Get Your Slovakia Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Citizenship is automatically granted to individuals born in Slovakia to at least one Slovak citizen parent.
- By Descent: You may be eligible if at least one of your parents or grandparents was a Slovak citizen. A 2022 law reform now allows many foreign-born descendants to obtain Slovak citizenship while keeping their current nationality.
- By Marriage: Foreigners married to Slovak citizens may apply for naturalization after 5 years of continuous residence.
- By Naturalization: Foreign nationals may apply after 8 years of permanent residence, knowledge of Slovak language, and good character.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed in Some Cases: Slovakia generally restricts dual citizenship, but recent reforms permit it for those who acquire foreign citizenship by birth, descent, or long-term residence abroad.
Note: Slovak nationals who voluntarily acquire another nationality may lose Slovak citizenship unless they meet the exceptions introduced in 2022.
Step-by-Step Process
- Confirm your eligibility through descent, marriage, or residency.
- Gather documents such as birth certificates, Slovak ancestry proof, and residence permits.
- Apply through the Ministry of Interior or a Slovak consulate abroad.
- Attend an interview and pass a Slovak language test (if required).
Benefits of Slovak Citizenship
- Live and work anywhere in the EU
- Visa-free travel to over 180 countries
- Access to education and healthcare in Slovakia
- Dual citizenship allowed in certain cases (e.g. descent)
Frequently asked questions.
Does Slovakia allow dual citizenship?
Slovakia generally restricts dual citizenship, but exceptions exist. You may retain dual nationality if you gained foreign citizenship through descent, birth, or long-term legal residence abroad.
Can I apply through my Slovak parent or grandparent?
Yes. Citizenship by descent is available and dual citizenship is now allowed under this path due to a 2022 amendment.
Can I become a citizen through marriage?
Yes. After 5 years of continuous residence in Slovakia with a Slovak spouse, you may apply for citizenship by naturalization.
How long do I need to live in Slovakia to naturalize?
8 years of permanent residence is required, along with a Slovak language test and proof of good character.
Do I have to pay taxes in Slovakia as a citizen?
No. Dual citizenship is fully permitted in Iceland. You can keep your original nationality.