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How to register as a Sole Trader in Slovakia
1. Document preparation5 min
To register as a Sole Trader, you will need to provide the following documents: an international passport or a Slovak residence permit card, and a criminal record certificate with an apostille, translated into Slovak by a sworn translator.
2. Placing an order1 min
Fill in the details, upload the documents, and place the order. For registration through our company, we also need a signed power of attorney from you, which can be signed online during the application process.
3. Registrationwithin 1 day
You can go about your business while we prepare all the necessary applications for your registration, submit the documents, and communicate with government authorities.
4. Receiving the licensewithin 3 business days
Congratulations! You have successfully registered as a Sole Trader and are ready to start your business and earn profit. After registration, we will send you your trade license in electronic PDF and ASICE formats.
Cost of registration for foreigners
The registration procedure is simple: prepare the necessary documents (passport, residence permit / temporary refuge card, criminal record certificate) and place your order. After payment and submission of documents, you will receive your trade license within 4 business days.
Standard registration
105,00 €Complete all data in the questionnaire. You manually fill out the form with all required information
Placing an order on the website
Virtual address for 1 year
Manual form completion
Individual approach
150,00 €Registration with personal support. You only enter contact details, and our specialist will contact you to coordinate the entire process
No forms to fill out
Virtual address for 2 years
Individual approach
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FAQ about Sole Trader Registration
Yes! Slovakia is one of the most business-friendly countries in the EU for entrepreneurs, including foreigners. You can register a sole proprietorship or a limited liability company (Slovak s.r.o.), even if you are not a Slovak citizen.
The process is straightforward, and with our assistance, you can complete your business registration online without visiting any offices. However, you will need a business address in Slovakia—if you don’t have one, we can provide a virtual business address to meet this requirement.
Whether you're a freelancer, consultant, or planning a larger venture, starting a business in Slovakia is a great way to operate in the EU with low taxes and simplified procedures.
The process is straightforward, and with our assistance, you can complete your business registration online without visiting any offices. However, you will need a business address in Slovakia—if you don’t have one, we can provide a virtual business address to meet this requirement.
Whether you're a freelancer, consultant, or planning a larger venture, starting a business in Slovakia is a great way to operate in the EU with low taxes and simplified procedures.
1. Passport, Slovak Residence permit, or another identity document
2. Criminal record certificate with an apostille, not older than 90 days, translated into Slovak by a sworn translator, or a Slovak criminal record certificate (if you have held a Residence permit in Slovakia for more than 6 months).
3. A document confirming the right to use the real estate as a registered office for business activities or a Virtual business address from Oki-Doki
2. Criminal record certificate with an apostille, not older than 90 days, translated into Slovak by a sworn translator, or a Slovak criminal record certificate (if you have held a Residence permit in Slovakia for more than 6 months).
3. A document confirming the right to use the real estate as a registered office for business activities or a Virtual business address from Oki-Doki
To register as a Sole Trader, a foreigner must provide a criminal record certificate with an apostille, not older than 90 days, from their country of citizenship or the country where they have resided continuously for more than 6 months during the last 5 years. The certificate must be translated into Slovak by a sworn translator.
If a foreigner has resided in Slovakia for more than 6 months, they do not need to provide a criminal record certificate from other countries. Providing a Slovak criminal record certificate, which can be obtained at any Slovak post office, is sufficient.
We handle criminal record certificates from Ukraine (for 50 €), as well as sworn translations (30 € for the translation of a Ukrainian certificate). A scan of the certificate is sufficient for Sole Trader/LLC registration.
Details about translation services.
If a foreigner has resided in Slovakia for more than 6 months, they do not need to provide a criminal record certificate from other countries. Providing a Slovak criminal record certificate, which can be obtained at any Slovak post office, is sufficient.
We handle criminal record certificates from Ukraine (for 50 €), as well as sworn translations (30 € for the translation of a Ukrainian certificate). A scan of the certificate is sufficient for Sole Trader/LLC registration.
Details about translation services.
To obtain a criminal record certificate, you need to contact the internal affairs authorities of your country. If you are abroad, you can contact the consulate for information on the procedure.
If you cannot obtain the certificate yourself, we can arrange a criminal record certificate from Ukraine remotely for 50 €. The document is issued with an apostille and a sworn translation into Slovak.
A translated scan of the certificate is sufficient for Sole Trader or LLC registration.
