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In Slovakia, a divorce can only be granted by a court, even if both spouses agree to dissolve the marriage. The legal ground for divorce is a serious and irretrievable breakdown of the marital relationship, where the marriage has lost its purpose and reconciliation is no longer possible. A divorce petition must be filed with the District Court having jurisdiction over the spouses' last joint place of residence or the place of residence of one of the spouses. The petition may be submitted by one spouse or jointly by both spouses. The application must be accompanied by the marriage c...

After obtaining temporary protection in Slovakia, Ukrainian citizens are entitled not only to reside and work legally but also to access a range of social services. If you are planning to apply for this status, the specialists at Emigrant.help will assist you in obtaining temporary protection in Slovakia quickly and at a competitive price, as well as provide консультации on all aspects of your further stay in the country. Holders of temporary protection are entitled to medical care within the Slovak healthcare system. They may visit a general practitioner, receive emergency medical ass...

Having obtained temporary protection (dočasné útočisko) in Slovakia, Ukrainian citizens may officially work without obtaining a separate work permit. This significantly simplifies the job search process and allows for faster adaptation to life in a new country. Can You Work with Temporary Protection? Yes. Temporary protection status grants the right to work in Slovakia under the same conditions as other foreigners who have a legal basis for staying in the country. An employer concludes an employment contract with the employee, after which both parties must comply...

If you hold a Slovak residence permit for employment purposes, you may change your employer provided that certain conditions are met. If you have a temporary residence permit for the purpose of employment, you are only allowed to work for the employer and in the position that were approved by the Office of Labour, Social Affairs and Family. Exception: If you graduated from a Slovak university or secondary school, you do not need to obtain permission to change employers—you are free to take up employment with a new employer. What to do when changing your employer: The n...

Temporary protection in Slovakia allows Ukrainians to legally stay in the country, work, access healthcare services, and use essential public services. The application process is usually quick if the required documents are prepared in advance. The specialists at Emigrant.help can assist you throughout the process quickly and at a reasonable cost. To submit an application, you will generally need: a valid international passport or another identity document; children's birth certificates; documents confirming family relationships, if applicable. Even if some...

If you plan to work as a taxi driver in Slovakia, you will need a special taxi driver license. The application process is not complicated, but it requires preparing a specific set of documents. To submit an application, you need to collect the following 7 main documents: Criminal Record Certificate. The document must not be older than 3 months. If you have permanent residence in Slovakia, it is sufficient to obtain the certificate at a post office. If you hold a temporary residence permit or temporary protection status, you will need a criminal record certificate from your c...

When changing your place of residence in Slovakia, it is important for a foreign national not only to move physically but also to properly update their documents. After moving, you have 5 working days to notify the Foreign Police of your change of address. You must contact the office responsible for your new place of residence. The notification can be submitted by e-mail, post, or in person. The application may be written in free form. It must be accompanied by a copy of your valid residence permit card and a document confirming your new address. After that, the Foreign Police will tra...

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....

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...

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 ...

Slovak legislation recognizes a child as an independent subject of property rights. A child may own property, use it, and in certain cases dispose of it — taking into account their age and under the supervision of adults and the state. Children under the age of 14 may independently carry out only minor everyday transactions. All other matters related to property management are handled by parents or guardians, acting exclusively in the best interests of the child. Teenagers aged 14 to 18 have more rights: they may dispose of their earnings, scholarships, and results of intell...

Booking an appointment with the Migration Police of Slovakia is done through the online platform of the Ministry of the Interior. The service is available in Slovak and English and allows you to schedule your visit in advance. During the booking process, you need to provide: the purpose of your visit; the preferred date and time; personal details (full name, date of birth); passport number; residential address in Slovakia. After successful registration, you will receive a PIN code via SMS to the phone number указанного при бронировании. This PIN is...

The rules for receiving compensation for lost baggage in Slovakia comply with general European standards established by Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004. The key provisions include: Right to compensation. Passengers are entitled to claim compensation for lost, damaged, or delayed baggage in accordance with the Montreal Convention. Baggage is considered lost if it has not been found within 21 days after the flight. Deadline for filing a claim. If baggage is damaged, a claim must be submitted within 7 days from the date of receipt. In case of delayed baggage, the claim must be...

Working as a sole trader (self-employed) is not employment in the traditional sense but rather a partnership between two independent parties: an entrepreneur and a client company. This type of cooperation is regulated not by the Slovak Labor Code but by civil law, which means there are no formal employment obligations. As a result, the income (remuneration) is often higher. For companies, working with a sole trader is beneficial because it reduces their expenses. The company is not required to pay your social and insurance contributions (which are about 35.2% of the salary under a regu...

The driving school exam in Slovakia consists of three mandatory stages that assess both theoretical knowledge and practical driving skills of the future driver. 1. Written Test at the Police Department The exam begins with a computer-based test at the police department. The candidate is given 40 multiple-choice questions and has 30 minutes to complete them. To pass this stage successfully, a minimum of 90 points out of 100 is required. The questions cover traffic regulations, road signs, road safety principles, as well as basic knowledge of first aid and vehicle operation. 2. Dr...