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Find out if you need a visa to travel to Canada

Most people need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada - not both. Some people may only need their valid passport. Answer a few questions to see what's right for you.

See all entry requirements by country/territory

You can find the country code on your passport. Be careful when you select your country. Some countries have multiple options and codes are quite similar.

Answer yes if you’re a citizen of Canada and another country.

Look on the front cover of your passport for the symbol of a rectangle with a circle in the middle. If you see this symbol, you have an electronic passport.

Answer: You need a visitor visa

For visits of up to 6 months for most purposes. Cost: CAN $100

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Answer: You need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

For visits of up to 6 months or to transit via a Canadian airport. Cost: CAN $7

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Answer: You need a valid Canadian passport

You need a  valid Canadian passport  to travel to Canada by air (board your flight).

Exception: If you’re an American-Canadian dual citizen with a valid U.S. passport, you don’t need a Canadian passport to fly to Canada. However, you still need to  carry proper identification Opens in a new tab  and meet the basic requirements to enter Canada Opens in a new tab .

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Answer: You need a valid passport or travel document to travel to Canada by car, train, bus or boat

If you decide to fly to a Canadian airport instead, you'll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).

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Answer: You need official proof of status in the U.S.

Lawful permanent residents of the U.S. must present these documents for all methods of travel to Canada:

• a valid passport from their country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document ) and
• a valid green card (or equivalent valid proof of status in the United States)

Answer: You need a transit visa 

To connect between 2 international flights, in less than 48 hours. Cost: Free

Note: If you have more than 48 hours between international flights OR if you decide to visit Canada, you need to apply for a visitor visa.

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Answer: You can apply for a parent and grandparent super visa to visit for more than 6 months

• The super visa is for visits of 5 years at a time .
• a letter from your child or grandchild with a promise to financially support you for the duration of your visit in Canada.
• More information on approved insurance providers outside of Canada will be available in the coming months.
• be valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry to Canada
• provide at least $100,000 in emergency coverage.
• You must apply for a super visa from outside Canada.
• Cost: CAN $100

Note : If you don't meet the criteria for a super visa, you need to apply for a visitor visa.

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Note : If you don’t meet the criteria for a super visa, you need to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA). An eTA allows for visits of up to 6 months.

Note : If you don’t meet the criteria for a super visa, you can visit Canada for up to 6 months with a valid identity document. Bring identification such as a valid passport. Or, if a member of an official program such as Nexus, you may present your valid membership card.

If you don’t meet the criteria for a super visa, you can visit Canada for up to 6 months with

• a valid passport from your country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document Opens in a new tab ) and
• official proof of lawful permanent resident status in the U.S., such as a green card

Answer: You need a valid identity document

Bring identification such as a valid passport. Or, if a member of an official program such as Nexus, you may present your valid membership card.

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Answer: If we approve your study permit application, we’ll issue a visitor visa

• You don’t need to submit a separate application for a visitor visa.

When you travel to Canada, bring your

• letter of introduction that says your study permit application is approved, if you received one
• valid passport that has your visitor visa stuck to one of its pages

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Answer: You should already have a valid visitor visa

We automatically issued a  visitor visa to you when we approved your first study or work permit.

If you leave and return to Canada,  you must travel with:

• your valid study or work permit
• If you don’t have a valid visa when you check-in for a flight, it may result in travel delays (or a missed flight).
• your valid passport

Exception : If you return directly from a visit only to the United States or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you don’t need a valid visitor visa if your study or work permit is still valid.

If your visa has expired or was only valid for a single entry to Canada

You need to  apply for a new visa Opens in a new tab .

• A visa costs CAN$100.
• It’s valid for up to 10 years.

If your study or work permit will expire soon, you must extend it before you can apply for a new visitor visa.

You need a visitor visa to leave and return to Canada.  Apply for your visa before you leave.

You can apply for a visitor visa from inside Canada if you meet all the conditions below:

• you’re already in Canada
• you hold a valid study or work permit
• you want to  leave and return to Canada  in the near future
• your existing  visitor visa Opens in a new tab  is expired or was valid for only one entry

Exception : If you return  directly  from a visit only to the United States or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you don’t need a valid visitor visa if your study or work permit is still valid.

Processing times vary by country.  You may need to  give fingerprints and photo (biometrics) Opens in a new tab  with your application. Processing times  don’t include  the time you need to give biometrics.

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You need a  visitor visa  to travel to Canada.

