Residence Permit

Residence Permit checklist

Police department shall grant the temporary residence for the purpose of studies for the expected duration of studies with a maximum of 6 years. The temporary residence for the purpose of studies remains valid for up to 30 days after the completion of university studies. The university diploma and the state examination certificate serve as a proof of the completed studies.

Students who completed their university education in Slovakia (full degree studies) can apply for the renewal of their temporary residence after the completion of their studies for the purpose of job seeking or starting a business. In this case, it can be prolonged for 9 months.

Check List
  • Completed application form
  • 2 recent full-face colour photographs 3 × 3.5 cm
  • Valid passport
  • Document proving the purpose of the stay (in Slovak)
  • Document proving sufficient financial resources for the stay (in Slovak)
  • Criminal record extract (apostilled or superlegalised)