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Temporary residence permit

A temporary residence permit in Slovakia is intended for third-country nationals who want to live in the country for more than 90 days, for example for the purpose of employement, business, or family reunification. It is granted for a specific purpose and for a limited period of time, with the possibility of extension.

This type of residence permit entitle a third-country national to legally work and reside in the territory of the Slovakia.

This type of residence permit allows the family members of a foreign national to live legally in Slovakia.

 

Business

This type of residence permit is intended for foreigners who want to live and do business legally in Slovakia.

Study

This type of residence permit is a solution for those who want to study in Slovakia.

 

Temporary residence for employment

Third-country nationals may apply for a temporary residence permit for the purpose of employment. This type of residence permit allows them to legally work and reside in Slovakia and is tied to a specific employment relationship and the fulfilment of legal requirements. In most cases, its approval is subject to a positive opinion issued by the Labour Office. However, this requirement does not apply in all cases, particularly where provided by law or an international agreement.

The temporary residence permit is granted for the duration of the employment, with its validity depending on the Labour Office’s approval, but for a maximum period of two years.

In the case of graduates of Slovak universities, the issuance of a temporary residence permit is not subject to the Labour Office’s approval, and the permit may be granted for a longer period.

We provide full support in the following areas:

Application for a residence permit for the purpose of employment

Guidance throughout the process, including document preparation and coordination of all necessary steps.

Residence registration

Support with fulfilling administrative obligations after arrival in Slovakia.

Residence permit extension

Assistance with the extension of an existing residence permit in Slovakia.

Change of residence purpose

Assistance with changing the purpose of residence, for example from study to employment or from business to employment.

Change of employer

Administrative support related to a change of employer during the validity of the residence permit.

ICT – Intra-company transfer

Support with transferring employees within multinational companies to Slovakia.

Temporary residence for the purpose of family reunification

Are you planning to settle in Slovakia and want your family to accompany you? Temporary residence for the purpose of family reunification is the ideal solution for close family members of those coming for work or business.

The length of permitted stay depends on the main applicant (guarantor), and all family members must have the same address of temporary residence.

The advantage of this type of residence is the possibility of easier access to employment for a spouse after a certain period of time.

We provide full support in the following areas:

Application for a residence permit for the purpose of family unification

Guidance throughout the process, including document preparation and coordination of all necessary steps.

Residence registration

Support with fulfilling administrative obligations after arrival in Slovakia.

Residence permit extension

Assistance with the extension of an existing residence permit in Slovakia.

Work permit

Support in obtaining a work permit required for employment during the first 9 months for holders of a residence permit for family reunification.

Additional services

Arrangement of health insurance and support with other administrative steps related to settling in Slovakia.

Temporary residence for business purposes

If you plan to conduct business in Slovakia, you can apply for temporary residence for business purposes. This type of residence is intended for foreigners who want to operate as sole traders, shareholders, or managing directors of companies.

Temporary residence is usually granted for 1 to 3 years, with the possibility of extension.

The application must be submitted in person at the Slovak embassy abroad or at the Foreign Police Department in Slovakia, if the legal requirements are met.

We provide full support in the following areas:

Application for a residence permit for the purpose of business

Guidance throughout the process, including document preparation and coordination of all necessary steps.

Residence registration

Support with fulfilling administrative obligations after arrival in Slovakia.

Residence permit extension

Assistance with the extension of an existing residence permit in Slovakia.

Establishment of a trade license or company

Arrangement of the establishment of a limited liability company (s.r.o.) or registration of a trade license.

Additional services

Assistance with health insurance arrangements and other administrative steps related to settling in Slovakia.

Temporary residence for study purposes

Temporary residence for STUDY purposes

Students from non-EU countries who plan to stay in Slovakia for more than 90 days must apply for temporary residence for study purposes. Temporary residence can be granted for the expected duration of studies, but for a maximum of 6 years.

If you plan to stay in Slovakia for no more than 90 days, it is not necessary to apply for temporary residence, provided that:

  • you enter Slovakia legally (e.g., on the basis of a visa or visa-free regime), and
  • you register your stay with the Foreign Police within 3 working days of arrival.

We provide full support in the following areas:

Application for a residence permit for the purpose of study

Guidance throughout the process, including preparation of documents and coordination of all necessary steps.

Residence registration

Support with fulfilling administrative obligations after arrival in Slovakia.

Residence permit extension

Assistance with the extension of an existing residence permit in Slovakia.

Change of residence purpose

Assistance with changing the purpose of residence, for example from study to employment.

Additional services

Assistance with health insurance arrangements and other administrative steps related to settling in Slovakia.

Other services:

Permanent residence

A solution for foreigners who plan to live, work, or settle in Slovakia on a long-term basis.

Blue card

A type of residence intended for highly qualified third-country nationals with a job offer in Slovakia.

Driving license exchange

Comprehensive handling of the process and coordination of all steps required to obtain a Slovak driving licence after 185 days of residence.

Health insurance

Arrangement of health insurance in accordance with the type of residence and individual situation.