Registration as a citizen of the European Union (2025)

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Registration of a citizen of the European Union

As an EU country, the Slovak Republic allows EU citizens to move, live and work freely within its territory. Registration of a citizen of the European Union is required if you plan to stay in Slovakia for more than three months. In this article you will find out what the registration requirements are, the documents you need and what rights registration gives you.

Warning. The aim of this information guide is to provide basic information on the conditions, procedure and obligations associated with obtaining and maintaining registration as a citizen of the European Union in Slovakia. They are by no means a detailed guide on how to obtain a residence permit. Each case is individual and requires a specific procedure and approach to the applicant's case.

Who can apply to register as a citizen of the European Union

Registration of a citizen of the European Union in Slovakia is compulsory for persons who plan to stay in Slovakia for more than three months. They can apply for registration:

EU nationalswho are employed, doing business, studying or have sufficient financial means to stay in Slovakia.
Family members of an EU nationalif they accompany or join him/her on the stay.

EU nationals have the right to stay in Slovakia without registering for up to 90 days, but longer stays are subject to registration requirements.

Conditions for registering as a citizen of the European Union

To apply for residence registration, an EU national must meet the following conditions:

Prove the purpose of your stay - employment, business, study or sufficient financial security.
Demonstrate financial security - an EU citizen must have sufficient resources for residence and health insurance to avoid becoming a burden on the Slovak social security system.
Prove your integrity - in some cases, a criminal record may be required.
Provide proof of accommodation - for example, a lease agreement, title deed or consent of the property owner.
Proof of health insurance - a health insurance certificate valid in the territory of the Slovak Republic.

Once these conditions are met, EU citizens can obtain a residence registration certificate, which allows them to stay in Slovakia for a long time.

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Price of service

550 EUR

+ VAT, administrative fees and translations

The price of the service may vary depending on the client's needs and the actions performed. For an accurate price, it is necessary to make a basic analysis of your needs.

How can we help you?

Process acceleration

Directing the client where to apply for which documents, how to properly endorse them with the necessary clause or how to properly translate the document officially.

Elaboration of documentation

We will prepare a complete file for you, which you just need to submit to the Aliens Police Department.

Establishment of a company or trade

We will create your company, whose manager and owner you will become on the day of granting temporary residence. Without the need for the composition of the share capital.

Representation

From the submission of the application, we will take over the entire process into our own hands and, if necessary, our personal assistant will represent you directly at the offices.

Why choose the services of experts?

The most common problem for foreigners when submitting an application is incomplete documentation, incorrect, incorrectly verified or officially incorrectly translated into the Slovak language. Another problem can be communication with authorities, where there is often a communication barrier.

Vízum.sk is a reliable partner for businessmen from abroad who want to successfully obtain and maintain a temporary residence in Slovakia. Get advice from experts and avoid complications in the process of arranging your stay.

Choosing the services of professionals when applying for European Union citizen registration can significantly increase the chances of success and save both time and stress.

Required documents

The following documents are required to apply:

Applying for registration as a citizen of the European Union

A citizen of the European Union who wishes to register for residence in Slovakia must apply in person at the Aliens Police Department at the place of residence. It is not possible to submit an application by proxy - the applicant must appear in person.

All required documents must be submitted at the time of application or the application will not be accepted. In the event of an incomplete application, the Authority will provide the applicant with information on the missing documents that need to be completed.

Needed documents

Completed application form - the official form is correctly and completely filled in "Application for registration as a citizen of the Union, ENG (205.6 kB), PDF".
Valid ID card or passport - proof of identity and EU citizenship.
Proof of purpose of stay - This could be a contract of employment, a certificate of study, proof of business activity or proof of sufficient financial resources.
Proof of accommodation - lease agreement, title deed or confirmation from the property owner.
Health insurance - proof of valid health insurance in Slovakia.
Administrative fee - if required, must be paid at the time of application.

