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SlovakiaStudyLast checked October 17, 2026

Temporary residence for study

Temporary residence for study is granted to university students, full-time secondary school pupils within age limits, and people in university-run language or preparatory courses. It lasts for the expected study period, up to six years. Holders may also run a business.

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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.

Official rates, 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.3

#52 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

International students at Slovak universities and qualifying secondary school pupils.

Eligibility

  • University students

    Students of a university (s. 24(1)(b)).

  • Secondary pupilsSecondary pupils

    You need to be a full-time secondary pupil, under the age limit when you apply.

    Age limit at application

    Standardat application
    Under 20
    Some programmesat application
    Under 23
    • Study must be full-time at secondary level
    • Legal basis: s. 24(1)(a)
    Official wording

    Full-time secondary pupils under 20 at application (under 23 for some programmes) (s. 24(1)(a)).

  • Preparatory courses

    Language or professional preparation for university study organised by a Slovak university (s. 24(1)(c)).

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  • Next requirementBusiness
  • Document checklistConfirmation of study
  • FeesAdministrative fee

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