Glossary
občanka
Pronounced ob-chan-ka
In one line
The Czech national identity card, held by citizens.
Where you meet it
Forms and staff often ask for an občanka by default. As a foreign national you show your passport or residence card instead.
The fuller explanation
Officially občanský průkaz. Foreign residents hold a biometric residence card or a registration certificate rather than an občanka, and these are accepted in its place.
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Last checked: 1 August 2026
Explanations are written for orientation, not as legal advice. Last checked 1 August 2026.