A visitor visa:

• is a sticker we put in your passport
• costs CAN$100

Processing times vary by country.  You may need to  give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) Opens in a new tab  with your application. Processing time  doesn’t include  the time you need to give biometrics.

Answer: Before you continue, find out if you need a study permit

You’ll need to answer some questions on another page to find out.

If you’re eligible to study without a study permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

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Answer: If we approve your work permit application, we’ll issue a visitor visa for you

• letter of introduction that says your work permit application is approved, if you received one

Learn about working in Canada Opens in a new tab

We automatically issued a  visitor visa to you when we approved your first work permit.

Processing times vary by country.  You may need to  give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics)  with your application. Processing time  doesn’t include  the time you need to give biometrics.

Apply for a visitor visa

Answer: Before you continue, find out if you need a work permit

If you’re eligible to work without a work permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

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Answer: If we approve your study permit application, we’ll issue an electronic travel authorization (eTA)

• You don’t need to submit a separate application for an eTA.

If you get a new passport before you come to Canada, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA if you plan to fly to a Canadian airport.

Answer: You need an eTA to leave and return to Canada

Your study permit lets you study in Canada. If you plan to leave and return to Canada, you need to make sure you have what you need to re-enter the country.

What you need depends on your travel plans.

If you re-enter by a Canadian airport (fly back to Canada)

You must have:

• the passport that’s linked to a valid eTA and
• your valid study permit
• costs CAN $7
• is electronically linked to your passport

If you received your current study permit on or after August 1, 2015, you may have a valid eTA.

If you don’t have an eTA or yours has expired, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA.

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If you re-enter Canada by car, boat, bus or train

• a valid passport and

Answer: If you fly to a Canadian airport, you need an eTA

• costs CAN$7

Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests  can take several days  to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents.

If you drive or arrive by train, bus or boat

You just need a  valid passport or travel document Opens in a new tab  to get to Canada by car, train, bus or boat.

Answer: If we approve your work permit application, we’ll issue an electronic travel authorization (eTA) for you

• valid passport that you used to apply for your work permit

If you get a new passport before you come to Canada, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA if you plan to fly to a Canadian airport.

Your work permit lets you work in Canada. If you plan to leave and return to Canada, you need to make sure you have what you need to re-enter the country.

• your valid work permit

If you received your current work permit on or after August 1, 2015, you may have a valid eTA.

• your valid work or study permit

Answer: You don’t need to apply for a visitor visa or eTA

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work or study permit

When you travel to Canada, you must bring your:

• letter of introduction that says your study permit application is approved

Answer: You don’t need an eTA or a visitor visa

If you’re driving or arriving by train, bus, or boat.

You just need to  bring the right travel documents Opens in a new tab .

If you fly to or transit through a Canadian airport

You just need to travel with your valid U.S. passport if you fly or transit through a Canadian airport.

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work permit
• valid work or study permit

Answer: Your permit is not an eTA or a visa

When you extend your study permit, you’ll also be issued an eTA if you don’t already have one. When you fly to a Canadian, you must have:

• the passport that’s linked to your valid eTA  and
• a valid visitor and

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When you extend your work permit, you’ll also be issued an eTA if you don’t already have one. When you fly to a Canadian, you must have:

• a valid visitor visa and

Answer: You’re eligible to apply for an eTA

You can apply for an  eTA  if you travel to Canada  by air only .

• is only valid when flying to or transiting through a Canadian airport

Most applicants get their eTA approval within minutes (via email). However, some requests  can take several days  to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents.

If you already have a  valid Canadian visitor visa  you don’t need to apply for an eTA. You can travel with your visa until it expires.

If your travel plans change

You need a  visitor visa  (not an eTA) if you decide to  get to Canada by car, train, bus or boat  instead.

Answer: You don’t need to apply for a visitor visa or eTA

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your study permit and
• official proof of U.S. lawful permanent resident status

Answer: You need valid proof of lawful permanent resident status of the U.S. to leave and return to Canada

• valid study permit,
• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your study permit, and

Answer: You don’t need an eTA or a visitor visa

• valid passport or travel document and

You’ll need to answer some questions on another page to find out.

If you’re eligible to study without a study permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work permit and
• valid work permit
• valid work permit,

If you’re eligible to work without a work permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

Answer: You’re eligible to apply for an eTA

If you already have a  valid Canadian visitor visa , you don’t need to apply for an eTA. You can travel with your visa until it expires.

