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Slovakia's temporary protection checks for men, what to verify after getting a residence permit, extending a student permit and the territorial exception route.
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From 1 August 2026 Slovakia's social insurance will automatically arrange interruption of insurance when business is suspended. What this means for foreign nationals with residence permit.
Slovakia's PM said his country won't take part in NATO's collective defense and won't send troops to help other alliance members if attacked.
Slovakia's Interior Ministry can approve a territorial exception, letting you apply for residency visa-free in a third country. Real case: 90-day wait, step-by-step process.
Six months to follow lectures, three retake attempts for most subjects, one for English. An inside look at how a Slovak university actually grades foreign students.
What requirements apply after obtaining a residence permit in Slovakia: medical examination, insurance, police notification, and risks of losing status.
From 6 August 2026, Ukrainian men aged 18–60 applying for temporary protection in Slovakia must prove military registration; men 23–60 also a lawful exit.
Temporary protection in Slovakia is called dočasné útočisko and follows the EU decision. Since 6 August 2026, Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60 applying for new or repeated protection must document their military registration, and those aged 23 and over must also prove lawful exit from Ukraine.
Students hold temporary residence for the purpose of study and need a new basis to stay after graduation. In certain cases the territorial exception lets a foreigner apply for residence from inside Slovakia without a visa.
Applications for temporary protection are filed at foreign police departments. The status allows work without a separate permit, access to healthcare and schooling for children. The stricter rules for men do not apply to women. Anyone who obtains protection in another EU country must have the Slovak status cancelled.