Slovakia•EuropeTemporary Residence for Business (Self-Employed/Entrepreneur)
At a Glance
Processing Time
90 days
Application Fee
330 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for entrepreneurs and self-employed persons establishing or running a business in Slovakia. Requires credible business plan and financial evidence.
The business residence permit allows foreign entrepreneurs and self-employed persons to establish and operate businesses in Slovakia. As of July 1, 2025, all applicants must submit a business plan that the Ministry of Economy will evaluate for economic benefit. The applicant must demonstrate active participation in the business - passive ownership is not sufficient.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
39,455 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
8,767.68 EUR
Investment Required
5,479.8 EUR
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
none or higher
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for entire intended stay
Business plan
Credible, realistic plan with financial projections (REQUIRED as of July 1, 2025)
Proof of funds
20x minimum subsistence level (~5,400 EUR) for sole traders; 100x for managing directors
Criminal record certificate
From country of origin
Health insurance
Valid coverage in Slovakia
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property confirmation
Passport photos
Recent photographs
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Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency and citizenship
- No employer sponsorship required
- Can employ others
- Full business freedom in Slovakia
Considerations
- High financial requirements (5,400+ EUR)
- Business plan required and evaluated
- Must demonstrate active business participation
- Lengthy total processing time (120+ days)
Application Process
Prepare business plan
Create credible, detailed business plan with financial projections (required as of July 1, 2025)
Demonstrate financial means
Show funds equivalent to 20x minimum subsistence level for sole traders, or 100x for managing directors
Prepare documentation
Gather passport, criminal record, accommodation proof, health insurance, business plan, financial evidence
Apply for national visa
Submit Type D visa application at Slovak embassy (EUR 50)
Obtain national visa
Receive Type D visa from embassy
Travel to Slovakia
Enter Slovakia with national visa
Register business
Establish company or register as self-employed with Slovak authorities
Apply for residence permit
Submit residence permit application at Foreign Police with business documentation
Ministry of Economy review
Ministry of Economy assesses business plan for economic benefit (as of July 1, 2025)
Receive residence card
Collect card with EUR 10 (standard) or EUR 39 (expedited) fee
Application Forms
Temporary Residence Application
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