Living in Slovakia
Europe — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Bratislava
Currency
EUR
Continent
Europe
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Slovakia.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Slovakia
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Visa Free | — |
| Belgium | Visa Free | — |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | — |
| Croatia | Visa Free | — |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | — |
| Czechia | Visa Free | — |
| Denmark | Visa Free | — |
| Estonia | Visa Free | — |
| Finland | Visa Free | — |
| France | Visa Free | — |
Detailed visa guides for Slovakia
Monthly costs
Bratislava
Rent (center)
800 USD/mo
Groceries
300 USD/mo
Transport
35 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,275 USD/mo
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Work permits
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Single Permit (Work and Residence)
Duration: Up to 2 years, renewable
Non-EU nationals with a job offer from a Slovak employer
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EU Blue Card
Duration: Up to 4 years
Highly qualified workers with higher education and job offer above salary threshold
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
19% – 25%
Social Security (Employee)
0.134%
EU Blue Card available. Affordable EU country.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Slovakia. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Slovakia eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Language
iTalki
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