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At a glance

Living index rating
Affordable
Monthly rent
€135 – €150 in a university dormitory; €450 – €900 for a flat in Bratislava
Monthly food
€150 – €250
Other monthly expenses
€80 – €150 (transport, health insurance, phone, personal)
Visa processing time
Currently 30 days; up to 90 days for applications from 15 July 2026
Family allowed for students
Limited

Visa requirements

  • Temporary residence for the purpose of study, applied for at a Slovak embassy or the Foreign Police in Slovakia (a national D visa can be used to enter and apply)
  • Confirmation of study from a Slovak university
  • Proof of funds for your stay (at least the subsistence minimum for each month)
  • Clean criminal record certificate, proof of accommodation and health insurance
  • Work up to 20 hours a week without a work permit

Work permit after studies

  • After graduating from a Slovak university, you can renew your temporary residence for up to 9 months to look for a job or start a business
  • With a job, switch to a single permit or EU Blue Card

Citizenship route

  • Permanent residence after 5 years of continuous temporary residence
  • Citizenship after 8 years of permanent residence, with Slovak language and general knowledge tests
  • Dual citizenship is generally not allowed

Family details

  • Family reunification is possible for spouses and minor children of some foreigners with temporary residence, but study permits come with stricter conditions
  • You must show funds and accommodation for them; check with the Migration Information Centre (MIC) before planning

Universities in Slovakia

Top-ranked

All other universities and colleges (23), A–Z

This guide is for general information. Visa and immigration rules change often, so always check the official government website before you apply. Last updated 6 October 2026.