Visa requirements

Slovakia

General visa requirements for travelling to Slovakia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Business visa (Schengen Visa-Free Short Stay (Business))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

Maximum stay
90 days
Fee
Free
Validity
180 days
Entry
Single entry

No gainful employment permitted.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Must hold valid passport from an Annex II (visa-exempt) country

  • Purpose of visit

    Visit must be for business activities such as meetings, conferences, negotiations, or trade fairs. No gainful employment permitted.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • negotiations
    • trade fairs

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements, cash, credit cards, company guarantee letter; Minimum amount: 56 EUR per day

  • Travel insurance

    Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel reservation, company-arranged accommodation; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Invitation letter from Slovak business entity or proof of business meetings/conferences

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Ensure passport validity, prepare invitation letter from Slovak company, proof of accommodation, return flight, travel insurance, and proof of funds.

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Business visa (Temporary Residence for Business/Entrepreneurship)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
1095 days
Processing time
30-90 days
Fee
232 EUR
Validity
3 years
Entry
Single entry

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals intending to operate a business in Slovakia for more than 90 days

  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to operate the business and support themselves

  • Criminal record

    Must have clean criminal record from home country and countries of recent residence

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 12

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent colour photograph, 35x45mm, white background

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements showing sufficient funds; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover living expenses; financial coverage required as per subsistence minimum regulations

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Rental agreement, property ownership document, declaration from accommodation provider; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Cash at embassy, bank transfer; Amount: 232 EUR (temporary residence application); 90 EUR (national visa D for initial entry)

  • Criminal record certificate

    Provide a police or criminal record certificate from the country or countries requested by the destination authority.

    Validity months: 6

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Register business in Slovakia through the Trade Register or Commercial Register. Obtain confirmation of registration or business plan documentation.

  2. Online application

    Fill out the application for temporary residence for the purpose of business. All documents must be translated into Slovak by a certified translator.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay 232 EUR temporary residence application fee.

  4. Appointment booking

    Schedule an in-person appointment at the Slovak embassy or consulate. Apply well in advance due to processing times.

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person at the Slovak embassy/consulate. An interview may be conducted.

  6. Processing wait

    Processing takes 30-90 days. The Foreign Police Department examines the application.

  7. Visa collection

    Upon approval, obtain National Visa (D) for entry to Slovakia. After arrival, register with the Foreign Police and collect the residence permit card.

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Business visa (Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Business - Type C))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
15-45 calendar days
Fee
90 EUR
Validity
180 days
Entry
Single entry

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Citizens of Annex I countries requiring a visa to enter the Schengen Area

  • Purpose of visit

    Visit must be for business activities: meetings, conferences, negotiations, trade fairs. No gainful employment.

    Includes
    • Business meetings
    • conferences
    • negotiations
    • trade fairs
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient funds for the duration of stay

    Minimum funds: 56 EUR per day

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: Recent colour photograph, 35x45mm, white background

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements, company guarantee letter, proof of employment; Minimum amount: 56 EUR per day of stay

  • Employment letter

    Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

    Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

  • Travel insurance

    Coverage area: Entire Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: 30000 EUR

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel reservation, company-arranged accommodation; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Invitation letter from Slovak business entity or invitation verified by the Foreign Police Department. For repeated trips, submit cooperation contract with Slovak company.

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Schengen Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.mzv.sk/en/web/en/visa-and-services/schengen-visa

  • Travel itinerary

    Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.

    Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Cash in local currency at embassy/consulate; Amount: 90 EUR (adults); 45 EUR (children 6-11); free (children under 6)

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Fill out the harmonised Schengen visa application form.

  2. Document gathering

    Gather passport, photos, invitation letter from Slovak company, employment letter, proof of funds, accommodation, flight booking, travel insurance.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay 90 EUR visa application fee.

  4. Appointment booking

    Schedule appointment at nearest Slovak embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person at appointment.

  6. Biometrics

    Provide fingerprints and photograph if not already in VIS.

  7. Processing wait

    15 calendar days standard, up to 45 days in exceptional cases.

  8. Visa collection

    Collect passport with visa sticker upon approval.

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.