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Facts about Slovakia

Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe with over 5 million residents. It shares borders in the north with Poland, Ukraine to the east, the Czech Republic to the west, Hungary to the south, and Austria to the southwest.

Slovakia has the highest number of castles and chateaux per capita in the world. One of the most famous is the Spiš Castle, which is part of the UNESCO List of World’s Cultural and Natural Heritage.

Slovakia is a member of the European Union and Schengen system, thus it can issue a Schengen visa.

Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Slovakia and will land you in jail, the alcohol tolerance level is zero per cent. Avoid getting involved in drugs in any way, the penalty for drug-related offences are very severe.

Ensure you have a means of identification with you at all times. Random checks may be carried out by the authorities at any time. You may be arrested if you are not found with a valid means of identification.

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Slovakia

  • Valid national passport which has a validity of 3 months after entry into the country with one blank page.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months from the period of entry to the country. This is proof that you can cater for yourself during the period of your stay in the country.
  • Properly and correctly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • One recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application. The passport should not be attached to the application form.
  • Valid travel insurance with minimal medical coverage of €30,000.
  • Return and onward ticket.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.

Types of Slovakia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist Visa 14 working days 90 days
Business Visa 14 working days 90 days
Transit Visa 14 working days 5 days
Student Visa 14 working days 90 days
Official Visa 14 working days 90 days
Visa

Places in Visas of Slovakia Fees

Visa Type Sub Type Visa Fees
Tourist Visa 60.00 (EUR)
Business Visa 60.00 (EUR)
Transit Visa 60.00 (EUR)
Student Visa 99.00 (EUR)
Official Visa 33.00 (EUR)
Visa Not available

FAQs about Places in Visas of Slovakia

Is Suriname safe for tourists ?

Suriname is mainly a safe place to travel to. Most of the tourists traveling here have no problems.

How wealthy is Slovakia ?

Slovakia ranks number 41 in the world by nominal per GDP capita. 

How large is Slovakia ?

Slovakia is the 28th largest country in Europe, spanning a whopping 49,036km 

Is Slovakia a rich country ?

Due to a large Romany population, a significant group of Slovakians suffers from poverty

What religion is practiced in Slovakia ?

Slovakians practise Christianity, majorly Roman Catholism. 

6 Visas of Slovakia found

Tourist Visa from South Africa to Slovakia
Tourist Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Tourist Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Visas of Slovakia, Visa, Tourist visa

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The tourist visa allows travelers to visit various tourist sites for relaxation and recreation purposes. If you intend visiting friends and relatives in the country, you can do so with this visa. Foreigners with this visa are not permitted to partake in business activities. You are not permitted to be employed while in the country. The tourist visa does not allow you take up a course to study in one of the institutions in the country. If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, you are required to have a letter of invitation from your host. The invitation letter should include the home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of your host. Minors should ensure they provide an unabridged original copy of their birth certificate. For non-South Africans, a copy of your South African stay permit is required. All travelers are expected to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate. You are required to show a proof of paid visa application fee. As soon as the visa expires, you are expected to leave the country. The visa ceases to be valid after 3 months.

Business Visa from South Africa to Slovakia
Business Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Business Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Visas of Slovakia, Visa, Business visa

Pretoria

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Foreigners who apply for this visa intend to visit Slovakia to foster business relationships with already existing partners or to build up relationships with new partners. You can negotiate and sign contracts and agreements with business partners in the country. Foreigners may attend conferences, trade fairs and business summits while in the country. A letter from your employer in South Africa should be provided. Your position in the company, duration and purpose of your visit should be stated in the letter. Letter of invitation from the company you are meeting up with in Slovakia should be provided. If the company is going to be in charge of your expenses during your stay in the country, it should be stated in the letter. The company should state the purpose of your visit and how long you will be staying in the country. Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in Slovakia is required. If you have had previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with, you are required to present a proof of this. Foreigners with this visa are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment in the country. If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided. Holders of this visa are not allowed to seek public funds. You are required to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.

Transit Visa from South Africa to Slovakia
Transit Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Transit Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Visas of Slovakia, Visa, Transit visa

Pretoria

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The transit visa allows foreigners to make short stays in the country. Applicants of this visa intend to change airport, go from airport to train or bus station or even change terminals. Flight ticket and visa of the destination country should be presented during the visa application process. For non-South Africans, a copy of their South African stay permit is required. The permit should be valid for at least three months beyond the planned stay in Slovakia. Minors should ensure they have the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate. The receipt of paid visa application fees should be tendered. You are neither allowed to study nor work with this visa. You are expected to leave the country before your visa expires.

Student Visa from South Africa to Slovakia
Student Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Student Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Visas of Slovakia, Visa, Student visa

Pretoria

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Applicants of this visa are those that have been accepted in one of the institutions of learning in the country. Applicants are required to have the certificates and transcripts of the previous schools they attended. Minors are expected to have the original copy of their birth certificate along with a parental consent signed by both their parents. Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country. This visa can be extended to cover period of your study in the country. You are expected to obey the rules and regulations guiding this visa. Non-South Africans should ensure they have a copy of their South African stay permit during the visa application process. During your time in the country, you can work part-time, as long as it does not interfere with your study. The visa costs €99.

Official Visa from South Africa to Slovakia
Official Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Official Visa from South Africa to Slovakia

Visas of Slovakia, Visa, Official visa

Pretoria

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This visa type is for government officials visiting Slovakia to improve and strengthen the relationship between the two countries. A note from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation is required. In the note from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, your status in the government, duration and purpose of your visit in the country should be clearly stated. As a diplomat, if the purpose of your visit to the country is not official, this visa will not be issued to you. Minors should have the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate. Holders of this visa are not to be paid for services they render while in the country. If you are travelling with your partner, your original marriage certificate should be provided. This visa allows its holders multiple entry into the country.