Key Points
- Slovakia introduced new immigration and employment legislation on July 15, 2024
Immigration Changes
The government of Slovakia introduced new immigration legislation on July 15, 2024. The legislation includes the following changes:
- Employers must electronically submit a “Request for Confirmation on the Possibility to Fill a Vacancy”
- Foreign nationals can start working once they submit a complete application and processing times have been shortened from 90 to 60 days
- Blue Cards, with new salary and educational requirements, will be valid for five years
- Long-Term Residence Permit applicants must prove Slovak language knowledge at level A2 starting July 15, 2025
- Various permits now require bank account statements for the last three months
- Certain applications for a change of purpose will only be possible through Slovak embassies abroad
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Slovakia’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: UN Migration, Slovakia
