Slovakia Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | See below | No | No |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
EU nationals: When travelling from one border-free Schengen country to another, you are not required to show your passport or national ID card at the border. However, airlines, train operators, and ferry companies may still require you to show a valid passport or ID to confirm your identity.
Non-EU nationals: To enter Slovakia, you must have a valid passport issued within the past ten years and valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area. You may also be asked to show proof of onward travel and sufficient funds for your stay.
Note that Cyprus and Ireland are EU members but not part of the Schengen Area, so a passport or ID card is required if travelling to or from these countries.
Passport Note
Passport and visa regulations are subject to change, and airlines may have different requirements. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should check with the relevant embassy before departure, particularly when transiting through a third country. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these requirements.
Visas
EU nationals: Citizens of EU and EEA countries do not need a visa to enter Slovakia. But those planning to stay longer than 90 days must apply for a residence registration certificate with local authorities.
Non-EU Nationals: Citizens of the following countries can visit Slovakia and other Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:
Africa: Seychelles.
Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela.
Asia: Brunei, Georgia, Hong Kong (SAR passport holders), Israel, Japan, Macao (SAR passport holders), Malaysia, Maldives, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan (passport must include an identity card number), Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates.
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia (biometric passports only; excluding those issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate), Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City.
Oceania: Australia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Nationals from countries not listed above are advised to contact the nearest Slovak embassy or consulate to verify visa requirements.
Types and Cost
Short-stay (Schengen C) visa: €90 for those aged 12 and above, €45 for children aged six to 11, and free for children under six. Certain categories, such as students, researchers, and family members of EU/EEA citizens, are exempt from fees.
Validity
The Schengen C visa allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Application to
Contact the nearest Slovak embassy, consulate, or authorised visa application centre. Applications can also be initiated online through the Slovak Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs website at mzv.sk.
Schengen Visas
Slovakia is a Schengen country, so the Schengen visa rules apply.
Working days
Schengen visa applications are generally processed within 15 calendar days, though processing may take up to 45 days in special circumstances. Applicants should apply well in advance of their intended travel.
Extension of stay
Schengen visa holders with a visa valid for less than 90 days can only extend their visas in exceptional circumstances, such as force majeure or for humanitarian reasons.
Entry with pets
Pets from other EU countries must have a microchip, an EU pet passport, and a valid rabies vaccination given at least 21 days before travel. Pets from non-EU countries must comply with EU regulations, including an official veterinary certificate and, where required, a rabies antibody test.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Slovakia
Telephone: (2) 5998 2000.
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/world/slovakia
Address: , Panská 16, Bratislava, 811 01,
Opening times:
Mon-Thurs 0830-1700; Fri 0830-1600.
Embassy of the Slovak Republic in the UK
Telephone: (020) 7313 6470 or 90 (consular section).
Website: http://www.mzv.sk/londyn
Address: , 25 Kensington Palace Gardens, London, W8 4QY,
Opening times:
Mon-Thur 0900-1130 and 1300-1530, Fri 0900-1130.
Embassy of the Slovak Republic in the USA
Telephone: (202) 237 1054.
Website: http://www.mzv.sk/washington
Address: NW, 3523 International Court, Washington D.C., 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700.