Slovakia visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Slovakia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Slovak Visa.

  • Original passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the expiry date of the visa being applied for. The original passport should be provided along with a photocopy of each page.
  • Two recent passport-sized photos 35mm x 40mm
  • Fully accomplished and duly signed application form.
  • Detailed original flight itinerary indicating arrival and departure date.
  • Evidence of sufficient financial means (recent original bank or credit card statements).
  • Travel health insurance.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Determine the type of visa to apply.
  • Flight Itinerary.

Slovakia Visa for Filipinos

Facts about Slovakia

Slovakia is a landlocked country in Central Europe with over 5 million residents. It shares borders in the north with Poland, Ukraine to the east, the Czech Republic to the west, Hungary to the south, and Austria to the southwest.

Slovakia has the highest number of castles and chateaux per capita in the world. One of the most famous is the Spiš Castle, which is part of the UNESCO List of World’s Cultural and Natural Heritage.

Slovakia is a member of the European Union and Schengen system, thus it can issue a Schengen visa.

Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Slovakia and will land you in jail, the alcohol tolerance level is zero per cent. Avoid getting involved in drugs in any way, the penalty for drug-related offences are very severe.

Types of Slovakia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 10-15 days 90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Tourist visa 10-15 days 90 days(extendable to 180 days)
Work visa 20 days 90 days

General Requirements for Slovakia Visa

  • Original passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the expiry date of the visa being applied for. The original passport should be provided along with a photocopy of each page.
  • Two recent passport-sized photos 35mm x 40mm
  • Fully accomplished and duly signed application form.
  • Detailed original flight itinerary indicating arrival and departure date.
  • Evidence of sufficient financial means (recent original bank or credit card statements).
  • Travel health insurance.
  • Confirmed hotel reservation.
  • Determine the type of visa to apply.
  • Flight Itinerary.
Slovakia Business visa Slovakia Tourist visa Slovakia Work visa

Slovakia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements


  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Slovakia for business-related reasons
  • Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay in Slovakia, with at least one blank passport page available for a Slovakia visa stamp.
  • Flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets.
  • No form of illegal business.
  • Proof of medical insurance.
  • Copies of all visa supporting documents, including information pages of passport, are required and must be submitted along with originals.
  • One Slovakia tourist visa application form per applicant properly completed, including the declaration page, and signed. 
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Two recent passport-type photographs, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
  • A letter of invitation from the host/tourist company.
  • Proof of Travel Arrangements.

Slovakia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Slovakia for tourism
  • Two passport photographs with a white background.
  • A letter of invitation from the host/tourist company
  • Duly accomplished tourist visa application form
  • Bank statement within the last six months issued from the bank.
  • Income revenue tax returns
  • Flight itinerary
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Payment of visa fees
  • Travel itinerary
  • Proof of a clean criminal record
  • Medical Insurance

Slovakia Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Slovakia for work purposes.
  • Completed visa application form filled by the applicant.
  • Proof of a clean criminal record.
  • Proof of educational qualifications.
  • Income tax revenue.
  • The applicant ID card.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Proof of letter of employment from the organization in Slovakia.
  • Payment of visa fees.
  • Two recent passport photographs of all applicants with a white background.
  • A valid passport (valid for the period for which the visa is to be issued)
  • Medical insurance
  • A document that proofs your qualification for the job title

Slovakia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

60.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

60.00 (USD)

Work visa

60.00 (USD)

Slovakia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Manila

3/F A end R Bldg., 213 Rizal Avenue extension Kalokaan City 1400 Manila, Philippines.

slovak.rep@gmail.com

(+63) 2 366 4487

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slovakia Safe a place to visit?
Yes, Slovakia is a safe country to visit. Crime rates are low, even by European standards and violent crime is almost non-existent. Pickpockets are definitely a problem, though much less so than in other European countries and top destinations.

What is Slovakia known for?
Slovakia is known for the best pack in the high tatras with peaks over 2500m, and it is a popular place for hiking and skiing. Meanwhile, Slovak Paradise is popular for exploring the caves; whereas low tatras is the largest national park full of mountains and green valleys, the favorite for mountain biking.

What is the official language spoken in Slovakia?
Slovak is the official language spoken in Slovakia. It is a Slavic language, like Russian, Polish and many other East European languages. It is very similar to Czech, and Czechs and Slovaks understand each other quite well when they speak their own language.