Slovakia Visa

Schengen Application Form

One application form duly completed, printed, and signed by the applicant. The form must be submitted physically at the Embassy, Consulate, or VFS Global center representing Slovakia. Parents or legal guardians must sign on behalf of minors.

Valid Passport

Must be valid 3 months beyond your intended date of departure from the Schengen area; must have been issued within the last 10 years; must contain at least 2 blank pages. A copy of the personal data page and all previous Schengen visas is required.

Passport Photos

One recent (6 months maximum), color photo meeting standard Schengen biometric specifications, taken against a plain white background.

Travel Medical Insurance

Valid throughout the entire Schengen area; minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies, urgent hospital treatment, and repatriation costs, including in the event of death. The insurance must be valid for all Schengen states.

Proof of Travel (Itinerary)

Confirmed round-trip flight reservations and a detailed travel plan covering all destinations and means of transport within Slovakia and the broader Schengen area. For first-time travelers, fully paid tickets are often requested.

Proof of Accommodation

Confirmed hotel reservations or other accommodation bookings for the full duration of the stay. If staying with a host, a formal Invitation Letter attested by the Slovak Foreign Police is mandatory.

Proof of Financial Means

Original bank statements (for the last 3-6 months, stamped and signed by the bank) proving sufficient funds. The required minimum is €56 per person per day. This amount is reduced to €26 per day if the applicant has already paid for accommodation.

Proof of Employment / Ties to Home Country

A signed letter from your employer (on company letterhead, stating position, salary, and approved leave dates) and the last three months’ salary slips. Business documents and tax returns are required for self-employed applicants.

Proof of Legal Residence (If Applicable)

Valid residence permit in your current country of residence (if you are not a national); this permit must be valid 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area.

Documents for Minors (Under 18)

Original Birth Certificate, a notarized Parental Consent letter from the non-travelling parent(s), and copies of both parents’ passports or IDs.