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Passport service in Bratislava: address, appointment, and documents

Passport service in Bratislava: address, appointment, and documents

26.07.2026
When Shops Are Closed in Slovakia — Calendar of Holidays and Days Off in 2026

When Shops Are Closed in Slovakia — Calendar of Holidays and Days Off in 2026

26.07.2026
Refund of Overpaid Tax in Slovakia — How to Get Your Money Back

Refund of Overpaid Tax in Slovakia — How to Get Your Money Back

26.07.2026
Fines for Vignettes in Slovakia 2026 — How Much, For What, and Where You Can Drive Without One

Fines for Vignettes in Slovakia 2026 — How Much, For What, and Where You Can Drive Without One

02.03.2026
Closing a temporary shelter in Slovakia: what you need to know before leaving

Closing a temporary shelter in Slovakia: what you need to know before leaving

15.02.2026
Complete Guide for Ukrainians on How to Get a Driver's License in Slovakia from Scratch in 2026

Complete Guide for Ukrainians on How to Get a Driver's License in Slovakia from Scratch in 2026

22.01.2026
Certificate of good standing in Slovakia — how much it costs and how to get it

Certificate of good standing in Slovakia — how much it costs and how to get it

20.01.2026
Main documents for foreigners in Slovakia and how to get them

Main documents for foreigners in Slovakia and how to get them

10.10.2025
Apostille: What it is and when you need it for Ukrainian documents

Apostille: What it is and when you need it for Ukrainian documents

01.10.2025
Options for Ukrainian citizens staying in Slovakia

Options for Ukrainian citizens staying in Slovakia

23.09.2025
What is happening with the reservation system at the Slovak migration police

What is happening with the reservation system at the Slovak migration police

06.09.2025
How a Ukrainian can open a bank account in Slovakia

How a Ukrainian can open a bank account in Slovakia

06.09.2025
How to book an appointment at the Slovak migration police

How to book an appointment at the Slovak migration police

21.08.2025
Moving, marriage, new passport? You must inform the police

Moving, marriage, new passport? You must inform the police

18.08.2025
What can I bring into Slovakia?

What can I bring into Slovakia?

10.08.2025
Slovak Healthcare System: A Detailed Guide for Ukrainians

Slovak Healthcare System: A Detailed Guide for Ukrainians

07.08.2025
Sole-trader licence for Ukrainians in Slovakia: who can open one, how much it costs, and what taxes to pay

Sole-trader licence for Ukrainians in Slovakia: who can open one, how much it costs, and what taxes to pay

10.06.2025
How to get permanent residency and citizenship in Slovakia

How to get permanent residency and citizenship in Slovakia

01.06.2025
Decree in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

Decree in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

01.06.2025
Electronic Signature in Slovakia: How to Get One

Electronic Signature in Slovakia: How to Get One

01.06.2025
How to work abroad with Slovak documents

How to work abroad with Slovak documents

01.06.2025
Car customs clearance from Ukraine in Slovakia: step-by-step process

Car customs clearance from Ukraine in Slovakia: step-by-step process

01.06.2025
Slovak pension system: how the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd pillars work

Slovak pension system: how the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd pillars work

01.06.2025
Temporary residence after university: 9 months to look for a job or start a business

Temporary residence after university: 9 months to look for a job or start a business

31.05.2025
IOM Centrum: free help for migrants

IOM Centrum: free help for migrants

31.05.2025
Simplified recognition of a certificate or diploma in Slovakia

Simplified recognition of a certificate or diploma in Slovakia

30.05.2025
Where to find a translator for official documents

Where to find a translator for official documents

30.05.2025
Annual tax return in Slovakia: what it is and how not to lose your residence permit

Annual tax return in Slovakia: what it is and how not to lose your residence permit

30.05.2025
How to recognize scammers in Slovakia and not become a victim

How to recognize scammers in Slovakia and not become a victim

30.05.2025
Exchange of Ukrainian driver's licenses in Slovakia

Exchange of Ukrainian driver's licenses in Slovakia

30.05.2025