Transition from Temporary Protection to Temporary Residence in Slovakia
According to information published by the Slovak Police Force, third-country nationals who have been granted Temporary Protection in Slovakia may apply for temporary residence under the new provision of Section 131o of Act No. 404/2011 Coll. on the Residence of Foreigners.
This provision introduces a simplified procedure for persons with Temporary Protection who wish to transition to one of the purposes of temporary residence provided for under the Act on the Residence of Foreigners, namely business, employment, study, special activities, research and development, or family reunification.
How to submit an application
🔗 Applicants must first book an appointment through the Slovak Ministry of Interior’s online reservation system.
📌 When making a reservation, applicants should select:
· Category of situations: “Temporary refuge”
· Situation: “Application for the issuance of a residence permit (temporary refuge)”
Applications for the transition from Temporary Protection to temporary residence cannot be processed if the appointment is booked under a different situation. Appointments can be booked up to 21 days in advance.
Application period and conditions
Applications for temporary residence under Section 131o may be submitted from 15 July 2026 until the termination of Temporary Protection in Slovakia, provided that the applicant meets the conditions established by law.
The applicant must:
· have been granted Temporary Protection in Slovakia;
apply for temporary residence for one of the purposes covered by Section 131o;
· have pursued the purpose for which temporary residence is requested for at least six months immediately before submitting the application;
· fulfil the legal requirements applicable to the specific purpose of temporary residence.
The specific requirements and supporting documents may differ depending on the purpose of temporary residence requested.
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