If you transit through Canada to or from the United States

You  may  be able to  transit through Canada without a visa or eTA if you meet certain eligibility requirements.

You need an official proof of status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., such as one of the following:

• valid permanent resident card (Form I-551)
• foreign passport with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (also known as an Alien Documentation, Identification and Telecommunication [ADIT] stamp)
• foreign passport with a temporary I-551 printed notation (“Upon endorsement serves as temporary I-551 evidencing permanent residence for 1 year”) on a machine-readable immigrant visa upon endorsement with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection admission stamp
• expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) or Form I-829 (Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status)
• expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-90 (Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card [Green Card])
• valid re-entry permit (Form I-327)
• Form I-94 with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (ADIT stamp) and a passport-style photo

Important note:

This tool provides information only. It was created to assist you as you decide what travel document you may need to travel to Canada. This tool may not provide information on all travel documents or your particular situation. If you choose to apply, we will assess your application in accordance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and its related Regulations. Read our complete terms and conditions (opens in a new tab) .

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Important Notice: Applications for Temporary Resident Visa, Study Permit and Work Permit can no longer be submitted at the visa office or by mail.

Please see instructions on how to submit your application at www.cic.gc.ca .

Visas and Immigration

Important Notice: New entry requirement (Electronic Travel Authorization, eTA) now in effect

Visa- exempt foreign nationals need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to or transit through Canada. Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travellers with a valid Canadian visa.  Canadian citizens, including dual citizens , and Canadian permanent residents cannot apply for an eTA.

Be prepared: Apply for an eTA before you book your flight to Canada. Most applicants get approved within minutes. However, some applications can take several days to process so don’t wait until the last minute.

Find out how these changes may affect you. Information available in the several languages .

Note: Travellers who apply for an eTA are advised to be cautious in all dealings with companies that claim to offer help in getting an eTA. These companies are NOT operating on behalf of the Government of Canada. Many have established websites that charge a fee to provide information and submit eTA applications. This Government of Canada website is the official place to apply for an eTA .

Find out how to go to Canada and how to apply for a visa through the services listed below:

Apply to visit Canada for tourism or business or find out what you need to carry with you to transit Canada.

Apply to study in Canada as an international student.

Apply to work in Canada temporarily.

Determine your eligibility, apply to immigrate to Canada and learn about Express Entry for skilled workers.

Family sponsorship

Find out how to sponsor your spouse, partner, dependent child or other eligible relatives to come to Canada.

My application

Check application status, check processing times, find a form, pay your fees and find out if you need a medical exam or police check.

Inadmissibility

You may be inadmissible to enter Canada for security reasons, health reasons or criminality. Learn more on how to overcome inadmissibility.

Permanent residents outside Canada

Services for permanent residents of Canada. Find out how to apply for a permanent resident travel document or how to give up your permanent resident status.

Protect yourself from fraud

Learn about immigration fraud, how to protect yourself and how to report fraud.

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Important Notice: From July 19, 2017, only online payment

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Please consult this link before submitting your visa application:

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As of November 1 st , 2017, if you have travelled to Canada in the

last ten (10) years or currently hold a valid United States non- immigrant visa and can provide proof (entry stamps in passport, proof of the valid visa), no proof of financial support is needed.

Please see instructions on how to submit your application at www.cic.gc.ca.

Slovakia Travel Restrictions

Traveller's COVID-19 vaccination status

Travelling from Canada to Slovakia

Open for vaccinated visitors

COVID-19 testing

Not required

Not required for vaccinated visitors

Restaurants

Not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

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Can I travel to Slovakia from Canada?

Most visitors from Canada, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Slovakia.

Can I travel to Slovakia if I am vaccinated?

Fully vaccinated visitors from Canada can enter Slovakia without restrictions.

Can I travel to Slovakia without being vaccinated?

Unvaccinated visitors from Canada can enter Slovakia without restrictions.

Do I need a COVID test to enter Slovakia?

Visitors from Canada are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Slovakia.

Can I travel to Slovakia without quarantine?

Travellers from Canada are not required to quarantine.

Do I need to wear a mask in Slovakia?

Mask usage in Slovakia is not required in public spaces, enclosed environments and public transportation.

Are the restaurants and bars open in Slovakia?

Restaurants in Slovakia are open. Bars in Slovakia are .

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Traveling to Slovakia from Canada with ETIAS

Canadian citizens will soon need an ETIAS visa waiver to travel to Slovakia from Canada visa-free .

