Slovakia•EuropeSchengen Visa Type C (Short-stay Tourist Visa)
At a Glance
Processing Time
15 days
Application Fee
80 EUR
Stay Duration
90 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Short-term entry visa for tourism, visiting friends/family, or business meetings. Valid for up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
The Schengen Type C visa is the most common short-term visa for Slovakia, part of the broader Schengen visa system. It allows visa holders to travel freely throughout all Schengen area countries for tourism, business meetings, visiting family, or transit purposes. Applications must be made at least 15 working days before travel.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
5,040 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure date months
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Not older than 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond departure
Passport photos
Two recent photos (45x35mm or larger)
Travel and medical insurance
Covering minimum EUR 30,000 or equivalent
Proof of funds
Minimum EUR 56 per day of stay
Flight itinerary
Round-trip booking confirmation
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking, invitation letter, or other accommodation arrangement
Travel cover letter
Explaining purpose and itinerary
Proof of civil status
Marriage certificate if applicable
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Advantages
- Access to entire Schengen area
- No work restrictions for business meetings/conferences
- Straightforward application process
- Valid for multiple entries if approved
Considerations
- Limited stay duration (90 days max per 180 days)
- Cannot be extended
- No work permission
- Requires proof of return to home country
Application Process
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, travel insurance, itinerary, proof of accommodation, proof of funds
Submit application
Apply in person at Slovak embassy or consulate in your country of residence
Pay visa fee
EUR 80 (EUR 40 for minors; may be waived for some cultural or charitable activities)
Biometric data collection
Provide fingerprints and photograph
Await decision
Processing typically takes 15 working days
Application Forms
Schengen Visa Application Form
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