About Czech Republic's Correctional System
Czech Republic's correctional system is managed by the Vězeňská služba České republiky. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Czech Republic, contact US Embassy Czech Republic at +420 257 022 000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Czech Republic Resources & Legal Services
Key Czech Republic Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vězeňská služba České republiky | Czech Republic | +420-234-660-111 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Czech Republic | Czech Republic | +420 257 022 000 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
Showing 6 facilities in Czech Republic
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Main prison in the Czech Republic's second largest city in Moravia. Houses remand and sentenced prisoners from the Brno judicial district.
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High-security castle prison in M�rov. One of the oldest Czech prisons operating since the 18th century. Used to hold top Nazi war criminals after WWII. Now houses dangerous long-term sentenced offenders.
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Major prison in western Bohemia. Large facility housing sentenced male offenders. Operated by the Prison Service of the Czech Republic.
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Czech Republic's most famous prison. Located in the Pankr�c district of Prague. Has operated since 1889. Was used by the Nazis during WWII to hold Czech resistance fighters. Houses remand prisoners and those serving sentences up to 3 years. Contains a guillotine execution chamber now preserved as a memorial.
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Remand prison in Ruzyn? district of Prague near the international airport. Houses pre-trial detainees from the Prague judicial district.
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High-security prison in Valdice in Bohemia. Known as the Cartouche because of its circular shape. Houses the most dangerous convicted criminals in the Czech penal system including those sentenced to life imprisonment.
Czech Republic Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Czech Republic, contact US Embassy Czech Republic at +420 257 022 000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Czech Republic at +420 257 022 000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Czech Republic. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Česká advokátní komora for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Czech Republic. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Czech Republic facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.