Občiansky preukaz is a national identity card in Slovakia. Citizens of the country have it, but most foreigners use a residence permit (pobytový preukaz) instead.
What you should know
- This is the main document that proves a citizen's identity.
- Foreigners with a residence permit receive a pobytový preukaz, not an občiansky preukaz.
- Both documents have an expiration date, which you must track and renew on time.
For Ukrainians, this means: when you are asked for an "občiansky preukaz," they usually mean any official identification document, and in your case, it will be your residence permit or your foreign passport. You can only get an občiansky preukaz as such if you have Slovak citizenship. Carry the document with you because it may be requested during official actions, at the bank, or during a check.
