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30.05.2026 |
In Slovakia, an employee who is on sick leave (PN) is, in most cases, protected from dismissal. Sick leave is considered a protected period, and an employer generally does not have the right to terminate the employee's employment on their own initiative during this time. This rule applies both to Slovak citizens and to foreign nationals who are officially employed under an employment contract.
However, there are exceptions. The most common one is the probationary period. During this period, an employer may terminate the employment relationship even if the employee is on sick leave.... |
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17.05.2026 |
A limited liability company (s.r.o.) in Slovakia has the right to voluntarily register as a VAT payer (DPH) immediately after its registration in the Commercial Register. This can be beneficial for businesses working with other VAT payers or planning to export. However, in certain cases, VAT registration becomes mandatory by law, and this requirement cannot be ignored.
The obligation to register as a VAT payer arises if the company’s annual turnover exceeds €50,000 during a calendar year. In this case, the application for VAT registration must be submitted within 5 worki... |
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03.05.2026 |
Losing your residence permit card is unpleasant, but it is a completely manageable situation. The key is to act quickly and follow the established procedure to avoid fines and document-related issues.
Report the loss to the police. You need to contact a regular police station (not the immigration police) in the area where the loss occurred or where you live in Slovakia. There, you must file a report regarding the loss or theft of your residence permit card. After your report is processed, you will receive an official document confirming the loss or theft. If you have a copy ... |
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