The European Travel Information and Authorisation System will be introduced in 2025. It will be a mandatory requirement for Canadian tourists visiting Slovakia once the ETIAS system is fully implemented.

Applying for ETIAS Slovakia from Canada will be a fast and straightforward online process. This page explains what Canadians need to register for the new European visa waiver.

Do Canadians need a visa for Slovakia?

Canadians do not need a visa to travel to Slovakia for up to 90 days for tourism or on business.

However, from 2025, Canadians will need to apply for ETIAS before travelling to Slovakia .

ETIAS is an electronic travel authorisation, not a visa. Visitors who meet the ETIAS requirements for Canadians will still be able to enter the country visa-free.

Canadians need a visa for Slovakia if they wish to stay for longer than 90 days or other purposes.

How can Canadians apply for ETIAS to visit Slovakia?

Canadians need to apply for the travel authorisation before visiting Slovakia by completing a simple online form.

The Slovakia ETIAS application form for Canadians requires:

• The citizen’s full name
• Their date and place of birth
• Their Canadian passport details: including the date and country of issue, and its expiry date
• Answers to questions related to security

Travellers will have the opportunity to carefully revise all the data provided before finalizing their request for the ETIAS for Slovakia from Canada .

This is a very important step in which Canadian citizens must ensure:

• That their application is free of errors
• That they have completed their data exactly as it appears on the bio page of their passport

Any mistakes or discrepancies may cause delays or, in rare cases, rejection.

To finalize the ETIAS application process for Slovakia , visitors will be required to complete their payment using a valid debit or credit card. All applications will then be screened and cross-checked against security databases.

Once the screening process is complete, the applicant will receive their Slovakia visa waiver via email . Border authorities will check the validity of the traveller’s passport and ETIAS.

Travelling to Slovakia from Canada with the ETIAS visa waiver

Canadian ETIAS holders will be granted entry into Slovakia and all other Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period during the visa waiver’s validity of 3 years. This means that Canadian citizens will be able to enter and travel freely in Slovakia and the countries of the Schengen Area .

Once the ETIAS holder has stayed in Slovakia and/or other member territories for a total of 90 days, they will be required to spend 90 days outside the Schengen Area.

After this time has elapsed, they will be granted entry for another 90-day period, which they may spend within Slovakia or the rest of the EU.

Can I travel to Slovakia from Canada?

The ETIAS visa waiver for Slovakia and the rest of the Schengen Area will be launched in 2025. Until then, Canadians can enter the country for short-term stays without applying for an entry permit for Slovakia.

Please note that although ETIAS for Slovakia will become mandatory, it is not a visa. This means that Canadian citizens who travel to Slovakia will maintain their visa-free status even though they need to complete an application for the ETIAS.

Why will Canadians need a Slovakia visa waiver?

ETIAS is being implemented to strengthen and improve border security Slovakia and the rest of Europe. Visitors to the Schengen Area —including Canadian passport holders— will be screened before their departure towards Slovakia .

ETIAS will make travelling to the Slovak Republic much safer for residents and tourists alike by allowing authorities a better understanding and control of visa-exempt travellers before they board a plane or ship towards the Schengen Area .

Passport and document requirements to visit Slovakia

Nationals who wish to visit Slovakia with an ETIAS need to have a Canadian machine-readable passport valid for at least 3 months past the intended departure date from the Schengen Area to be able to apply for travel authorisation.

The form will have a section that will require applicants to enter their passport details including the passport number, country, and date of issue as well as its expiry date.

Once approved, ETIAS visa waiver for Slovakia will be electronically associated with a specific passport. This means that if the passport used during the ETIAS application expires, it will be necessary to apply for a new ETIAS for Slovakia using the new passport number.

Similarly, Canadian citizens with more than one passport due to dual citizenship need to choose one of their passports to apply for ETIAS with and make sure to use the same document when travelling to Slovakia .

Tourist information for Canadians in Slovakia

Tourists choose Slovakia for several reasons —from outdoor activities to winter sports, hiking, museums, and delicious cuisine.

When is the best time of year to visit Slovakia ? For those wishing to try skiing, snowboarding, or other winter sports, it is best to visit Slovakia between November and February. Alternatively, for hikers, birdwatchers or travellers eager to try bear watching, paragliding, skydiving or boating, the months between April and October offer the best conditions.

