National Visa Type D - Family Reunification
Slovakia
Last updated: December 28, 2025
5 years (renewable)
€200
90 days
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you move to Slovakia to live with your family member who already lives there. Your family member can be your spouse, your child, or your dependent parent. Once approved, you get a residence permit that lets you stay long-term and work. This is NOT a temporary visitor visa. It's for people who want to actually live in Slovakia with their family.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions after 9 months
- Bring spouse and children
- Healthcare access - get health insurance in Slovakia
- Travel freely in Schengen countries
- Permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to citizenship after 12 years
- Access to education and training
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Family member must have legal residence in Slovakia
- Must be married to them (both 18+ years old) OR their unmarried child under 18 OR dependent child over 18 with serious medical problems OR dependent parent
- No criminal record required
- Not flagged as security threat
- Cannot have previous deportations
Financial Requirement
As of July 2025, no requirement to prove savings or income. Your family member in Slovakia promises to support you financially.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid 3+ months after visa expires
- Color photographs2 recent photos (3 × 3.5 cm)
- Marriage or birth certificateProof of relationship - officially translated to Slovak with apostille
- Financial support proofBank statements (3 months), employer letter with salary, or signed promise from family member
- Housing proofApartment lease, property deed, hotel booking, or letter from property owner
- Health insuranceTravel insurance minimum €30,000 coverage
- Criminal record certificateFrom home country - officially translated with apostille
- Travel confirmationAirplane ticket or travel itinerary
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.