Resources

This guide, updated by the Arts and Theatre Institute thanks to the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Czech Republic, is dedicated to the funding opportunities for international cultural exchange between the Czech Republic and the world and it is based on the two respective editions from 2011 and 2018.

Socio-Historical Context, Mapping of Existing Projects and Obstacles

The study explores the relationships between countries in Central and Eastern Europe and the African continent from the perspective of cultural cooperation. The research draws on case studies, interviews with cultural sector stakeholders, policy documents and strategies, as well as an analysis of support structures in individual countries across the region. The result is a mosaic of experiences, strategies, challenges, and opportunities that reveals not only the strengths but also the blind spots of current approaches to cultural exchange beyond the framework of the European Union.

The study is part of the research strand of the project Deconfining Arts, Culture and Policies in Europe and Africa, funded by the Creative Europe Culture programme (2022–2026).

This guide highlights the key challenges related to employment and immigration for Third-Country National artists in the EU. While the EU has some shared rules, there are no specific laws tailored to artists. In the first instance, and in line with the approach of this series of cookbooks, the focus of this publication is on the European rules related to third-country nationals working (temporarily) in the EU.

A bilateral checklist to support artists and cultural professionals with the legal and administrative procedures related to their projects across these countries. The checklist is in English.

A bilateral checklist to support artists and cultural professionals with the legal and administrative procedures related to their projects across these countries. The checklist is in German.

A bilateral checklist to support artists and cultural professionals with the legal and administrative procedures related to their projects across these countries. The checklist is in Czech.

The MIP Handbook facilitates access to administrative information for mobile artists and culture professionals in EU countries and internationally

Visas for third country national artists travelling to the schengen area, 2020 updated edition. 

For musicians and ensembles travelling with musical instruments containing protected species.

The Arts Infopoint UK Visa Guide is a comprehensive guide to the visa entry routes available to those planning a creative visit to the UK.

Artist taxation in an international context - 2021 updated version. 

The Ultimate Cookbook for Cultural Managers - VAT in an international context, updated 2021.

The Ultimate Cookbook for Cultural Managers - Social Security in an International Context, updated in 2021.

This guide will walk you through the basics of copyright legislation and explain the main principles. It gives an overview of the stakeholders involved in the copyright chain and provides both practical insights and tips on how to handle the clearance process and contract negotiations.

Expat Centre Prague has prepared practical guides for students and workers coming to Prague from abroad. The online guides help expats to navigate through visas and residence permits, education, healthcare and other areas.

Expat Centre Prague has prepared practical guides for students and workers coming to Prague from abroad. The online guides help expats to navigate through visas and residence permits, education, healthcare and other areas.

Expat Centre Prague has prepared practical guides for students and workers coming to Prague from abroad. The online guides help expats to navigate through visas and residence permits, education, healthcare and other areas.