Slovak citizenship by naturalisation
Applicants generally need at least eight years of continuous permanent residence in Slovakia immediately before applying. They must be of good character, show Slovak language skills (written and spoken) and general knowledge of Slovakia, and meet their legal obligations as foreigners. Spouses of Slovak citizens can apply after five years of marriage and living together in Slovakia.
Life in Slovakia
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
64
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
19–35%
Income tax (national)
VAT 23%
19% up to 154.8 times the subsistence minimum, 25% to 212.4 times, 30% to 264 times, 35% above; non-taxable part of the tax base applies.
Living
1
Happiness
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Who it’s for
Long-term permanent residents of Slovakia and spouses of Slovak citizens.
Eligibility
Residence
Continuous permanent residence for at least eight years immediately before applying (s. 7(1)(a)).
Good character
No recent intentional crime convictions (s. 7(1)(b)).
Language and knowledge
You need written and spoken Slovak and general knowledge of Slovakia.
Exemptions
- Under ageexempt
- 14
- Over ageexempt
- 65
- Czech citizens are also exempt
- Exemptions listed include these cases
- Legal basis: s. 7(1)(h)
Official wording
Slovak written and spoken and general knowledge of Slovakia; exemptions include under 14, over 65, Czech citizens (s. 7(1)(h)).
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