Cudzinecká polícia (Foreigners' Police Department) is a police department for foreigners where all matters related to staying in Slovakia are handled. This is where you go for permits, address registration, and other documents.
What to go there for
- Applying for and extending residence permits (pobyt).
- Registering your place of residence and address changes.
- Obtaining residence permits (pobytový preukaz).
Appointments are almost always by prior booking. It is often impossible to come without an appointment, so book your time in advance. Bring your passport and all documents in original and copies to your meeting; some papers may require an official translation. Queues can be long, and available appointment slots are taken quickly, so plan your visit ahead, especially when your permit is about to expire.
