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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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Slovakia ranks second in the EU by the share of people under temporary protection