If you cannot obtain the certificate yourself, we can arrange a criminal record certificate from Ukraine remotely for 50 €. The document is issued with an apostille and a sworn translation into Slovak.
A translated scan of the certificate is sufficient for Sole Trader or LLC registration.
To obtain a Slovak criminal record certificate, you must visit the nearest Slovak Post branch. Usually, presenting an identification document, such as a passport or Residence permit card, is sufficient. However, staff may occasionally request a birth certificate translated into Slovak by a sworn translator. If you do not have this document, we recommend visiting a different post office branch. ;)
The cost of this service is 3,50 €, and it can be obtained within an hour.
Criminal record certificate in Slovak: “Výpis z registra trestov”.
If you have your birth certificate with you, we can provide its sworn translation.
Details about translation services.
The cost of this service is 3,50 €, and it can be obtained within an hour.
Criminal record certificate in Slovak: “Výpis z registra trestov”.
If you have your birth certificate with you, we can provide its sworn translation.
Details about translation services.
1. Being at least 18 years old
2. Having a clean criminal record
2. Having a clean criminal record
Foreign nationals who are citizens of EU member states, or foreigners with Permanent residence in EU member states, can start business activities in Slovakia immediately after Sole Trader registration.
Other foreigners need to obtain a Residence permit (Residence permit) that allows business activities before starting. According to Act No. 404/2011 on the Residence of Foreigners, only foreigners with a residence permit for the purpose of business, study, family reunification, or research can engage in business activities.
Since 15.07.2024, foreigners with temporary asylum (Slovak: dočasné útočisko) in Slovakia also have the right to engage in business activities.
If you do not have any of the aforementioned Residence permits, you will need to obtain a residence permit for business purposes after setting up your Sole Trader or LLC.
Other foreigners need to obtain a Residence permit (Residence permit) that allows business activities before starting. According to Act No. 404/2011 on the Residence of Foreigners, only foreigners with a residence permit for the purpose of business, study, family reunification, or research can engage in business activities.
Since 15.07.2024, foreigners with temporary asylum (Slovak: dočasné útočisko) in Slovakia also have the right to engage in business activities.
If you do not have any of the aforementioned Residence permits, you will need to obtain a residence permit for business purposes after setting up your Sole Trader or LLC.
Read our article on the latest changes to the Act on the Residence of Foreigners.
To register as a Sole Trader in Slovakia, a foreigner must provide an address where the business will be registered and provide documents confirming the right to use this property for business activities. This address is also used for the entrepreneur's business mail.
Often, problems arise at this stage, but not for our clients! We provide a virtual business address rental service for Sole Traders and LLCs, which includes managing all mail addressed to the entrepreneur.
Often, problems arise at this stage, but not for our clients! We provide a virtual business address rental service for Sole Traders and LLCs, which includes managing all mail addressed to the entrepreneur.
After registration, we will immediately send your business license to your email and to your Oki-Doki personal account in PDF and ASICE formats.
Also, if you have a Residence permit in Slovakia that grants you the right to engage in business, your Sole Trader entity will appear in the Slovak Business Register — ŽRSR.SK immediately after registration.
Also, if you have a Residence permit in Slovakia that grants you the right to engage in business, your Sole Trader entity will appear in the Slovak Business Register — ŽRSR.SK immediately after registration.
ASICE (Advanced Electronic Signature with Qualified Certificate) is an electronic signature format that ensures a high level of security and legal validity. ASICE complies with European regulations and requirements and is used for exchanging electronic documents, including important legal documents and licenses.
Official government documents in Slovakia are delivered in this format.
Official government documents in Slovakia are delivered in this format.
When registering a Sole Trader business with us, you can order an additional service for the creation and delivery of a paper original of the business license for 10 €. We provide delivery within Slovakia.
You can also obtain a paper original at any Slovak post office. To do this, you need to transfer the ASICE file to a USB flash drive, go to the post office, and request a guaranteed conversion of the document from electronic to paper format (Slovak: Zaručená konverzia do papierovej podoby). This service at the post office costs 2 €.
Additionally, you can obtain an extract from the Business Register (Slovak: Výpis zo živnostenského registra) at any District Office, Department of Trade Licensing. This document has the same legal force as the business license. The service for obtaining an extract costs 3,50 € at the District Office.
You can also obtain a paper original at any Slovak post office. To do this, you need to transfer the ASICE file to a USB flash drive, go to the post office, and request a guaranteed conversion of the document from electronic to paper format (Slovak: Zaručená konverzia do papierovej podoby). This service at the post office costs 2 €.
