Residence Permit in Slovakia for entrepreneurs

Residence permit through employment

Official employment in your own company

Full administrative support

No fake employment or front companies

Eligibility for permanent residence after 5 years

How It Works 💼

How to Get a Residence Permit in Slovakia as an Entrepreneur

The Oki-Doki.sk project is implemented within a group of companies, including a licensed Slovak HR agency specializing in legal employment, payroll and immigration documentation for foreign workers. We know how to do it right.

1. Company Registration
up to 7 days

An LLC is registered with a legal address, required business activities and a chosen name. A temporary director is appointed. The company will be transferred to you after obtaining the residence permit.

2. Residence Permit Application
up to 2 months

A full set of documents is prepared for the residence permit application based on employment. This includes document preparation and verification, certified translations, immigration police accompaniment, and medical examination.

3. Company Transfer
up to 10 days

After receiving your residence permit, you become the director and employee of your Slovak company. All changes are registered in the commercial register (orsr.sk), and official employment is carried out.

4. Business Operations
within 1 day

After the transfer, you can legally start operating your business. We handle accounting and legal employment compliance. After 5 years, permanent residence can be obtained.

Prices 💸

Cost of Residence Permit Services

We take care of company registration, document submission, accounting, employment obligations, and government interaction. Everything needed for legal residence and entrepreneurship — in one package.

Residence Permit Based on Employment from 1900 €

Comprehensive service for obtaining a residence permit through employment in your own company.

LLC registration and transfer after receiving the residence permit

Legal address rental for 1 year (renewable)

Appointment booking and support at immigration police

Medical examination arrangement for immigration purposes

Payment of administrative fee

Employment Support from 150 €/month

Payroll and general accounting in accordance with Slovak legislation.

Payroll and general accounting management

Preparation of social and health insurance payments

Interaction with labor authorities

Filing of mandatory accounting reports

Organization of international business trips (if needed)

Additional Services➕

Services Related to Residence Permits

Additional services related to residence and residence permits in Slovakia. We offer a full range of services, including company registration, accounting support, and assistance in obtaining necessary documents.

Extension of Residence Permit for Employment from €650Preparation of the full set of documents, appointment booking at the immigration police, assistance during submission, and payment of administrative fees.

Permanent Residence Application from €900Application for permanent residence after 5 years of legal stay. Document preparation, police appointment booking, assistance, and administrative fees.

Residence Permit for Family Reunification from €1,200Full procedure support: consultation, document preparation, appointment booking, assistance, medical examination organization, and payment of administrative fees.

Changing Residence Purpose to Entrepreneurship from €2,500Submission of a new application to change the residence purpose — from employment to entrepreneurship. Relevant after 2–2.5 years of residence. The new permit is issued for 3 years. Includes: business plan development, financial condition check, document preparation, appointment booking, assistance, and administrative fees.

Documents and Translations from €50 to €130Criminal record certificates with apostille:
• Ukrainian — €50 + €30 for translation,
• Polish — €95 + €35 for translation.

Driver’s license exchange documents — €125 (certificate with apostille and sworn translation).

Birth or marriage certificates — €130 (with apostille and sworn translation).

Opening a Personal Bank Account from €50Bank appointment scheduling, document preparation, and in-person assistance. Personal presence required.

Opening a Business Bank Account from €150Full assistance in opening a corporate account for an LLC: meeting arrangement, document collection and review, communication with the bank.

Estimate Your Costs🧮

Tax and Profit Calculator for LLC

This calculator allows you to estimate taxes and net profit for an LLC in Slovakia. Enter your expected revenue, expenses, and choose a gross salary. The calculator will show how much you can earn after paying taxes and employment-related contributions.

Input Values

Revenue (€)

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Expenses (€)

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Salary (gross, EUR/month)

💼 calculator.profitNetto: 76 256,4 €

👤 calculator.salaryNetto: 7 968 €

💰 calculator.profitNettoAndSalaryNetto: 84 224,4 € (84%)

Calculations

Revenue: 100 000 €

Expenses: -1 000 €

calculator.salaryExpenses *: -7 968 €

Salary Taxes and Contributions: -5 364 € (-5%)

Profit Before Tax: 83 844 €

Profit Taxes (-10%): -7 587,6 €

Net Profit After Tax: 76 256,4 €

* calculator.salaryNetto: 7 968 €

This calculator is intended for approximate calculations. Contributions and taxes depend on your specific situation and may be lower with tax deductions or optimization.

