Permanent Residence for an Unlimited Period in Slovakia

Permanent residence for an unlimited period is granted to foreign nationals who meet specific requirements under Slovak law. This status provides a high level of stability and grants rights similar to those of Slovak citizens (except for voting rights and access to certain public offices).

Permanent residence for an unlimited period may be obtained in the following cases:

• After 4 years of residence with a 5-year permanent residence permit. If a foreign national already holds a 5-year permanent residence permit and has lived in this status for at least four years, they may apply for permanent residence for an unlimited period. This status removes the need to renew the permit every five years and allows permanent residence in Slovakia.
• For children under 18 years of age, if one of the parents already holds permanent residence for an unlimited period. In this case, the child may obtain the same status as the parent without having to wait for the four-year residence period.

When reviewing an application, the immigration authorities assess whether the applicant has a stable income, valid health insurance, and other conditions required for lawful residence in Slovakia.

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