To help you navigate the visa application process smoothly, here are some essential details:

• Visa Processing Time: The visa process for the Czech Republic may take some time. We strongly recommend that you start gathering information as soon as possible. Being well-informed about the process ensures that you are fully aware of what lies ahead.
• Information Resources: The best source of information for what you need for the visa process is the Czech embassy in your country. They can provide the most relevant details about the visa application process. A summary can also be found in the International Student Visa Guide.
• Our Assistance: While we are here to assist you in obtaining your visa, please note that we are unable to facilitate appointments and our role and possibilities are rather limited.
• Student Visa Mode: The Student Visa Mode was set up by the Czech Government to simplify the visa process for students from selected countries who have been accepted to study at universities. After successfully passing the entrance exams, we will contact eligible applicants with more information. Being on the Student Mode list doesn't guarantee visa approval. If a student fails to provide all necessary documents during the interview, they will be taken off the Student Mode list, and they won't be considered for inclusion again. For list of eligible countries, see the Visa Requirements section of the MUNI website.

Brno offers a high quality of life for quite an affordable price. The cost of living in Brno is slightly lower in the Czech Republic compared to other EU countries, and you will be able to live comfortably without spending large sums of money. The monthly cost of shared university housing is between 120-215 EUR, private apartment would be for a monthly price of €200–400. Monthly public transportation pass is 11 EUR for students under 26, 22 EUR for students over 26. These websites are quite good for getting a better idea of the real cost of living in Brno: Expatistan or Numbeo.

To pay your tuition fees, you have several options: card, bank transfer, Convera, or cash. Regardless of the method you choose, all payments must start through the specific link to the MUNI Shopping Center provided by your admissions coordinator.

Convera: Bank transfer and online payment platform

You can use the Convera GlobalPay platform to pay student fees by bank transfer, credit card, or through a wide range of local online payment options including Alipay, UnionPay, India Bank Transfer, and more, without incurring any transaction charges.

The Convera GlobalPay platform allows students, their families, or their sponsors to pay student fees in the currency of choice, providing a simple and secure way to initiate the payment.

Quick guide to using the platform

To use the platform, follow these instructions:

1. Enter/select the country you are paying from.
2. Enter the amount to pay in CZK.
3. Select ‘Get a quote’.
4. Select 'Show more options' at the bottom of the screen to view all options, including CZK if your local currency is not available.
5. Select one of the options and enter the student/payer details.

If you choose to pay by bank transfer, use the payment instructions provided to make your payment through your bank (at branch, online, or phone banking). If you select an online payment option, you will be redirected to complete your payment.

Variable symbol (invoice number)

You will find this number in your payment instructions as the "variable symbol identifier." Be sure to include this variable symbol identifier with your payment to facilitate the accurate pairing of your payment with your account.

HOW TO INCLUDE THE VARIABLE SYMBOL ON THE CONVERA PLATFORM

You don’t type in just the variable symbol; the variable symbol must be preceded by the letters VS. For example: VS0123456789.

Benefits of using the platform

Using the Convera GlobalPay platform has many benefits for you, including:

• Peace of mind that Masaryk University will receive the full amount you pay with no deductions
• The ability to pay fees by bank transfer or an online payment option specific to your country
• Payment tracking so you can follow your payment every step of the way
• Transparent rates, guaranteed for 72 hours, with no additional fees
• Favourable exchange rates compared to most banks
• An intuitive, mobile-friendly interface for a seamless payment experience
• Multiple language options: French, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Indonesian, English, Spanish, Hindi, Japanese, and Arabic
• A customer support service team dedicated to students