Introduction

The Czech Republic is one of the European Union's newest members, having joined the bloc in 2004 along with 9 other nations.

The Czech Republic is one of the more active new-member states in trying to attract foreign labor and alleviate its impending demographic problems caused by an aging population and a dwindling working-age labor force.

The country is also active in trying to attract foreign investment and encourages new businesses -- both domestic and foreign-owned.

Living and Working in the Czech Republic