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Applying to the Labor Office CZ? You don’t have to do it alone.
Want to learn Czech and apply for retraining support? At ICJ, we’ll explain the process in clear, everyday language, help with the paperwork and prepare the documents provided by the school. You can focus on your goal: better Czech and new opportunities at work.
We’ll help you find your way, one step at a time. No need to worry.
Dealing with public offices in another language can be challenging. We’ll explain everything clearly, show you which documents you may need and stay available if questions come up. We’ll also be clear about the steps you need to take yourself.
How ICJ can help
- Discuss which course and learning format may suit you.
- Explain the requirements and application steps.
- Prepare a price confirmation and documents from the school.
- Help you understand the forms and attachments.
- Explain what the Labor Office CZ may ask for about your profession and Czech level.
- Help you understand a request for additional documents.
What you need to do yourself
- Register with the relevant Labor Office CZ.
- Provide accurate personal details and documents.
- Sign and submit the retraining application.
- Respond to messages from the Labor Office CZ.
- Attend any meetings you’re invited to.
- Meet attendance requirements and other course obligations.
What the Labor Office CZ decides
- Whether a specific retraining course is suitable and necessary.
- Whether the documents you submit are sufficient.
- Whether support is appropriate based on your career prospects and available funding.
- Whether to approve or reject the application.
- Any additional requirements you may need to meet.
The ICJ cannot influence the final decision.
First, we’ll make sure you know what to expect.
A retraining application involves more than one form. You’ll need to choose the right course, show your current Czech level and explain how the course can help you at work.
- We’ll explain the requirements in a clear, straightforward way.
- We’ll prepare the documents issued by ICJ.
- We’ll help you make a list of personal documents to gather.
- Before the course starts, we’ll go through the agreement, attendance requirements and exam with you.
Our approach: honest information and practical support, not empty promises.
Eight steps to apply – and support at every stage
From your first consultation to the start of your course, we’ll walk you through the process and explain what each party is responsible for.
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Choose the right course together
We’ll discuss your current Czech level, work goals and whether you’d prefer online or in-person classes. We’ll explain the entry requirements for M2 and M3 and help you understand which language documents may be needed.
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We’ll help you understand Labor Office CZ registration
To apply for support, you need to be registered with the Labor Office CZ as a jobseeker or someone interested in employment. We’ll explain the difference, point you to the official information and help you prepare for registration.
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We’ll prepare the documents together
We’ll provide the documents issued by ICJ, including a price confirmation. We’ll go through the list of attachments, explain the “Interest in a Selected Retraining Course” form and help check that your application is clear and complete.
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We’ll help explain why you need Czech at work
Together, we’ll explain how better Czech can help you find or keep a job. If you’re employed, we’ll tell you what an employer’s confirmation may need to include.
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Submit your application with a clear plan
We’ll show you the steps and deadlines, remind you what to check before submitting and help you understand any request for more documents. We recommend applying at least 30 days before the course starts.
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We’ll help you prepare for an interview
We can practise common questions with you: what kind of job you’re looking for, what you find difficult in Czech and why you need this course.
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We’ll explain the decision and what happens next
The Labor Office CZ assesses each application individually. If it asks for additional documents, we’ll help explain what’s needed and prepare the school documents. If your application is approved, we’ll help you arrange the practical details of starting the course.
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We’ll support you during your studies, too
Before classes begin, we’ll explain attendance, exams and the course agreement. We’ll remind you to meet your Labor Office CZ requirements, check your messages and report important changes.
What should you prepare? We’ll make it clear.
You don’t need to memorise the whole list now. During a consultation, we’ll help you sort out which documents come from ICJ, which you need to provide and what else the Labor Office CZ may ask for.
Documents and information for your application
- “Interest in a Selected Retraining Course” form.
- Confirmation from ICJ with the course price and details.
- Proof of your previous Czech level, if requested.
- Information about your education and work experience.
- An explanation of how Czech can help you find or keep a job.
- A letter from your employer, if relevant.
- Depending on your situation, documents related to the recognition of foreign qualifications.
Your local Labor Office CZ will confirm the exact list of documents. An ICJ language assessment may not replace proof required by the Labor Office CZ.
We’ll explain everything before you sign
The process includes an agreement to take part in the retraining course. Before you sign, we’ll explain the course length, attendance requirements, final exam and situations in which you may have to pay for the course.
Administrative fee: ICJ’s internal information says a one-off fee of CZK 300 is payable when signing the agreement. We’ll confirm the amount and payment terms in advance.
We help with the paperwork. The Labor Office CZ decides on funding.
ICJ can explain the process, prepare documents issued by the school, help you understand the forms and guide you along the way. This does not mean that we represent the Labor Office CZ, guarantee approval or submit the application for you.
The Labor Office CZ assesses your work goals, previous retraining, Czech level and the value of the course for your career. In 2026, its official information prioritises certain professions and limits support for language retraining. Check the current requirements with the Labor Office CZ before applying.
FAQ
Answers to help you feel confident
It’s okay to ask questions. We want you to know what happens next and who can help.
No. Registering as a jobseeker or someone interested in employment is your responsibility. We’ll explain the steps, point you to official information and help you prepare your application. You register in person and confirm that your details are accurate.
We’ll explain the steps and attachments and prepare documents issued by ICJ. We can help you check that nothing is missing, but you submit the application and are responsible for your information.
According to ICJ’s current offer, M1 courses, both online and in person, are self-funded. You can apply to have selected M2 and M3 courses covered. The outcome depends on current Labor Office CZ rules, the specific course and an individual assessment.
According to information published in March 2026, the Labor Office CZ limits Czech language retraining support to one course per person. A different vocational course may not automatically rule out another application. Check your situation with a Labor Office CZ representative.
If you meet the requirements, you may be registered as someone interested in employment. A letter from your employer explaining why you need Czech for your role may help, but it does not guarantee funding.
We’ll help assess your starting level for M2 or M3. However, the Labor Office CZ may require separate proof of previous language study. An ICJ assessment alone may not be enough for funding.
No. ICJ provides guidance and practical help with the paperwork. The Labor Office CZ alone decides whether to approve your application and whether funding is available.
According to ICJ’s current internal information, a one-off administrative fee of CZK 300 is payable when signing the retraining agreement. We’ll explain what it covers and when it is due before you sign. We recommend confirming this fee internally before publication.
Depending on the agreement and applicable law, you may have to pay all or part of the course fee if you do not finish or meet the requirements. Before you sign, we’ll explain attendance, the final exam and any possible consequences.
You don’t have to take the first step alone. Get in touch.
Tell us whether you’re looking for M2 or M3, what your Czech level is and whether you prefer online or in-person classes. We’ll look at your options together and explain what you’ll need and what to do next.
We’ll help you navigate the paperwork, explain the requirements honestly and support you as you get ready to study.
ICJ – Institute of Foreign Languages
Retraining Centre · Information current as of October 2026. Funding depends on current requirements and an individual decision by the Labor Office CZ. ICJ provides administrative support, not a guarantee of payment.
Official sources: Self-Selected Retraining · Integration of Foreigners · CzechUp