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FAQ🔖

FAQ about Residence Permits in Slovakia

How long does it take to obtain a residence permit in Slovakia?

Document preparation usually takes no more than 30 days. The migration police typically issue a decision on the application within 30–60 days. On average, the whole process takes about 2–3 months.

What documents are needed to obtain a residence permit?

A valid passport, signed residence permit application with two photos, criminal record certificates with apostilles and certified translations (from all countries where the applicant stayed for more than 90 days during the past 3 years), work permit issued by the labor office (Slovak: úrad práce), proof of accommodation, and proof of administrative fee payment.

Do I need to be in Slovakia for the process?

Yes, definitely. Your personal presence is required for submitting the application and undergoing the medical exam. We reserve the appointments and organize everything in advance.

How can I obtain a criminal record certificate with an apostille?

You need to apply through the Ministry of Interior of your home country. If you are abroad, you can contact the consulate for details on how to obtain it.

If you're unable to obtain the certificate yourself, we can arrange a Ukrainian criminal record certificate remotely. The document includes an apostille and certified Slovak translation.

• Price: 80 €
• Processing time: about 4 weeks

A translated scan is sufficient for company registration, while the original is required for the residence permit.

How long is the residence permit valid in Slovakia?

Typically, the permit is issued for a period of 1 to 2 years.

How can I obtain permanent residence (PR) in Slovakia?

You can apply for permanent residence after 5 years of legal stay in Slovakia.

How can I obtain Slovak citizenship?

You may apply for Slovak citizenship after 8 years of legal residence in the country.

How much does rent cost in Bratislava?

From 700 €/month. The average rent is approximately 950 €/month.

How can I move to Slovakia with my family?

After receiving a residence permit in Slovakia, you can apply for a family reunification permit for your spouse and children.

We provide consultation and support for this process.

Is employment in your own company legal?

Absolutely legal. Slovak law allows a foreigner to be both the director and employee of their own company if they hold a residence permit. We handle everything officially and without fictitious arrangements.

Can I get a residence permit if I'm from a visa country?

Yes. We assist with obtaining a national visa (type D), which allows you to enter Slovakia and submit your residence permit application at the migration police. Alternatively, you may apply directly through the Slovak consulate in your home country.

What salary is required and how much goes to taxes?

To renew your residence permit, you must officially pay yourself at least the minimum salary based on the job complexity category. Slovakia has 6 categories, each with a different minimum salary level.

Your category depends on your official job title.

Minimum salary levels are indexed annually. For example, in 2025, the minimum salary for category 1 is:
• 816 € gross (before employee taxes),
• 1 111 € supergross (total cost for the employer, before employer taxes),
• 664 € net (take-home pay after taxes)
Total: 447 € in taxes and contributions.

We help you select the proper category and legally optimize taxes to reduce your tax burden.

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Important Information 📖

Residence Permit in Slovakia through Employment in Your Own Company

Obtaining a residence permit (RP) in Slovakia is becoming an increasingly popular way of legal immigration for foreign entrepreneurs. One of the most effective options is obtaining a residence permit based on employment in your own company (LLC, Slovak: s.r.o.). This allows not only legal residence in the EU but also the opportunity to run a business in Slovakia and apply for permanent residence after 5 years.

We offer a comprehensive service: from registering or transferring ownership of the company to accounting, submitting your application to the migration police, and handling all communication with government authorities. Everything is managed by one team. You’ll receive a registered address, assistance with opening a bank account, and support with mandatory documents and medical check-ups for migration purposes.

Our key advantage is our own licensed HR agency, years of experience in legal employment of foreigners, and in-depth knowledge of procedures. We don’t just help with paperwork — we support your business in Slovakia at every stage.

We help immigrants not only obtain a residence permit but also build a stable business environment for life and work in the EU.

Required Documents for Residence Permit

According to §32 of Act No. 404/2011 on the Stay of Foreigners, the following documents are required to obtain a residence permit:

1. a valid passport,
2. a signed residence permit application with two photos,
3. criminal record certificates,
4. a work permit,
5. proof of accommodation,
6. proof of administrative fee payment.

