, including Charles University and Czech Technical University, are free for all students enrolled in Czech-taught programmes. You need to pass a Czech language exam (typically B2) and have your Ukrainian diploma nostrified (officially recognised). UJOP offers preparatory courses.
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