Slovakia Useful Info in Slovakia

The useful info section of the site is where you will find all the essential travel advice that you need to know before visiting Slovakia as well as some local expert advice to ensure you have the very best experience while you are here.

Find information about transport, visas, airports, traditions & customs, local holidays, language basics, travelling with kids and much more in this area of our site.

If there is anything that you don't find in these pages, but need to know before you decide to travel to Slovakia, feel free to reach out to our local experts on the ground "Contact Us" link.
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History of Slovakia

History of Slovakia

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Our guide to History of Slovakia by our Slovakia local expert - Slovakia (The Slovak Republic), not great, but not quite a small country, is located right in the geographical centre, respectively in the heart of continental Europe. Its closest neighbours adjoining to are the Czech Republic to the west, Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, which is also the boundary separating the Schengen area of common European one, Hungary to the south and Austria with small part of the border.
Passport & Visa Information

Passport & Visa Information

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Our guide to Passport & Visa Information by our Slovakia local expert - All visitors to Slovakia require a valid passport or national identity card (EU citizens). For many visitors, a visa is not required for stays for tourism or business purpose of up to 90 days within 6 months of the date of first entry into the country. All foreigners entering Slovakia must carry proof that they have medical insurance to cover payment of all cost for hospitalization and treatment in the country.

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