Additionally, you can obtain an extract from the Business Register (Slovak: Výpis zo živnostenského registra) at any District Office, Department of Trade Licensing. This document has the same legal force as the business license. The service for obtaining an extract costs 3,50 € at the District Office.
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Who has the right to open a business in Slovakia?
| Citizenship/Status | Sole Trader | LLC Founder | LLC Director |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU citizens | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Persons with temporary refuge | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Foreigners with Permanent residence in Slovakia | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Persons with a Residence permit (business, family, study) | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Persons with other types of Residence permits | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Citizens of OECD countries | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Foreigners with Permanent residence in EU or OECD countries | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No* |
| Citizens of other countries (without a Residence permit in Slovakia) | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
How to Open a Sole Trader Business in Slovakia in 2026
Sole proprietorship (Slovak: živnosť) is the most popular form of doing business in Slovakia due to its simplicity, low registration requirements, and minimal administrative barriers. On average, more than 100 new entrepreneurs register every day. Why is a Sole Trader entity so in demand among business people?
Sole Trader registration in Slovakia is available to both EU citizens and foreigners, including citizens of Ukraine with temporary asylum (dočasné útočisko). This is an excellent opportunity to start a business and gain access to the European market.
Sole Trader registration in Slovakia is available to both EU citizens and foreigners, including citizens of Ukraine with temporary asylum (dočasné útočisko). This is an excellent opportunity to start a business and gain access to the European market.
Opening a Sole Trader Business in Slovakia: Requirements and Necessary Documents
The procedure for registering a sole proprietorship in Slovakia is as simplified as possible and does not require a significant time investment. Both residents and non-residents (third-country citizens) can register as a Sole Trader. To apply, you must provide the following documents:
Important! To register as a Sole Trader in Slovakia, you must provide an official registered office address. If you do not have one, you can use the virtual address service from Oki-Doki. After registration, all data is entered into the Slovak Business Register (Živnostenský register).
Important! To register as a Sole Trader in Slovakia, you must provide an official registered office address. If you do not have one, you can use the virtual address service from Oki-Doki. After registration, all data is entered into the Slovak Business Register (Živnostenský register).
Step-by-Step Sole Trader Registration in Slovakia
The process of registering as a Sole Trader (Slovak: živnosť) in Slovakia consists of the following stages:
After registration, the entrepreneur can start their activities immediately.
After registration, the entrepreneur can start their activities immediately.
Taxes and Mandatory Contributions for Sole Traders in Slovakia
As a Sole Trader in Slovakia, you are obliged to fulfill tax and insurance obligations. Below are the updated rules for 2026:
Advantages of Sole Trader Registration in Slovakia
Opening a Sole Trader business in Slovakia provides many benefits, including:
Oki-Doki provides a full range of services for Sole Trader registration, accounting, and business support in Slovakia. With us, the registration process will be fast and without unnecessary complications!
Oki-Doki provides a full range of services for Sole Trader registration, accounting, and business support in Slovakia. With us, the registration process will be fast and without unnecessary complications!
Open a Sole Trader Business in Slovakia Right Now!
Slovakia offers favorable conditions for doing business and a simple system for registering entrepreneurs. Now, opening a Sole Trader business has become even easier: the entire process takes 1–3 working days, and all documentation is processed online!
Oki-Doki will help you quickly and without bureaucratic delays register as a Sole Trader, obtain a business license, and start legal activities in the EU. Register online right now and start earning in Europe!
Oki-Doki will help you quickly and without bureaucratic delays register as a Sole Trader, obtain a business license, and start legal activities in the EU. Register online right now and start earning in Europe!
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Why is it better to register with Oki-Doki?
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Our experience
We are the only web service in Slovakia that registers businesses for both locals and foreigners
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Simplicity
You fill in the data and sign the documents; we take care of the rest. We have made the process as simple as possible
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Part of something bigger
Oki-Doki is part of Úkon.sk, a platform trusted by government authorities and thousands of Slovak entrepreneurs
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Convenience
You get all services from a single provider: from processing and translating criminal record checks to bookkeeping
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Honesty
You don't pay for "intermediation," but for real services — transparently, quickly, and without price discrimination based on your passport
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Information support
Don't worry if something is unclear. We provide detailed articles and specialists to answer your questions
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