Residence Permit for Business Purposes in Slovakia
How to Obtain a Business Residence Permit in Slovakia
After collecting the necessary information, our partners will provide you with personalized guidance and a detailed action plan for obtaining a business residence permit in Slovakia. The process generally includes four key steps.
1. Preparation
from 5 days
To apply for a business residence permit, you will need: a valid passport, a criminal record certificate issued within the last 90 days from your country of residence, and additional criminal record certificates from any country where you have lived for more than 3 months in the past 3 years.
2. Business Registration
up to 3 days
A business residence permit requires you to register a sole proprietorship or an LLC and provide a business license at the time of application. Our web service simplifies the registration process for both sole proprietorships and LLCs.
3. Arrival in Slovakia
from 7 days
To facilitate the process, it is recommended to arrive in Slovakia to open bank accounts, secure housing, and obtain the necessary confirmations for your residence permit application. Our team can assist you at this stage.
4. Residence Permit Approval
up to 3 months
Once in Slovakia and with all necessary documents prepared, you can submit your residence permit application at the immigration police. The approval process takes up to 3 months. We can review your documents before submission for added assurance.
Residence Permit Service Pricing
Our partners offer two options for obtaining a residence permit: a consultation for self-processing or full support throughout the entire process.
Consultation
75 €/hour
Comprehensive Support
from 1600 €
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FAQ About Obtaining a Residence Permit in Slovakia
Total time: up to 120 days.
If you are unable to obtain it yourself, we can assist you online through our partners. Contact us for details.
Short-term absences of up to six months per year do not affect eligibility.
Short-term absences of up to six months per year do not affect eligibility.
We provide consultations on this topic.
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Budget for Obtaining a Residence Permit in Slovakia
• 20 times the subsistence minimum for a sole proprietorship (approximately 6 200 €)
• 100 times the subsistence minimum for an LLC (approximately 31 000 €)
The subsistence minimum is recalculated annually on July 1 and published on the website of the Slovak Ministry of Labor. From July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2025, the subsistence minimum is 273,99 €, and it will increase from July 1, 2025.
When applying for a residence permit, you must also pay an administrative fee of 365 €. Additional costs include business registration, travel to Slovakia, housing rental, opening bank accounts, and other related expenses. The estimated total cost is from 2 000 €.
Required Documents for a Residence Permit
1. A valid international passport
2. A signed residence permit application with two passport-sized photos
3. Criminal record certificates
4. A business license
5. Bank statements from two accounts (covering the last 3 months)
6. Proof of accommodation
7. Proof of payment of the administrative fee
Criminal Record Certificates
If you are unable to obtain the certificate yourself, we can assist you in obtaining it online through our partners. Contact us for more details.
The document must be no older than 90 days, apostilled, and officially translated into Slovak by a certified translator.
Business License
The documents needed for business registration include a valid passport and a criminal record certificate (no older than 90 days).
Bank Statements
• A personal account with funds equivalent to 12 times the subsistence minimum
• A business account with funds of:
- 20 times the subsistence minimum for a sole proprietorship (Slovak živnostník)
- 100 times the subsistence minimum for an LLC (Slovak s.r.o.)
As of July 1, 2024, the subsistence minimum is 273,99 €.
The bank statements must be no older than 90 days.
Proof of Accommodation
1. A notarized statement from the property owner confirming accommodation
2. A confirmation letter from a legal entity (e.g., a company) providing accommodation
3. A rental agreement between the property owner and the legal entity
The document must include:
• Property owner details
• Property address and title deed number
• Foreigner’s details
• Accommodation period (minimum 6 months)
The document must be no older than 90 days.
Submitting a Residence Permit Application
Before submitting, you must schedule an appointment through the website of the Slovak Ministry of the Interior.
Obligations After Obtaining a Residence Permit
• Undergoing a medical examination at an accredited Slovak clinic for immigration purposes (estimated cost: 200 €)
• Obtaining health insurance and providing proof to the immigration police
You can learn more about the obligations of a sole proprietor on the Business Registration page.
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