Health information for travellers to Slovakia

Slovakia has a good healthcare system like many EU countries. Nevertheless, it is always a good idea to take out health insurance when travelling as it eliminates the risk of high medical costs in the case of an emergency. Canadian visitors should keep the following points in mind:

• It is safe to drink tap water in Slovakia
• Carry any medication in its original packaging
• The emergency phone number is 112
• Wear insect repellent and sunscreen when taking part in outdoor activities

When do Canadian citizens need a visa for Slovakia?

Canadian citizens need a visa for Slovakia instead of ETIAS if they :

• Will stay for longer than 90 days per 180-day period
• Are visiting for reasons other than tourism or business
• They do not meet any of the ETIAS eligibility criteria

Visas are obtained through the Slovakian Embassy in Ottawa or consulates in Montreal, Toronto, or Vancouver in Canada.

Canadian Embassy in Slovakia

The majority of Canadian visitors in Slovakia experience a safe and enjoyable trip during their travels. However, should they require any assistance during their stay, they may contact the Canadian Embassy in the Republic of Slovakia at the following address, via email, fax, or phone.

Bratislava – Office of the Embassy of Canada:

• Address: Carlton Savoy Building, Mostova 2, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
• Telephone: 421 (2) 5920-4031
• Fax: 421 (2) 5443-4227
• Email: [email protected]

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Canada-slovakia relations, on this page, bilateral relations, trade relations, partnerships and organizations.

Canada and Slovakia enjoy excellent bilateral relations, largely thanks to Canada’s sheltering of Czechoslovak political refugees in 1948 and 1968, steadfast support for dissidents throughout the Communist period, and the strengthening of Canada-Slovakia personal and family ties since 1989. The community of about 65,000 Canadians of Slovak heritage is a link that enhances ties between the two countries. 

Canada is represented in Slovakia by the Embassy of Canada in Bratislava. Slovakia is represented in Canada by an embassy in Ottawa. Slovakia also has consulates in Calgary, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg.

The Canada–European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement provides opportunities to grow the bilateral economic relationship between Canada and Slovakia.

Bilateral merchandise trade between Canada and Slovakia reached $991.6 million in 2022, with Canadian merchandise exports to Slovakia accounting for $50.8 million. Merchandise imports from Slovakia to Canada increased to $940.9 million.

In 2022, Canadian direct investment abroad in Slovakia was valued at $106 million. That same year, foreign direct investment from Slovakia in Canada was valued at $5 million.

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• Import / Export controls
• Doing business in the Slovak Republic

Canada was the first to ratify Slovakia’s membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Since July 2018, Slovakia has been deploying up to 152 soldiers to the NATO enhanced Forward Presence battle group in the Canada-led sector in Latvia. We have also worked together in peacekeeping missions, including in Afghanistan and in the former Yugoslavia.

To develop effective responses to today’s most pressing global challenges, Canada and Slovakia work closely in multilateral fora, such as:

• European Union (EU)
• La Francophonie
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
• International Criminal Court (ICC)
• North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
• Open Government Partnership (OGP)
• Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
• Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)
• The Pacific Alliance
• United Nations (UN)
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
• World Trade Organization (WTO)

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Slovakia Travel Advisory

Travel advisory july 26, 2023, slovakia - level 1: exercise normal precautions.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Exercise normal precautions in Slovakia.

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Slovakia.

If you decide to travel to Slovakia:

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter .
• Review the  Country Security Report  for Slovakia.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

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How to apply

Who can apply.

To work in Slovakia through the Youth Mobility program, you must:

• be a Canadian citizen
• be 18-35 years old (inclusive),
• live in Canada when applying, and
• have a valid Canadian passport

Other requirements may apply, check  Slovakia’s website  for more details.

What type of work visa do I need?

You need to apply for a Slovak National visa and specify that you are applying for a “Youth Mobility Stay”. There are five different categories that you can apply for:

Career development – graduates

Post-secondary graduates who want additional training in Slovakia under a pre-arranged contract of employment (job offer) in support of their career development.

• Internships

Registered students at a post-secondary institution in Canada who want to complete part of their academic curriculum through a pre-arranged internship or pre-arranged work placement in Slovakia as part of an agreement between post-secondary institutions.

• Career development - Others

Young Canadians who want additional training in Slovakia under a pre-arranged contract of employment (job offer) in support of their career development.

• Academic vacation

Registered students at a post-secondary institution in Canada who want to travel and work in Slovakia during their academic.

• Working Holiday

Young Canadians who want to travel to Slovakia and work temporarily to help finance their trip.

Do I need a formal job or internship offer?

