Slovakia Transit Visa

Slovakia Transit Visa

As of December 20, 2007 Slovakia has begun issuing Schengen Visa allowing holders to enter the entire Schengen Area. Schengen refers to a group of European Union member states which have abolished passport controls on their internal borders and strengthened controls at their external boundaries.

Under normal circumstances, for a layover or transfer between two international flights the foreigner can remain in the international transit zone at the airport without any visa. However, some nationalities are subject to visa requirements, even if they do not leave the international transit zone. Airport transit visas entitle the foreigner only to pass through the international transit area of airports.

In case of not meeting the requirements for a Schengen visa is it possible to apply for a special visa allowing entry only into the destination country not all Schengen countries (e.g. for special humanitarian trips etc.).

The transit visas are issued for up to five days.


Remarks: The provided information serves as a guideline only. If you have any doubts, please refer to the appropriate authority for clarification.