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Entry requirements

Slovakia

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Freedom of movement

EU Directive 2004/38 says Member States shall let Union citizens enter with a valid identity card or passport, and family members who are not nationals of a Member State with a valid passport; no entry visa or equivalent formality may be imposed on Union citizens.

Visa

Not required

Document

The UK government says Slovakia follows Schengen area rules: your passport must have a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive and an expiry date at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area.

Access

no entry visa or equivalent formality may be imposed on Union citizens.

What you need to know

  1. Regime

    Freedom of movement

  2. Detail

    Stay window · 180 days (rolling)

  3. Notes

    EU Directive 2004/38 says Member States shall let Union citizens enter with a valid identity card or passport, and family members who are not nationals of a Member State with a valid passport; no entry visa or equivalent formality may be imposed on Union citizens.

  4. Passport validity

    The UK government says Slovakia follows Schengen area rules: your passport must have a date of issue less than 10 years before the date you arrive and an expiry date at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area.

  5. Proof of funds

    The European Commission's table of reference amounts required for the crossing of the external border, fixed by national authorities, lists EUR 56 per day and per person for Slovakia. The UK government says that at border control you may need to prove you have enough money for your stay.

  6. Travel insurance

    The EU Visa Code requires Schengen visa applicants to hold travel medical insurance valid throughout the Member States for the entire intended stay, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.

Before you go

  • Check your travel document validity.
  • Review any official updates.
  • Keep contact details for the relevant authorities.

Entry requirements can change: always confirm the latest information with the competent authorities before departure.