Yes, you need a job offer (pre-arranged contract of employment) or a formal internship offer if you apply for:

• Career development - Graduates

No, you don’t need one if you apply for:

How long can I stay and work?

You can stay and work in Slovakia for up to 12 months.

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Slovakia is a central European country with vast forest areas covering forty percent of its territory. Slovakia is a landlocked country bordered by the Czech Republic, Poland, Ukraine, Hungary, and Austria, with ports on the Danube River at Bratislava and Komarno.

Slovaks share a common culture despite regional and even local differences in dialect, local customs and religion. The culture of Slovakia is the result of various folk traditions and because of its position in Central Europe it is influenced by Austrian, German, Polish and Hungarian cultures.

Slovakia’s economy continued its stellar growth at the outset of 2017 and remains one of the fastest-growing countries in the Eurozone. The country prides itself on its industrial heritage which has provided a stable base for the development of certain sectors such as automotive and electronics.

Explore the country’s breathtaking rocky mountain ranges, canyons and gorges, mysterious mountain valleys, winding trails and beautiful waterfalls. Rare flora and fauna and many other irresistible natural landscapes are found all over Slovakia. Make sure to visit Slovakia’s spas which are among the oldest and finest in Central Europe.

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How to Apply for Slovakia Schengen Visa from Canada in 5 Easy Steps – A Complete Guide

One Schengen country to visit is Slovakia. It has a gorgeous countryside with national parks full of mountains, caves and rivers – a perfect place to get out and explore . The city of Bratislava has museums and galleries to learn about Slovakia’s history. Or you could just indulge in some traditional food and wine made in the local vineyards. One thing is for sure, once you’ve had a taste of Slovakia, you’ll be back for more! In this article, learn more about how to apply for a Slovakia visa at the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa, Canada, Slovakia visa appointment booking, processing time at the Slovakia visa application center, flight itinerary for a Slovakia visa, hotel bookings for a Slovakia visa, Schengen travel insurance for a Slovakia visa application, and Slovakia visa application process at the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa.

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Slovakia Schengen Visa

In 2018, 26,797 Slovakia Schengen visas were processed by Schengen states worldwide. 1,118 (4.2%) were rejected. The Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa processed 23 applications and rejected 2 (8.7%).

Applying for a Sch engen Visa from Canada  

Canadian citizens are permitted to visit Slovakia without a visa for up to 90 days. If you are not a Canadian citizen, you must apply for a visa before you arrive in Slovakia. However, you must prove that you are legally living in Canada by providing your permanent residence card or a valid visa when you submit your application.

Your application will be submitted to the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa . This is the only visa office in Canada that deals with Schengen visas.

Types of Schengen Visas Offered at the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa

There are 3 types of visa that you can apply for:

• Schengen visa type A ( airport transit visa) : Authorizes the holder to enter the international zone of the airport and to remain there until the time of the departure of the flight to the destination country
• Schengen visa type C (short-stay visa): For holidays, business and visits to family and friends for a maximum of 90 days
• National visa type D (long-stay): – For employment , study, research and development or residence

Schengen Visa Application Process at the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa

Visa applications are processed within 15 days and, in exceptional cases, it could take up to 60 days. If you are a citizen of the following countries, expect a decision within 10 days:

• Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Moldova, the Russian Federation, Serbia and Ukraine

You may apply up to 90 days ahead, so the earlier you can submit your application the better!

Here are a few steps to help you apply for your visa.

Step 1: Complete your application form

The first thing to do is to complete your application form. Go to the embassy’s website and click on: “Consular and Visa Information”:

Then, click on: “Citizens from Visa Required Countries – Schengen Visa”:

Scroll down to: “Application for Schengen visa/Documents”:

You will see the link for the application form which you can download to complete. Please note, the application must be signed in the presence of the visa officer when you attend your appointment.

Step 2: Make an appointment 

Making appointments with the embassy, consulate or visa application center is generally free and can be done yourself. However, If you are running short of time or not sure which consulate to apply to or have no idea on how to get this done yourself then not to worry, we will make the appointment for you for a small service fee!

Booking a visa appointment using our services is pretty simple! All you have to do is follow the 3 simple steps below:

• Visit the link to schedule the visa appointment
• Submit the appointment details, the visa you are applying for, consulate you need the appointment for, the country you need the appointment IN and make the payment
• Receive appointment confirmation in email

You can also make an appointment on your own by following the steps below:

• Call the embassy on +1 613 749 4442 or
• Email at [email protected]

Step 3: Prepare your documents

There is a list of documents on the embassy’s website, so it’s a good idea to get to know what you need to provide when applying for your visa. Do this before you start to prepare your documents as this will save you time later!

