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ServicesSep 15, 2026
Crisis calls rise in Slovakia: IPčko also provides help in Ukrainian
Calls to IPčko involving suicidal thoughts have doubled over five years. The anonymous, free helpline 0800 500 333 operates around the clock in Slovak and Ukrainian.
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CommunitySep 15, 2026
Slovak Foreign Ministry distances itself from Russian exhibition of Crimean artifacts
An exhibition in Bratislava presented Crimean artifacts as “Russian treasures.” Slovakia’s Foreign Ministry said it had not known about the event and did not help organize it.
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ServicesSep 14, 2026
15 September will be a public holiday in Slovakia, but not a day off
The Day of Our Lady of Sorrows remains a public holiday in 2026, but 15 September is not a non-working day.
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SlovakiaSep 14, 2026
Slovak police thwarted an attempt to set fire to a Ukrainian drone maker's factory
Three foreign nationals are accused of preparing an attack on the Skyeton factory near Prešov; investigators have not yet identified who ordered it.
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ImmigrationSep 10, 2026
Slovakia ranks second in the EU by the share of people under temporary protection
At the end of July, Slovakia had 27.5 people under temporary protection who fled Ukraine per 1,000 residents. Only Czechia had a higher figure.
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ImmigrationSep 9, 2026
Foreign students in Slovakia urged to book Foreign Police appointments early
Demand for residence appointments rises at the start of the academic year. First-time applicants for study residence can look for slots at different offices, but documents and exemptions depend on individual circumstances.
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ImmigrationSep 9, 2026
How to give up temporary protection in Slovakia
A written declaration can be sent by email or post to the Migration Office. The status ends on the day the ministry receives it, and the plastic residence card must be returned to the police.
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ServicesSep 8, 2026
Where Bezpečný bod centres for foreigners operate in Slovakia
The network brings together seven municipal support and integration centres for refugees and people of foreign origin. They help with documents, housing, healthcare, education, social services and employment.
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ServicesSep 7, 2026
Slovakia detects unlawful housing-compensation claims involving temporary-protection holders
The Interior Ministry warned of claims for people who do not actually live at the address and cases where both compensation and rent are collected for the same period.
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CommunitySep 7, 2026
Franko Theatre to open Divadelná Nitra festival with Macbeth
Actors from Kyiv will present Ivan Uryvskyi’s production on 25 September at the opening of the 35th international theatre festival in Nitra.
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TransportSep 7, 2026
FlixBus launched a direct route between Vienna and Bratislava airports
Bus 911 runs four times a day in both directions, with a journey time of under 90 minutes.
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SchoolsSep 4, 2026
Slovakia and Ukraine are preparing bilingual secondary schools and joint projects
A Slovak-Ukrainian coordination group reported that an agreement on a bilingual secondary school in Slovakia is ready for signature. The sides also discussed energy, transport, the border, humanitarian assistance, and labour mobility.
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WorkSep 3, 2026
eFaktúra in Slovakia: free options are available for small businesses
Slovakia’s Financial Administration explained that the transition to electronic invoices can be adapted to a company’s workload. Free options are available for the smallest businesses, while a different approach is outlined for VAT payers with an external accountant.
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TransportSep 2, 2026
Slovakia proposes a 90-day deadline to register cars with Ukrainian plates
Slovakia’s parliament has received a bill proposing 90 days to register cars from third countries that are used mainly and permanently in the country. This is only a proposal, not a current obligation.
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TransportSep 1, 2026
Slovakia changes road rules: higher fines, pedestrian protection and e-scooter requirements
New rules for drivers, pedestrians and users of small electric vehicles took effect on 1 September 2026. They toughen penalties for dangerous driving and clarify conduct at crossings and in pedestrian zones.
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CommunitySep 1, 2026
Foreign nationals with permanent residence in Bratislava can vote on 24 October
Elections for city bodies and the Bratislava self-governing region will run from 7:00 to 20:00. Foreign nationals may vote if they have permanent residence in the city and are at least 18.
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TransportAug 1, 2026
From 1 October, Slovakia will tighten checks on compulsory motor liability insurance
After the one-off removal of long-term uninsured vehicles from the register, automated PZP checks will begin. If insurance information is missing for more than 30 days, the district office imposes a fine of €120 to €900.
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WorkJul 15, 2026
Workers with temporary refuge can switch to residence for employment
Since 15 July, Slovakia has had rules for workers granted temporary refuge because of the war in Ukraine. Under certain conditions, they can retain access to the labour market or apply for temporary residence for employment.
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ServicesJun 8, 2026
The EU has introduced a €3 duty on low-value goods from outside the EU
Since 1 July, the EU has applied a temporary €3 duty per goods item in low-value parcels from third countries. Product identifiers will become mandatory in November, while a separate parcel-handling fee still has no approved amount or date.
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