🇸🇰Slovakia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Europe· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Slovakia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 198 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 93 enter Slovakia visa-free and 105 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
93
nationalities
Consular visa
105
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Slovakia
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- Same-day
- Fee:
- 90 EUR
Data updated on · Official source
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Coming up: announced entry rules
- Europe: ETIAS travel authorisationExpected by the EU in the last quarter of 2026
Visa-exempt travellers will need to apply online (€20) before entering any of the 30 countries concerned. Applications are not open yet: beware of websites already selling it. Official EU website
Insurance requiredInsurance for the Schengen visa (AXA Schengen)
If your passport needs a Schengen visa, it is a required document of the file: at least €30,000 of medical expenses. Any compliant insurer is accepted; AXA Schengen is one. Only the consulate decides whether the certificate is acceptable.
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Slovakia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Slovakia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Slovakia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Slovakia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per 180-day period | 90 EUR | 15-45 days | Portal | |
| Work permit | Work | 2 years | 250-275 EUR | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| EU Blue Card | Work | 4 years | 250-275 EUR | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Self-employed visa | Work | 3 years | 350-375 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Student visa | Study | Duration of programme | 10-25 EUR | 60 days | Portal | |
| Family Reunification | Family | 5 years | 200-225 EUR | 90 days | Portal | |
| Airport transit visa | Transit | Same-day | 90 EUR | 15 days | Portal |
Visas
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Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Information
Capital
Bratislava
Population
5,420,000
Currency
Euro (EUR €)
Languages
Slovak, Hungarian
Continent
Europe
Calling code
+421
Timezone
Europe/Bratislava
Area
49,037 km²
Government
Parliamentary republic
National day
September 1 - Constitution Day
Internet domain
.sk
About
Slovakia is a Central European country and member of the European Union and eurozone. It is known for the Tatra Mountains and its dynamic automotive industry. The capital is Bratislava.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid isolated areas at night
- Be vigilant with personal belongings
Terrorism(Low)
- Low risk, stay vigilant
Transport
- Use official taxis
Natural risks(Moderate risks of floods and avalanches in the mountains)
- Check weather alerts
Health(Good quality healthcare system)
- Recommended travel insurance
- Standard vaccines
Practical tips
- Register your emergency contact details
- Respect local laws
- Have insurance
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Bratislava · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
10-15% in restaurants
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Guides to prepare your trip
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Slovakia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Slovakia across 198 nationalities: 93 visa-free, 105 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Slovakia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 90 EUR (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Slovakia?▾
Slovakia issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid Same-day. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Slovakia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall safety level is low to moderate, stable for travelers.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Slovakia?▾
The official currency is Euro (EUR €). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Slovakia?▾
The capital of Slovakia is Bratislava. The main spoken languages are: Slovak, Hungarian.
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