You should also prepare photocopies as well as providing the original documents, so don’t forget to do that too!

Documents include:

• Visa application form filled in and signed
• 1 passport photograph
• Passport  – must be valid for at least three months after the date of departure from the Schengen zone, at least two empty pages and issued no more than 10 years ago
• Proof of legal residence in Canada – Residence permit or Canadian visa valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from the Schengen area
• Travel reservation – Flight (roundtrip)/travel reservations or other proof of intended transport and full itinerary of all Schengen and non-Schengen countries
• Proof of Schengen travel medical insurance – Covering all costs that may arise from urgent medical care and/or emergency treatment in the hospital including potential medical repatriation or death. Must be valid for all Schengen member states and the entire length of your trip. Minimum amount of 30,000 EUR
• For minors (children under the age of 18) traveling without parents or with only one parent a written consent from the parent or legal guardian who is not traveling with the minor (certified by a Notary public) is required
• Birth certificate/marriage certificate
• Proof of funds – Bank account statement(s) from the last 3 months or proof of regular income such as pay slips of the last 3 months or a letter stating that all expenses are fully covered
• Proof of accommodation – Evidence of hotel bookings or travel plans for the entire stay in the Schengen area
• Invitation letter with a signature of the inviting person authenticated by Slovak public notary or a letter of invitation authenticated by Foreign Police in the Slovak Republic. A copy of Slovak ID or residence permit in Slovakia of the inviting friend/relative must also be submitted
• Reference letter from the employer or invitation letter from an individual businessman specifying the nature of the business and authenticated by Slovak public notary or a letter of invitation authenticated by Alien Police in the Slovak Republic specifying the nature of the business and trip
• Invitation letter issued by organizer of any event or official letter issued by employment company of the visa applicant verifying continued employment and purpose of journey to the Slovak Republic
• Other documents demonstrating the purpose of travel and stay in the Slovak Republic (e.g. medical treatment, study visits or special activities shorter than 90 days, etc

If you’re planning to obtain your flight reservation for visa without paying for the ticket, all you have to do is follow the 3 simple steps below:

• Visit the Visa Reservation website to choose the right package
•  Submit the travel details and make the payment online
• Receive flight itinerary in email

Step 4: Attend your appointment

On the day of your appointment, remember the following things:

• Arrive early – you will not be the only one applying for a visa today, so if you are late, you will have to make a new appointment
• Remember all your documents – the embassy is quite strict about the documents they require for a visa application, so make sure you submit everything they are asking for
• Dress smartly – every little thing helps to make a good impression, so don’t dress too casually when you attend your appointment

When the visa officer begins to examine your application, he/she may question you about the information you have provided. Just answer honestly and you can’t go wrong!

Typical questions include:

• What do you know about Slovakia or the EU ?
• Are you meeting anyone there?
• Do you have a job in Canada?
• Are you going to work in Slovakia?
• Do you intend to travel to more than 1 Schengen country?

Don’t jeopardize your Schengen visa interview at the last minute. Use this comprehensive and thorough visa interview guide to crack the visa interview!

The visa fee will also need to be paid. You can pay by money order, certified check or cash. Please be aware, even if your application is denied, this fee will not be refunded to you.

As of May 15, 2014, the applicants for Schengen visa are required to provide biometric data (fingerprints) when submitting visa applications. This data is stored in the Visa Information System (VIS). If you have already applied for a Schengen visa in the last 5 years, your data can be reused.

Step 5: Receive your visa

When a decision about your visa application has been reached, you can either:

• Collect your passport from the embassy’s office
• Have your passport sent to your home address. You will need to provide a pre-addressed return envelope with prepaid postage

The decision will be either:

• Approved – your visa will be inside your passport
• Rejected – this would have been for a specific reason. You can appeal the decision within 15 days and there will be a fee of 30 EUR

Common rejection reasons include:

• No invitation letter – if you are being invited to Slovakia by someone or by a company or events organizer, you must provide an invitation letter
• No proof of funds – you must be able to afford your trip and prove that you can do so or prove that your expenses are being paid for
• Passport was not issued within the last 10 years – your passport is invalid if it wasn’t issued within the last 10 years, so you must get a new one before applying for your visa
• Your photograph is not acceptable – the photograph you provide must meet certain specifications such as not looking away or your hair must not cover your face. For fuller guidelines, see above

