Dog Tax in Slovakia

When a dog reaches six months of age, it is necessary to pay a tax. In some cases, it can be avoided:

The first way is if the dog is used for scientific and research purposes. This shows the flexibility of the tax system and the importance of such animals in scientific work.

The second way is if the dog lives in an animal shelter. This helps to encourage the care of homeless animals and provide them with decent conditions.

The third way is if the dog is a guide dog. Here the tax system takes into account the important role of these dogs in maintaining the quality of life of people with disabilities.

The fourth way is if the owner or keeper of the dog is a foreigner under the Asylum Act. This takes into account the specific status of dog owners and the contribution of foreigners to the country.

In addition, municipalities have the right to establish additional grounds for exemption from the dog tax. These may include various factors such as the age of the dog owner, their income, their status as an old-age or disability pensioner, and whether the dog was acquired from a shelter.

The tax liability begins on the first day of the calendar month following the month in which the dog became the object of taxation. The dog tax rate is determined by each municipality separately in euros for one calendar year. The amount depends on the city and the place where the dog is kept and ranges from 10 to 50 euros for individuals and up to 400 euros per year for legal entities.