Overview of Slovakia
Slovakia, a landlocked country in Central Europe, is bordered by the Czech Republic, Poland, Ukraine, Hungary, and Austria. With a population of about 5.4 million, the official language is Slovak. Its capital, Bratislava, situated along the Danube River, is known for its charming old town and vibrant cultural scene. Slovakia is renowned for its picturesque mountainous landscapes, medieval castles, and thermal spas. The country became a member of the Schengen Area in 2007, enabling seamless travel across European borders.
Slovakia Schengen Visa Eligibility
Schengen visa eligibility for Slovakia includes third country nationals from the following states, who are excluded from visa-free to Slovakia/the Schengen area, and are therefore eligible to apply for a Slovakia Schengen visa:
| 1. AFGHANISTAN | 53. LAOS |
| 2. ALGERIA | 54. LEBANON |
| 3. ANGOLA | 55. LESOTHO |
| 4. ARMENIA | 56. LIBERIA |
| 5. AZERBAIJAN | 57. LIBYA |
| 6. BAHRAIN | 58. MADAGASCAR |
| 7. BANGLADESH | 59. MALAWI |
| 8. BELARUS | 60. MALDIVES |
| 9. BELIZE | 61. MALI |
| 10. BENIN | 62. MAURITANIA |
| 11. BHUTAN | 63. MONGOLIA |
| 12. BOLIVIA | 64. MOROCCO |
| 13. BOTSWANA | 65. MOZAMBIQUE |
| 14. BURKINA FASO | 66. NAMIBIA |
| 15. BURMA/MYANMAR | 67. NAURU |
| 16. BURUNDI | 68. NEPAL |
| 17. CAMBODIA | 69. NIGER |
| 18. CAMEROON | 70. NIGERIA |
| 19. CAPE VERDE | 71. NORTH KOREA |
| 20. CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC | 72. OMAN |
| 21. CHAD | 73. PAKISTAN |
| 22. CHINA | 74. PAPUA NEW GUINEA |
| 23. COMOROS | 75. PHILIPPINES |
| 24. CONGO | 76. QATAR |
| 25. COTE D’IVOIRE | 77. RUSSIA |
| 26. CUBA | 78. RWANDA |
| 27. DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO | 79. SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE |
| 28. DJIBOUTI | 80. SAUDI ARABIA |
| 29. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | 81. SENEGAL |
| 30. ECUADOR | 82. SIERRA LEONE |
| 31. EGYPT | 83. SOMALIA |
| 32. EQUATORIAL GUINEA | 84. SOUTH AFRICA |
| 33. ERITREA | 85. SOUTH SUDAN |
| 34. ETHIOPIA | 86. SRI LANKA |
| 35. FIJI | 87. SUDAN |
| 36. GABON | 88. SURINAME |
| 37. GAMBIA | 89. SWAZILAND |
| 38. GHANA | 90. SYRIA |
| 39. GUINEA | 91. TAJIKISTAN |
| 40. GUINEA-BISSAU | 92. TANZANIA |
| 41. GUYANA | 93. THAILAND |
| 42. HAITI | 94. TOGO |
| 43. INDIA | 95. TUNISIA |
| 44. INDONESIA | 96. TURKEY |
| 45. IRAN | 97. TURKMENISTAN |
| 46. IRAQ | 98. UGANDA |
| 47. JAMAICA | 99. UZBEKISTAN |
| 48. JORDAN | 100.VIETNAM |
| 49. KAZAKHSTAN | 101.YEMEN |
| 50. KENYA | 102.ZAMBIA |
| 51. KUWAIT | 103.ZIMBABWE |
| 52. KYRGYZSTAN |
Third party nationals from the following entities/territories are also required to apply for a Schengen visa: KOSOVO and the PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY.
When to Apply for a Slovakia Schengen Visa
Applicants should submit their Slovakia Schengen visa applications no more than six months before their planned trip and no later than 15 calendar days prior to departure. It is advisable to apply well in advance to accommodate any potential processing delays.
Processing Time for Slovakia Schengen Visa
The processing time for a Slovakia Schengen visa typically ranges from 10 to 15 calendar days from the date of application. However, during peak travel seasons or in individual cases, processing times may extend up to 30 or even 60 days. Therefore, early application is recommended to ensure sufficient time for visa processing.
Important Entry Notes
Your visa may be revoked if you do not notify the Slovak consulate or visa application center of any changes to your travel itinerary after submitting your application. Possession of a Schengen visa does not guarantee entry into Slovakia or the Schengen Area; border authorities have the final decision on entry and may require additional documentation. Be prepared to present documents verifying your financial means, accommodation details, and the purpose of your visit upon arrival in Slovakia.
