Embassy
The Italian Embassy in Prague has been operating since 1919 as Italy’s diplomatic mission in the Czech Republic (Czechoslovakia prior to 1993). The Embassy’s headquarters, Palazzo Thun-Hohenstein, is a prestigious historic building situated in the Malá Strana district.
In accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations of 18 April 1961, the Embassy’s functions include, amongst others:
- representing Italy in the Czech Republic;
- protecting the interests of Italy and its citizens, within the limits permitted by international law;
- conducting negotiations with the Government of the Czech Republic;
- gather information, by all lawful means, on conditions and developments in the country and report back to the Italian State;
- promote friendly relations and develop economic, cultural and scientific ties between Italy and the Czech Republic.
The Embassy also carries out a range of activities aimed at supporting Italian businesses; promoting the regions and attractions of the Italian Peninsula; and fostering greater mutual understanding, primarily through the dissemination of Italian culture and language, in coordination with the Cultural Institute.
Through its Consular Section, the Italian Embassy in Prague also provides a range of consular services to Italian citizens and foreign nationals residing in the Czech Republic.