Nostrification & Visa

Nostrification

At NEWTON University, we are committed to making your journey to higher education as smooth as possible. Starting from March 1, 2025, as part of an amendment to the Czech Higher Education Act, we are pleased to announce a new, streamlined way for international students to complete the nostrification process.

Under this new regulation, students enrolling in a bachelor’s degree program at NEWTON University will no longer need to go through regional education authorities for nostrification. Instead, we will handle the process internally, allowing for faster processing times and more direct support.

What is nostrification?

Nostrification is the process by which international students demonstrate that their secondary education is equivalent to the Czech secondary education system, which culminates in the school-leaving (maturita) examination. This is a mandatory step for all students enrolling in bachelor’s degree programs at universities in the Czech Republic.

Required documents for nostrification

To verify that your secondary education meets the necessary requirements, please submit the following documents:

1. Proof of successful completion of secondary education (high school diploma)

  • Format: Original or certified copy
  • It is preferable if the document is in English, multilingual (including English), or officially translated into English or Czech.

2. Confirmation of school authorisation

  • Format: Official confirmation from the school or relevant authority stating that the school is authorised to provide secondary education.
  • This confirmation may be combined with the document listed below and should be in English or officially translated into English or Czech.

3. Confirmation of eligibility for admission to higher education

  • Format: Official confirmation from the school or relevant authority stating that your secondary education qualifies you for admission to a bachelor’s degree program in your country.
  • If this information is included in your high school diploma, a separate confirmation is not necessary.
  • This confirmation should be in English or officially translated into English or Czech.

How to submit documents

Once you have gathered all the required documents, please submit them directly to our Admissions Office. We will review your documents and process your nostrification as part of your application for admission to NEWTON University.

Why choose NEWTON University for your nostrification?

  • Faster processing: The process is handled directly by NEWTON University, ensuring quicker turnaround times.
  • Expert support: Our team will assist you every step of the way to ensure your documents meet the required standards.
  • Streamlined process: With all procedures conducted in-house, you can focus on preparing for your studies rather than navigating through additional bureaucratic steps.

We look forward to welcoming you to NEWTON University and supporting you through this simplified process. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact our Admissions Office.

Visa

If you live outside the European Union, and you’re intending to study in-person in Czechia, you’ll need to apply for a visa. You submit your visa application at the Embassy or Consulate General of the Czech Republic abroad, usually in your country of citizenship. You can see a list of Czechia’s Embassies and Consulates here. 

In order to apply for a visa, you’ll need to provide the following: 

  • Completed application form
  • One photograph (requirements the same as for standard passport photographs)
  • Travel documents
  • Proof of accommodation in Czechia
  • Confirmation of university enrollment (this will be issued by NEWTON)
  • Proof of funds
  • Parental consent, in the case of  minors
  • Criminal Record Certificate, or an equivalent document (translated into Czech)
  • Proof of medical insurance

Full details of the application requirements can be found on the website of the Ministry of Interior. 

Please be advised that the usual application process can take up to 60 days. Due to the pandemic, the waiting lists for processing applications might be longer than usual, so we therefore advise you to start processing your visa application as soon as possible.