Visa Requirements & Travel Information
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Slovakia, as a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, adheres to the common visa policy established by these agreements. This means that citizens from many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and numerous others, can enter Slovakia and the entire Schengen Area for short stays (up to 90 days within any 180-day period) without needing a visa. This visa-free entry typically covers tourism, business meetings, and short-term visits to friends or family. For those who do require a visa, a Schengen C-type visa is the most common for short stays.
Capital
Bratislava
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Slovak
Timezone
Central European Time (CET), UTC+1; Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC+2
Emergency
112 (general emergency number)
Best Time to Visit
May to September (warm weather, outdoor activities); December to March (winter sports)
Main Entry Points
Bratislava Airport (M. R. Štefánik Airport - BTS), Košice International Airport (KSC), Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT)
Issued for tourism purposes, allowing entry into Slovakia and the entire Schengen Area. This visa is for non-Schengen citizens who are not eligible for visa-free entry. Activities include sightseeing, visiting friends/family, and short recreational trips.
Issued for individuals traveling to Slovakia for business-related activities such as attending conferences, meetings, negotiating contracts, or participating in training. Requires an invitation letter from a Slovak company or organization.
An Airport Transit Visa (ATV) may be required for citizens of certain countries who need to transit through the international zone of a Slovak airport without entering the Schengen Area. A regular Schengen C visa is needed if the traveler needs to pass through two or more Schengen airports or leave the international zone.
Required for stays exceeding 90 days within a 180-day period. This visa is typically issued for purposes such as employment, study, family reunification, or other long-term residence. It allows the holder to travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period, in addition to their long-term stay in Slovakia.
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