Arriving in Slovakia – how to proceed?
Have you arrived in Slovakia without valid identity or travel documents and are you a citizen of a country outside the European Union? Here you will find the information you need about where you are, how to deal with the police and other authorities, what your rights are and where to find support services. When […]
Applying for Asylum in Slovakia
If you cannot return to your country of origin because of persecution or war, you can apply for international protection. There are two types of international protection in Slovakia. Asylum You can be granted asylum if you have fear of persecution in your country of origin. The persecution may be for racial, national or religious […]
Arriving in Slovakia – how to proceed?
Have you arrived in Slovakia without valid identity or travel documents and are you a citizen of a country outside the European Union? Here you will find the information you need about where you are, how to deal with the police and other authorities, what your rights are and where to find support services. When […]
Step by step guide: How to search for accommodation in Slovakia or abroad
Mareena has prepared a guide on how to find accommodation in Slovakia or abroad. Step by step guide 1. Decide on the area where you want to live The more specific, the better. Take into account how the neighbourhood suits your needs – where nurseries are available for your children, where your child goes to […]
Frequently asked questions. We answer people who are living in or planning to come to Slovakia.
Questions and answers Question: My Ukrainian passport has expired. Where can I apply for an extension or a new passport? Answer: You can extend or apply for a new passport at the Embassy of Ukraine to the Slovak Republic. The address and contacts of the Embassy can be found on the Useful contacts page.
New rules for humanitarian aid in Ukraine
Humanitarian aid On 1 December 2023, Ukrainian government officials adopted a resolution regulating the procedure for the provision of humanitarian assistance in the context of the state of war in Ukraine. The current procedure can be found in Ukrainian language under this link.
Slovak cities help people from Ukraine. Download a guide.
June 2023.
Help Centre. A place where they help you familiarise yourself with life in Slovakia.
The first stop upon your arrival in Slovakia.
Transport. How to travel around Slovakia by car, bus and train?
Slovak Help and travel for free.
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.
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.
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.