Student jobs. You can work and earn money while you study.
Who can work based on a student job agreement? An agreement on a student job allows young people from the age of 16 to work (provided that they have completed compulsory school attendance) up to the age of 26 if study at a secondary school or at a university as a full-time student. This type […]
I’m starting a job. What are my rights and what am I entitled to?
You start working in Slovakia by signing an employment contract.
Cover letter is more important than it seems. Convince the employer why to choose you.
Cover letter can increase your chances of getting a job.
Not every job offer is a good job offer. Beware of unsafe practices.
If in doubt, seek professional help.
I am applying for a job. How to write a good CV?
We will show you step by step how to write your CV to impress an employer.
Slovak cities help people from Ukraine. Download a guide.
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Culture, community, music and discussions. Get to know Slovakia through art and interesting people.
The art community welcomes foreigners.
Mental health support
Psychological help You can get free and anonymous psychological help in the Ukrainian or Slovak language. Helplines are intended for people or their relatives who have found themselves in a crisis situation as a result of the war in Ukraine. The crisis helpline Human in Need / IPčko counseling centre 0800 500 888ukrajina@ipcko.skEvery day 8:00 – […]
Help Centre. A place where they help you familiarise yourself with life in Slovakia.
The first stop upon your arrival in Slovakia.
Mobile service networks. Which service is best for people coming to Slovakia?
Orange offers a free starter package.
Transport. How to travel around Slovakia by car, bus and train?
Slovak Help and travel for free.
Employment. How can you get a job in Slovakia?
When looking for a job, follow current developments on the labour market. The minimum monthly salary is EUR 700.
How to cross the border from Ukraine to Slovakia? List of border crossings and available services.
Take all your identity documents and confirmation, even those that have expired.
Conditions of entry into Slovakia. Visa, travelling with children, pets and protective measures against COVID-19.
Persons with a Ukrainian biometric passport do not need a visa to enter.
Money and banking services. Exchange of Ukrainian hryvnias for euros and bank services.
Opening a bank account is easy.
Healthcare. How it works and what services are available for foreigners in Slovakia.
When do you have free healthcare and when do you have to pay for it?
State benefits. What kind of support are people from Ukraine entitled to?
Entitlement to support depends on your income.
Accommodation in Slovakia. Contribution for accommodating persons with temporary protection status.
Accommodation is provided by individuals and organizations.
Useful contacts
Emergency lines 112 – European emergency number 155 – Medical emergency service 158 – Police 159 – Municipal police 150 – Firemen 0800 800 818 – National helpline for victims of human trafficking Assistance to foreigners Human Rights LeagueTel: +421 800 222 350Monday – Friday, except public holidays: 9:00 – 18:00hrl.sk MareenaTel: +421 948 113 […]
Schengen area. Which countries of the European Union have open borders?
When you arrive in Slovakia, you enter the Schengen area.
Temporary protection. Get a work permit, healthcare and other help.
A simple way to apply for legal residence in Slovakia.
Education. Studying at primary and secondary school and university in Slovakia.
Free education and admission of children and students in schools.
Legal assistance
Legal assistance If you need legal advice, you can contact the following organisations: League for Human Rights (free of charge) IOM – International Organization for Migration (free of charge) Legal Aid Centre (free of charge) The Slovak Bar Association (free of charge) Hate crime Have you been the target or witness of verbal, physical, or […]
Legal residence in Slovakia. You can study, work and get social security.
You can arrive in Slovakia without a visa.
Foreign Police offices. Addresses, contacts and opening hours.
Slovak republic.