National Visa Type D for Employment
Slovakia
Last updated: December 28, 2025
1 year
$38
15 days
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you work in Slovakia for up to one year. It's for people from outside Europe who have a job offer or want to find a job as a skilled worker. Once you get this visa, you can live and work in Slovakia legally. The visa is ACTIVE and available now (December 2025). You can apply if you have a job offer from a Slovak company or if you're a highly skilled worker looking for a job. Special Note: Truck drivers from 19 specific countries (like India, Ukraine, or Philippines) get a faster process with 5,000 spots available per year.
Key Benefits
- Work legally without restrictions in your job
- Travel freely across 29 European countries (90 days per 6 months)
- Free healthcare like Slovak workers get
- Bring family—Your spouse and children can join you
- Same pay rules as Slovak workers
- Get permanent residence after 5 years of work
- Become a citizen after 8 years (or 5 if married to a Slovak person)
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- No minimum age (minors need parent permission)
- Job offer required—Must have real employment from Slovak company
- Education varies—Depends on the job (some need degree, others need experience)
- No language test required for initial visa
- Clean criminal record—No serious crimes allowed
- Good health—No dangerous diseases
- Financial proof—Must show €284/month minimum income
- Documents—Must gather all required paperwork
Financial Requirement
Show you have at least $334 per month (€284) to support yourself. Use bank statements from the last 6–12 months as proof. Your employer must also prove they can support you.
Documents
- Employment contractFrom your Slovak employer (must be in Slovak)
- Valid passportGood for at least 90 days after you leave
- Passport photos4 recent color photos (3Ă—3.5 cm size)
- Proof of housingSigned confirmation from your landlord or employer
- Criminal record certificateFrom your country (officially translated)
- Health insuranceCovering at least $35,000
- Proof of moneyBank statements showing €284+ monthly income
- Completed application formDownload from MZV website
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.