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Temporary residence under Act No. 404/2011 for non-EU nationals who carry out, or plan to carry out, business activity in Slovakia (for example as a self-employed person or company executive). It is granted for up to three years and requires evidence that the business activity is genuine and adequately financed.
Entrepreneurs, self-employed people and company executives running a business in Slovakia.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
Frequent issues include a weak or unrealistic business plan, insufficient proof of funds, missing or improperly legalised documents, and a business that looks inactive.
Third-country nationals who intend to carry out business activity in Slovakia, such as running a company or being self-employed, can apply for business temporary residence.
Family reunification is generally possible, allowing a spouse and dependent children to join you, subject to accommodation, income and insurance requirements.
Temporary residence for business is for non-EU nationals carrying out genuine business activity in Slovakia — for example as a self-employed person or company executive — and is granted for up to three years.
Yes. Years of continuous legal residence on a business permit count toward the five years needed for EU long-term residence, which can later lead to permanent residence.
It can be granted for up to three years and renewed if you continue to meet the conditions and your business remains active.
Key documents include a business plan, evidence the business is feasible and sustainable, proof of financial means, accommodation, and a clean criminal record.
