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Diplomatic Visa (Diplomatické vízum)
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Diplomatic Visa (Diplomatické vízum)

Visa issued to holders of diplomatic passports traveling to Slovakia for official government or international organization duties.

ValidityDuration of mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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EU Blue Card Slovakia (Modrá karta EÚ)
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EU Blue Card Slovakia (Modrá karta EÚ)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers with a university degree and salary at least 1.2x the national average, valid up to 5 years.

Validity1-3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 EUR
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ICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) – Trainee Employee
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ICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) – Trainee Employee

This permit is a specific type of temporary residence for the purpose of employment, governed by the EU ICT Directive (2014/66/EU). It allows non-EU nationals to be transferred from a non-EU entity to a Slovak branch or subsidiary of the same corporate group for professional training.

Validity1 year
Processing1-3 months
Cost170 EUR
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Long-Term EU Residence (Dlhodobý pobyt EÚ)
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Long-Term EU Residence (Dlhodobý pobyt EÚ)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

EU long-term resident status granted after 5 years of continuous legal residence in Slovakia, conferring near-citizen rights and EU mobility.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 EUR
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Long-Term EU Residence - Blue Card Pathway (Dlhodobý pobyt - modrá karta)
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Long-Term EU Residence - Blue Card Pathway (Dlhodobý pobyt - modrá karta)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

EU long-term residence for Blue Card holders with 5 years authorized EU residence including at least 2 years in Slovakia immediately before application.

Validity1-3 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost250 EUR
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Official/Service Visa (Služobné vízum)
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Official/Service Visa (Služobné vízum)

Visa issued to holders of official or service passports traveling to Slovakia on government business under bilateral agreements.

ValidityDuration of mission
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Residence - Five Years (Trvalý pobyt na 5 rokov)
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Permanent Residence - Five Years (Trvalý pobyt na 5 rokov)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Five-year permanent residence for spouses of Slovak citizens, dependent relatives, minor children, or when in Slovakia's interest.

ValidityVaries (No time limit. Can lead directly to Slovak citizenship after meeting residency and other requirements.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost66 EUR
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Permanent Residence - Unlimited (Trvalý pobyt na neobmedzený čas)
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Permanent Residence - Unlimited (Trvalý pobyt na neobmedzený čas)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residence for unlimited duration, available after 4 years on a five-year permit, or for minor children of unlimited permit holders.

ValidityVaries (No time limit. Can lead directly to Slovak citizenship after meeting residency and other requirements.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost66 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Business as Company Director (Prechodný pobyt - konateľ spoločnosti)
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Temporary Residence - Business as Company Director (Prechodný pobyt - konateľ spoločnosti)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for executive directors of Slovak commercial companies (e.g., s.r.o.), valid up to 3 years with business plan and €28,413 capital requirement.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Business as Sole Trader (Prechodný pobyt - živnosť)
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Temporary Residence - Business as Sole Trader (Prechodný pobyt - živnosť)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for self-employed persons operating a trade license (živnosť) in Slovakia, valid up to 3 years with mandatory business plan.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Civilian Armed Forces Duties (Prechodný pobyt - civilné zložky ozbrojených síl)
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Temporary Residence - Civilian Armed Forces Duties (Prechodný pobyt - civilné zložky ozbrojených síl)

Residence permit for civilian personnel performing professional duties for armed forces units stationed in Slovakia, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - EU Long-Term Resident from Another Member State (Prechodný pobyt - dlhodobý pobyt EÚ)
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Temporary Residence - EU Long-Term Resident from Another Member State (Prechodný pobyt - dlhodobý pobyt EÚ)

Residence permit for third-country nationals who hold EU long-term resident status in another EU member state, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Family Reunification: Minor Child (Prechodný pobyt - zlúčenie rodiny: dieťa)
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Temporary Residence - Family Reunification: Minor Child (Prechodný pobyt - zlúčenie rodiny: dieťa)

Residence permit for unmarried children under 18 of temporary or permanent residence holders in Slovakia, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Family Reunification: Spouse (Prechodný pobyt - zlúčenie rodiny: manžel/ka)
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Temporary Residence - Family Reunification: Spouse (Prechodný pobyt - zlúčenie rodiny: manžel/ka)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for spouses (both at least 18 years old) of temporary or permanent residence holders in Slovakia, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Long-Term Seasonal Employment (Prechodný pobyt - sezónne zamestnanie)
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Temporary Residence - Long-Term Seasonal Employment (Prechodný pobyt - sezónne zamestnanie)

Residence permit for seasonal workers in agriculture or tourism for 90-180 days within 12 consecutive months.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Post-Graduation Job Seeking (Prechodný pobyt - hľadanie zamestnania)
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Temporary Residence - Post-Graduation Job Seeking (Prechodný pobyt - hľadanie zamestnania)