Proof of purpose of stay

When registering to stay in Slovakia, EU nationals must prove the reason for their stay. Here are the common reasons and how to prove them:

Employment
Business
The study
Family reunification
Financially independent person
Job search

Financial security of the stay

Accommodation

Approval process

The registration of a citizen of the European Union is approved directly at the time of filing if the applicant submits all the documents required by law.

Granting and issuing a residence card

The issue of a residence card of a citizen of the European Union is processed immediately after the application is submitted. The card will be delivered to the applicant within either 2 days or 30 days, depending on the service chosen.

Obligations after obtaining temporary residence

Once you have successfully registered as an EU national, you have the following obligations:

Report any changes - e.g. change of address, employer or marital status.
Proving that you meet the conditions for residence - if necessary, proof of financial stability or purpose of residence may be required.
Renew your stay on time - if you plan to stay in Slovakia for a long time, you should make sure you have the documents you need for your next stay in good time.

Renewal of temporary residence

EU nationals who have registered their residence in Slovakia can renew it if they continue to meet the conditions. The renewal process is important for those who plan to stay in Slovakia for the long term.

The most common reasons for refusing an application

- Incomplete or incorrect documents
- Insufficient proof of purpose of stay
- Negative security clearance

Registering as a citizen of the European Union in Slovakia is simple processif all conditions are met and the required documents are correctly submitted. Thorough preparation and knowledge of the procedures can speed up and simplify the whole process.

Application for permanent residence for a family member of a Union citizen

A non-EU family member of a European Union (EU) citizen has the right to apply for permanent residence in Slovakiaif it meets the legal conditions. This type of residence allows long-term stay in the Slovak Republic with the right to work, health care and social security.

Who can apply?

O permanent residence of a family member of a Union citizen may be requested by a person who is:

spouse of an EU national
Child of an EU national or his/her spouse under the age of 21 or dependent,
the parent of an EU national if they are dependent on them,
another family member who can prove they are dependent on the EU national for care.

How to apply?

The application shall be submitted to the relevant department of the Aliens Police. It is necessary to submit:

a valid travel document,
proof of family relationship to the EU national (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.)
proof of residence as an EU national in Slovakia
proof of housing and financial security,
health insurance.

Once the conditions have been met and the application has been approved, the Aliens Police will issue a permanent residence of a family member of a Union citizenwhich allows him to move and reside freely in Slovakia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will it take to prepare the documentation?

The preparation of the documentation required for submitting an application for a residence permit differs depending on the purpose of the stay.
We move normally ranging from 14 to 30 days. Also, all circumstances depend on the workload of the offices through which we provide the given action. It also depends on the authorities in the applicant's home country. As a rule, securing an extract from the criminal record in the applicant's home country takes the longest.

How long does the process of obtaining a stay take?

The Border and Alien Police Office is established by law 90 days to respond to the request. However, the procedure may be extended in the case of an incorrectly submitted or incomplete application or possible deficiencies or ambiguities in the applicant's documents themselves. In such a case, the authority will grant the applicant a specified period in which to eliminate deficiencies.

How is the application made?

The foreigner shall apply for temporary residence for the purpose of doing business in person, either at the Slovak embassy in your country of origin or at any department of the Foreign Police in the Slovak Republicif he or she is already lawfully staying in Slovakia on the basis of a national D visa.

When submitting an application, the applicant must submit all the required documents as stipulated by law, otherwise the Office will not accept his/her application. If the documents are incomplete, the foreigner will receive written information on what documents need to be completed in order for the application to be accepted.

What is the most important thing to know before proceeding?

First of all, it is necessary to be aware of the fact that granting a residence permit to a foreigner is a serious matter, and before starting any cooperation, it is necessary to take into account the fact that every foreigner who obtains a residence permit in Slovakia is obliged to comply with the relevant law on the residence of foreigners, and therefore in particular to stay in Slovakia and devote himself to the purposes on the basis of which he applied for residence.