Slovak Republic

Business visit visa / Work visa

Slovak immigration policy provides several options for employers of foreign nationals; however, it does aim to limit employment-based immigration and strengthen border controls while also supporting the development of global partnerships. The policy generally aims to welcome foreign workers in shortage professions who will use their skills to contribute to the growth of the Slovak economy.

Business visitors to the Slovak Republic typically use a local version of the "Schengen C Visa", which foreign nationals are required to obtain before travel unless they are visa exempt based on their nationality. The Schengen Area generally limits stays to 90 days in any 180-day period.

The main work authorization categories are the EU ICT Permit, suitable for the intracompany transfer of managers, specialists and graduate trainees from outside the European Union; the Single Permit for Local Hires, suitable for locally hiring experienced foreign workers where no local staff is available; and the EU Blue Card, suitable for local hiring of highly skilled, highly paid workers.

EU/European Economic Area (EEA)/Swiss nationals do not require work or residence permits, but they must report their stay and register their residence if their stay exceeds three months.

European Union

Business visit visa / Work visa

Business visitors to the European Union typically use a local version of the "Schengen C Visa" (granted by the country to visit / work in) unless they are visa exempt. The Schengen Area limits stays for visitors to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted cumulatively across the Schengen Area. Depending on the nature of the activities, stays may be limited to 90 days in a 12-month period.

EU Blue Card

The EU Blue Card is Europe's answer to the US Green Card. The EU Blue Card is a work- and residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals. The European Blue Card provides comprehensive socio-economic rights and a path towards permanent residence and EU citizenship. It is suitable for highly skilled employees who meet a minimum salary requirement, sign an employee contract and are paid via payroll, typically granted for up to four years. Apply here.

EU Intracompany Transferee (ICT) Work and Residence Permit

The "EU ICT Permit" (locally called "ICT Card") is suitable for highly skilled managers, specialists and trainees on assignment within a company group and typically granted for up to three years. The EU-ICT permit is a preferred option for companies who need the best solutions available for intra-corporate mobility of their workforce in Europe.

European Economic Area/EU/Swiss nationals are generally visa and work permit exempt.