9-month residence permit for graduates of Slovak universities to search for employment or start a business after completing studies.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Research and Development (Prechodný pobyt - výskum a vývoj)
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Temporary Residence - Research and Development (Prechodný pobyt - výskum a vývoj)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for researchers with a Hosting Agreement from a Slovak university or research institution, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Secondary School Study (Prechodný pobyt - stredoškolské štúdium)
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Temporary Residence - Secondary School Study (Prechodný pobyt - stredoškolské štúdium)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for full-time secondary school students attending Slovak schools.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Single Permit for Employment (Jednotné povolenie na zamestnanie)
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Temporary Residence - Single Permit for Employment (Jednotné povolenie na zamestnanie)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Combined work and residence permit for non-EU workers filling confirmed vacant positions in Slovakia, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Slovak Living Abroad (Prechodný pobyt - Slovák žijúci v zahraničí)
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Temporary Residence - Slovak Living Abroad (Prechodný pobyt - Slovák žijúci v zahraničí)

Residence permit for holders of the Slovak Living Abroad Certificate proving Slovak ethnic heritage, valid up to 5 years with no purpose restriction.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Accredited Journalist (Prechodný pobyt - novinár)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Accredited Journalist (Prechodný pobyt - novinár)

Residence permit for accredited foreign journalists and media correspondents stationed in Slovakia, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Exchange Program (Prechodný pobyt - výmenný program)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Exchange Program (Prechodný pobyt - výmenný program)

Residence permit for participants of exchange and mobility programs (Erasmus+, CEEPUS, etc.) in Slovakia, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Internship (Prechodný pobyt - stáž)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Internship (Prechodný pobyt - stáž)

Residence permit for interns from foreign universities or recent graduates gaining professional experience at Slovak organizations, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Lecturing (Prechodný pobyt - lektorská činnosť)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Lecturing (Prechodný pobyt - lektorská činnosť)

Residence permit for university teachers and lecturers without an employment contract at Slovak educational institutions, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Medical Treatment (Prechodný pobyt - liečenie)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Medical Treatment (Prechodný pobyt - liečenie)

Residence permit for foreigners receiving long-term medical treatment in Slovak healthcare facilities, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Professional Sport (Prechodný pobyt - športová činnosť)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Professional Sport (Prechodný pobyt - športová činnosť)

Residence permit for professional athletes with sports contracts at Slovak clubs or organizations, valid up to 5 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Voluntary Service (Prechodný pobyt - dobrovoľnícka služba)
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Temporary Residence - Special Activity: Voluntary Service (Prechodný pobyt - dobrovoľnícka služba)

Residence permit for volunteers participating in organized voluntary service programs in Slovakia, valid up to 2 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Temporary Residence - University Study (Prechodný pobyt - vysokoškolské štúdium)
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Temporary Residence - University Study (Prechodný pobyt - vysokoškolské štúdium)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence permit for full-time university students enrolled at Slovak higher education institutions, valid up to 6 years.

ValidityVaries (Issued for duration of service contract with armed forces)
ProcessingVaries
Cost140 EUR
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Letiskové tranzitné vízum typu A)
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Letiskové tranzitné vízum typu A)

Allows passage through the international transit area of Slovak airports without entering the Schengen territory.

ValidityVaries (Valid only for international transit area, not for entry into Slovakia)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Type C — Schengen Short-Stay Visa - Tourism (Schengenské vízum typu C)
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Type C — Schengen Short-Stay Visa - Tourism (Schengenské vízum typu C)

Uniform Schengen visa for tourism, sightseeing, and leisure visits to Slovakia for up to 90 days within 180 days.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Employment (Národné vízum - zamestnanie)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Employment (Národné vízum - zamestnanie)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Long-stay national visa for collecting a residence permit for employment purposes, valid up to 120 days.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Family of Asylum Seekers (Národné vízum - rodina azylantov)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Family of Asylum Seekers (Národné vízum - rodina azylantov)

National visa for family members of asylum seekers or persons granted subsidiary protection in Slovakia.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Language Study (Národné vízum - jazykový kurz)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Language Study (Národné vízum - jazykový kurz)

National visa for foreigners over 15 attending language schools in Slovakia for at least 25 hours per week.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Relocated Employees (Národné vízum - preložení zamestnanci)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Relocated Employees (Národné vízum - preložení zamestnanci)

National visa for non-EU employees transferred to Slovak subsidiaries in managerial or specialist roles, plus their family.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Scholarship Program (Národné vízum - štipendium)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Scholarship Program (Národné vízum - štipendium)

National visa for foreign students, teachers, and researchers under Erasmus+, CEEPUS, or government scholarship programs.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Transport Drivers (Národné vízum - vodiči)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - Transport Drivers (Národné vízum - vodiči)

National visa for bus and truck drivers from specified countries employed in international and domestic transport in Slovakia.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — National Visa Type D - University Graduate Job Seeking (Národné vízum - absolventi)
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Type D — National Visa Type D - University Graduate Job Seeking (Národné vízum - absolventi)

National visa for non-EU graduates of Slovak or Czech universities to seek employment or work in selected occupations.

ValidityVaries (Within any 180-day period. Single, double, or multiple entries possible.)
ProcessingVaries
Cost80 EUR
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Type D — Working Holiday Visa (Vízum pracovnej dovolenky)
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Type D — Working Holiday Visa (Vízum pracovnej dovolenky)

National visa for young citizens (18-30/35) of Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, and Taiwan for up to 1 year of travel and occasional work.

Validity1 year
Processing1-30 days
CostFree
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