Contact details of the Embassy of Slovakia in Ottawa

Address: 50 Rideau Terrace, Ottawa, Canada

Tel: +1 6137494442

Fax : +1 6137494989

Email: [email protected]

Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.00 am to 12.00 pm

To apply for a Schengen visa for Slovakia, follow these simple steps:

• Complete your application online or download it
• Make an appointment
• Prepare your documents
• Attend your appointment
• Receive your visa

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Slovakia-Canada In 2022, Slovakia exported $461M to Canada . The main products that Slovakia exported to Canada are Cars ($307M), Motor vehicles; parts and accessories (8701 to 8705) ($25.9M), and Rubber Tires ($14.2M). During the last 27 years the exports of Slovakia to Canada have increased at an annualized rate of 11.3%, from $25.5M in 1995 to $461M in 2022.

In 2020, Slovakia exported services to Canada worth $26.7M, with Computer and information services ($18.3M), Travel ($4.91M), and Transportation ($1.48M) being the largest in terms of value.

Canada-Slovakia In 2022, Canada exported $160M to Slovakia . The main products that Canada exported to Slovakia were Coal Briquettes ($96.3M), Motor vehicles; parts and accessories (8701 to 8705) ($18.3M), and Ferroalloys ($5.27M). During the last 27 years the exports of Canada to Slovakia have increased at an annualized rate of 8.04%, from $19.9M in 1995 to $160M in 2022.

In 2020, Canada exported services to Slovakia worth $2.24M, with Royalties and license fees ($1.49M) and Computer and information services ($746k) being the largest in terms of value.

Comparison In 2022,   Slovakia ranked 15 in the Economic Complexity Index (ECI 1.3), and 41 in total exports ($110B). That same year, Canada ranked 31 in the Economic Complexity Index (ECI 0.85), and 9 in total exports ($587B).

Historical Data

Bilateral trade by products.

In 2022, Slovakia exported $461M to Canada . The main products exported from Slovakia to Canada were Cars ($307M), Motor vehicles; parts and accessories (8701 to 8705) ($25.9M), and Rubber Tires ($14.2M). During the last 27 years the exports of Slovakia to Canada have increased at an annualized rate of 11.3%, from $25.5M in 1995 to $461M in 2022.

In 2022, Canada exported $160M to Slovakia . The main products exported from Canada to Slovakia were Coal Briquettes ($96.3M), Motor vehicles; parts and accessories (8701 to 8705) ($18.3M), and Ferroalloys ($5.27M). During the last 27 years the exports of Canada to Slovakia have increased at an annualized rate of 8.04%, from $19.9M in 1995 to $160M in 2022.

Exports from Slovakia ( ) to Canada ( ) (2022)

Exports from canada ( ) to slovakia ( ) (2022), latest data, trade between slovakia ( ) and canada ( ), slovakia exports, canada exports, market competitiveness.

This map shows whether countries import more from Slovakia or Canada . Each country is colored based on the difference in imports they receive from Slovakia and Canada or the difference in the growth in imports.

In 2021, countries that imported more from Slovakia than Canada were Germany ($22.2B), Czechia ($12.6B), and Hungary ($9.79B).

In 2021, countries that imported more from Canada than Slovakia were United States ($438B), China ($25.4B), and Japan ($14.3B).

Difference in imports from Canada ( ) and Slovakia ( ) (2022)

Comparative advantage slovakia - canada.

This chart compares trade between Slovakia and Canada by product, considering products traded by both, Slovakia and Canada .

During 2022, Slovakia had a large net trade with Canada in the exports of Transportation ($333M), Machines ($65.5M), and Plastics and Rubbers ($17.1M).

During 2022, Canada had a large net trade with Slovakia in the exports of Mineral Products ($96.7M), Transportation ($19.1M), and Machines ($13.5M).

Service Trade

Bilateral service trade.

Service trade data is presented based on availability.

Services Exports from Slovakia ( ) to Canada ( ) (2020)

Services exports from canada ( ) to slovakia ( ) (2020), economic complexity, competitive landscape.

This visualization show the product space at the HS4 level colored from blue to yellow.  This mean that the more blue a dot/product is, the more Slovakia has comparative advantage over Canada . Similarly, the more yellow a dot/product is, the more Canada has comparative advantage over Slovakia .

Product Space of Slovakia ( ) and Canada ( ) (2022)

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