National Visa (Type D)
Slovakia
Last updated: December 28, 2025
1 year
$49-$97
30 days
High
About this Visa
This visa lets educated workers come to Slovakia for jobs. You apply in your home country before arriving. It allows you to work for a specific employer and live in Slovakia for up to one year. You need a real job offer to qualify. Slovakia wants to attract skilled people. The visa has different types: graduates seeking jobs, people with job offers, transferred workers, and drivers.
Key Benefits
- Work immediately (no waiting for extra permits)
- Travel to other European countries for 90 days per 6-month period
- Get health insurance through requirement
- Become permanent resident after 5 years
- Become Slovak citizen after 8 years
- Stay longer if job continues
- Work any job that meets visa requirements
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- University degree required (or 3+ years university study)
- Real job offer in Slovakia (or searching 90 days max)
- No criminal record (any conviction = rejection)
- Health insurance (€30,000 minimum)
- Enough money (€56 per day for your stay)
- Cannot already have another work/study residence permit
- Cannot have any criminal conviction
Financial Requirement
Show at least €56 per day ($66 USD) in a bank account. For 1 year: €20,440 ($23,945 USD). This requirement drops to €26/day if your employer provides housing.
Documents
- Valid passportValid 3+ months beyond departure date
- Application formCompleted
- PhotoRecent color photo (3x3.5 cm)
- Employment contractIn Slovak language
- Proof of housingConfirmation of residence in Slovakia
- Health insurance€30,000+ coverage, all of Europe
- Criminal recordFrom home country, less than 90 days old, translated to Slovak, with apostille stamp
- Bank statementShowing €56/day minimum funds
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.