The opportunities to travel from Slovakia to India have increased greatly since 2014. The installment of the Indian online visa by the Indian government has made it simple, faster, and most importantly, time-saving for the citizens of Slovakia to visit the country.
This electronic travel authorization avoids trips to consulates and embassies for those Slovak travelers who choose India as a travel destination.
Since the implementation of the Indian Visa for Slovak Citizens, available to more than 160 citizens worldwide, the number of visitors has grown to as much as ten million international travelers per year.
Indian Visa Application for Slovak Nationals
The Indian eVisa online application form can be completed by Slovaks from anywhere in the world as long as an internet connection is available and the Slovak applicants have their valid documents available.
Slovak citizens can apply to the Indian online visa application by completing a 10-minute form with important personal information about them, key travel documents, and other security and health matters.
All the information provided by citizens of Slovakia must be true and backed by a series of legal and valid records.
Indian Online Visa Requirements for Slovak Citizens
Slovak nationals applying for an Indian eVisa will be required to provide important documentation and comply with conditions and requirements in order to complete a successful form.
The applicant of Slovakia must be of legal age, 18 or older.
The Indian electronic visa entry requirements for Slovak citizens range from personal details to passport information.
In the ‘Personal Information’ section, applicants from Slovakia must enter the following information:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- City of birth
- Country of birth
- Gender
- Nationality
- Marital status
- Religion
- Health conditions, if any
- Criminal records, if any
Slovak applicants will need to complete:
- Passport number
- Issued and expiry date
- Digital copy of the biographical page
With all this information, it should be easy for Slovaks to obtain a travel authorization to enter India.
Indian eVisa Types for Slovakia
Depending on this, the application form will change and require to enter other information or submit different important documents.
The types of visas Slovaks can find in an Indian eVisa application are:
The How to extend Indian Visa, this type of visa is strictly for those Slovak nationals who wish to receive medical treatment in India.
The India Business eVisa is used for commercial matters only.
Visas
(for the nationals of India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal & Sri Lanka)
In order to travel to the Slovak Republic, the citizens of India do need a Schengen visa (similarly the nationals of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka). The Schengen visa is a document showing that the traveller has permission to enter the Slovak Republic and other countries of the Schengen Area for a limited period of up to 90 days. The applicant may be granted visa for the purpose of tourism, business journey, family and study visit or any other purpose which does not require work or residence permit.
A Schengen visa may be valid for one, two or multiple entries. First time travellers are as a general rule given single-entry visa. Those, who have documented and adhered to the visa rules during previous travels to the Schengen area and have documented a need for several entries may be granted a multiple-entry visa.
Announcement for the residents of BANGLADESH
Italy represents the Slovak Republic in visa matters in Bangladesh. The residents originating from this consular district can apply for short stays (up to 90 days) in Schengen area at the Embassy of Italy in Dhaka.
Announcement for the residents of SRI LANKA
The visa matters of the Slovak Republic in Sri Lanka are represented by Italy. The Sri Lankan nationals and residents may apply for short stays (up to 90 days) in the Schengen area at the Embassy of Italy in Colombo.
Announcement for the residents of NEPAL
Switzerland represents the Slovak Republic in visa matters in Nepal. The residents originating from Nepal can apply for short stays (up to 90 days) in the Schengen area (types A and C) at the Embassy of Switzerland in Kathmandu.
SCHENGEN VISA DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
1. Visa application form filled-in & signed.
2. Travel document (passport) – issued within the previous 10 years and valid minimum for 90 days after expiry of the visa with at least 2 blank pages.
3. Passport size photo (with white background) not older than 6 months.
4. Documents confirming the purpose of the visit:
a) Purpose of TOURISM:
- Travel agency / hotel voucher – confirmation of payment for stay in Slovakia Voucher conditions: Name and address of travel agency, registration number of voucher, first and last name of hotel guest, date of arrival and departure, description of hotel services, confirmation of the authorized person of the travel agency. If the voucher does not include the confirmation of payment, applicant has to submit separate invoice with the number, stamp and signature of bank statement confirming the payment on the account of hotel /agency.
b) Visit of FAMILY / FRIENDS:
- Official Invitation Form – verified by the Slovak Foreign Police Department
MANDATORY only for the first-time visitors in the Schengen area.
- Original Invitation Letter / Letter of Guarantee for all expenses from the person in Slovakia legalised by a notary public and/or financial guarantee from the applicant
MANDATORY for all applicants
- Proof of Relationship (in case of family visit)
- Copy of the reference’s Residence Permit (if the reference person is not a Slovak citizen)
c) Purpose of BUSINESS:
- Official Invitation from the business partner (Slovak company) verified by the Slovak Foreign Police Department
MANDATORY only for the first-time visitors in the Schengen area.
- Invitation Letter from the Slovak business partner legalised by a notary public, stating the purpose, duration and itinerary for the whole stay in the Schengen area.
- Original Letter from the company of applicant stating reason for the stay in Slovakia
MANDATORY for all applicants
- Official Dispatch Letter from the Indian company – proof of current occupation
- Confirmation of Accommodation in Slovakia
d) International CONFERENCES, Seminars or Workshops:
- Official Invitation form from Slovak company verified by the Slovak Foreign Police Department
MANDATORY only for the first-time visitors in the Schengen area.
- Invitation Letter from company in Slovakia legalised by a notary public
MANDATORY for all applicants.
- Official Dispatch Letter – proof of current occupation, original letter from the employer stating a reason for the stay in Slovakia
- Confirmation of accommodation.
