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Long-term resident status of the EU under Act No. 404/2011, available after five years of continuous lawful residence in Slovakia. It grants stable residence, broad equal treatment with nationals and the possibility of moving to other EU member states.
Non-EU nationals with five years of continuous lawful residence in Slovakia.
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You generally need at least five years of continuous temporary residence in Slovakia, and the long-term residence must directly follow that period.
You may be absent for no more than six consecutive months and no more than a total of ten months over the qualifying period after notifying the police; longer absences can cause loss of status.
EU long-term residence is available after five years of continuous lawful residence in Slovakia; it grants stable status, broad equal treatment with nationals, and the possibility of moving to other EU states.
You generally need to maintain accommodation, sufficient income or means, and health insurance, and keep your absences within the allowed limits.
Yes. After holding long-term residence for the required period and meeting residence conditions, you can apply for permanent residence in Slovakia.
If you are granted long-term residence in another EU member state, your Slovak long-term residence expires.
Yes. Long-term residence holders can generally sponsor family reunification for a spouse and dependent children, subject to accommodation, income and insurance requirements.