Criminal Record Certificates

To obtain a residence permit in Slovakia, a criminal record certificate from your country of citizenship is required. If you lived in another country for more than 90 days during the past 3 years, you must also provide a certificate from that country.

If you’re unable to obtain the certificate yourself, we can help you obtain it online through our partners. Just contact us, and we’ll give you all the necessary details.

The document must be issued within the last 90 days. Criminal record certificates must be apostilled and translated into Slovak by a certified translator.

Work Permit in Slovakia

To obtain a residence permit for the purpose of employment, a work permit issued by the Labour Office (Slovak: úrad práce) is required.

The work permit is issued based on an application submitted by the employer and must be obtained before applying for the residence permit. We assist in preparing all the necessary documents for obtaining this permit.

The work permit must be no older than 90 days at the time of submission.

Proof of Accommodation

To prove accommodation, you need to submit a document confirming that you have secured housing for at least six months of temporary stay. This can include:

1. a notarized statement from the property owner allowing you to live at the address,
2. confirmation from a legal entity (e.g. company) that it is providing accommodation,
3. a rental contract between a legal entity and the property owner.

The document must include: property owner's details, address, property deed number, foreigner’s personal data, and duration of accommodation (at least 6 months).

The document must not be older than 90 days.

Submitting the Residence Permit Application

The application is submitted at the migration police office in the area of your registered address in Slovakia. You can find the relevant office on our migration police map.

You must book an appointment in advance through the Slovak Ministry of Interior’s website.

After submitting your residence permit (residency) application, the immigration police will review all documents and make a decision within 30–60 days. Once your application is approved, you will receive a residence permit valid for 1 to 2 years.

Obligations After Receiving the Residence Permit

After obtaining a residence permit in Slovakia, a foreigner must undergo a medical check-up and submit proof to the migration police.

The medical exam must be completed in a Slovak clinic certified for this purpose. The estimated cost is 200 €.

If your RP is based on employment, you must be officially employed by the company that sponsored your permit.

Minimum Salary in Slovakia

One of the key conditions for obtaining and renewing a residence permit based on employment in Slovakia is receiving an official salary. The law requires that the foreigner is employed and earns at least the minimum wage for the corresponding job complexity category.

In 2025, the following monthly minimum salary levels apply in Slovakia:

Job Complexity Category	Gross Salary	Supergross	Net Salary	Taxes and Contributions
1	`816 €`	`1111 €`	`664 €`	`447 €`
2	`932 €`	`1269 €`	`745 €`	`524 €`
3	`1048 €`	`1427 €`	`826 €`	`601 €`
4	`1164 €`	`1585 €`	`908 €`	`677 €`
5	`1280 €`	`1743 €`	`989 €`	`754 €`
6	`1396 €`	`1900 €`	`1070 €`	`830 €`

What the values in the table mean:
• Gross salary — the amount stated in the employment contract. Income tax and social and health contributions are deducted from this.
• Supergross — the total cost of the employee for the employer, including gross salary and employer-paid contributions (about +35% on top of gross).
• Net salary — the amount the employee receives after all taxes and mandatory deductions.
• Taxes and Contributions — the total of mandatory payments to state funds, including both employer and employee contributions, and income tax paid by the employee.

We help you choose the optimal job category, draft the employment contract, and organize all payments to ensure compliance with the law while optimizing your expenses.

Benefits 🆓

Why Apply for a Residence Permit in Slovakia with Oki-Doki.sk

Own HR Company

We are part of a corporate group that includes a licensed HR agency. We handle the employment of foreigners, maintain personnel records, and regularly cooperate with labor authorities.

Comprehensive Approach

Company registration and transfer, accounting, document preparation, assistance, business address, bank accounts — all handled by one provider, without chaos or shifting responsibility.

Legality and Transparency

We operate strictly within the legal framework. No fake contracts, shell companies, or grey schemes — only legal solutions with real prospects for business and life in Slovakia.

Business Support

We stay with you after you obtain your residence permit: accounting, taxes, salaries, HR records — we take care of it so you can focus on growing your business instead of bureaucracy.

Information Support

We monitor all legal changes and keep you informed — taxes, immigration, reporting — you’ll always be up-to-date. If you have questions, we explain what to do clearly and quickly.

Permanent Residence

After 5 years of legal residence in Slovakia, you can obtain permanent residency. We will help you prepare the documents and guide you through every step toward PR.