✓Verified against live embassy source · 10 May 2026
Document Checklist
10 required · 37 recommended✓
Application form
Completely filled and duly signed by the applicant
REQ.
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Valid passport
Must have been issued within the last 10 years, be of validity exceeding by three months after the scheduled return, include at least two empty pages
REQ.
✓
Passport photocopy
Clear photocopy of the first and the last page of the passport
REQ.
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Passport-size photographs
Two recent (not older than six months) passport-size photos in color with white background and face of the applicant must cover at least 80% of the frame, according to the specifications laid down by ICAO
REQ.
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Proof of means of transport
Flight reservation of return or round ticket. If the applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of intra-Schengen flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental
REQ.
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Travel medical insurance
Valid for all Schengen countries. The insurance has to cover the applicant for at least 30,000 EUR equivalent, for all risks e.g. accident, illness, medical emergency evacuation etc. The policy has to clearly specify the period of validity and has to cover the entire duration of the trip including the date of arrival and departure
REQ.
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Proof of lodging
Hotel reservations, rental of holiday home or campus residence reservation. If the applicant intends to stay with a family member or a friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from the host. Individual Schengen States may require applicant to present proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form. If applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of lodging in each of them
REQ.
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Cover Letter
Signed by the applicant explaining the purpose of visit to the Slovak Republic and entire travel plan (itinerary)
REQ.
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Private bank statement
Original private bank statement showing movements in the last 3 months, duly stamped and signed by the bank
REQ.
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Indian Income Tax Return acknowledgment
Indian Income Tax Return acknowledgment for the last two assessment years
REQ.
Recommended
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Official Invitation Form (First-time visitors)
For first-time visitors in the Schengen area it is mandatory to submit the Official Invitation Form verified by the Slovak foreign police department (original hard copy)
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Official Invitation Form (Business trips)
For first-time visitors in the Schengen area it is mandatory to submit the Official Invitation Form verified by the Slovak foreign police department (original hard copy)
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Invitation Letter (Business trips)
Invitation Letter from the organization or Slovak business partner legalised by a notary public, stating the purpose, duration and itinerary for the whole stay in the Schengen area (original hard copy)
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Official Dispatch Letter (Business trips)
Proof of current occupation, original letter from the employer stating a reason for the stay in Slovakia (original hard copy). All documents must confirm the applicant's identity, the purpose of the journey (meetings, conferences, training or business related events), and the period and place of intended stay
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Pay slips (Employed applicants)
Pay slips for the last 3 months
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Employment contract (Employed applicants)
Employment contract
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Employer's statement (Employed applicants)
Employers statement on approval for holidays
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Company registration certificate (Self-employed/Company owners)
Certificate of the registration of the company
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Sponsorship proof (Sponsored applicants)
Proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form of the Schengen State concerned (see the website of the Member State of destination)
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Pension statements (Sponsored applicants)
Pension statements for the last 3 months
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Income from property or business (Sponsored applicants)
Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business
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Sponsorship consent (Minors)
If the trip is sponsored by father/mother/guardian or any person other than the applicant who is travelling, written consent certified by public notary of the parents or guardian or the person sponsoring the trip
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Birth certificate (Minors)
Copy of the birth certificate of the applicant, copies of the passports/ID cards of the parents
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School/University enrollment (Minors)
In case of pupils and students, proof of enrolment in school or university
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Parental consent (Minor with one parent)
If the minor is travelling with only one parent, written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian except in cases of a parent having sole custody or guardianship of the minor
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Parental consent (Minor travelling alone)
If the minor travels alone (without parents), written consent, certified by public notary, of both parents or guardians having custody or guardianship of the minor
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Certificate of admission (Study/Research/Internship)
Certificate of admission or registration at an educational establishment for the purpose of attending academic courses, or cover letter from the inviting company (for journeys up to 90 days of stay)
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Enrollment certificates (Study/Research/Internship)
Certificates of the establishment at which the applicant is enrolled
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Student ID Card (Study/Research/Internship)
Copy of Student's ID Card
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Travel agency certificate (Tourism)
Certificate of the travel agency confirming the booking of an organised trip or any other appropriate document indicating the travel plans
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Marriage certificate (Tourism)
Marriage certificate (copy), if applicant is married and cannot provide evidence of marital status in the passport
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Official Invitation Form (Family/Friends visit)
For first-time visitors in the Schengen area it is mandatory to submit the Official Invitation Form verified by the Slovak foreign police department (original hard copy)
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Invitation Letter or Letter of Guarantee (Family/Friends visit)
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
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Proof of Relationship (Family/Friends visit)
Proof of Relationship (in case of family visit) - marriage certificate, if applicant is married and cannot provide evidence of marital status in the passport
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Residence Permit copy (Family/Friends visit)
Copy of the reference's Residence Permit (if the reference person is not a Slovak citizen)
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Event documentation (Cultural/Sports/Religious events)
Invitation, entry tickets, enrolments or programmes
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Film company letter (Film crews)
Letter from the film company specifying title, synopsis and shooting locations of film
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Crew member list (Film crews)
Complete list of names of travelling crew members along with their roles
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Film permit letter (Film crews)
Letter from the Schengen State's agency confirming arrangements for film permits
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Film registration certificate (Film crews)
Certificate of registration with the Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association or Film Chamber of Commerce
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Official invitation (Official delegations)
Official invitation, note verbale issued by the sending authority(ies) concerned confirming: a) identity of the applicant, b) the purpose of the journey (meetings, consultations, negotiations or events held by intergovernmental organisations), c) period of intended stay, d) the place of stay
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Medical certificate (Medical treatment)
Certificate from a medical doctor or a medical institution confirming the need for specific medical treatment to be received in the Slovak Republic
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Hospital confirmation (Medical treatment)
Official document from the receiving medical institution confirming that the specific medical treatment can be performed at the patient be accepted accordingly
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Treatment pre-payment proof (Medical treatment)
Proof of pre-payment of the treatment
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Medical correspondence (Medical treatment)
Any other correspondence between the sending medical doctor and receiving medical institution
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Third country visa (Airport transit)
Visa or other entry permit for the third country of destination
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Onward journey documents (Airport transit)
Documents in relation to the onward journey to the final destination after the intended airport transit
Important Notes
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All documents need to be presented in the given order in original. Should you wish to keep any original, provide a copy (A4 size)
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The Slovak Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases
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Submission of the above mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted
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Processing time is 15 working days after being delivered to Embassy of Slovak Republic in New Delhi
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If pending documents are not submitted within 3 working days after lodging visa application, the submission of incomplete documentation may result in the rejection of the application
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Applicants shall send missing documents to cons.delhi@mzv.sk with subject line 'MISSING DOCUMENTS' and basic information including the applicant's name and passport number
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Refusal to appear for special visa interview may result in rejection of the application
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For first-time visitors in the Schengen area, Official Invitation Form verified by Slovak foreign police department is mandatory for business trips, family/friends visits, and study purposes
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Indian passport holders must provide Indian Income Tax Return acknowledgment for the last two assessment years
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Contact VFS Global for assistance: https://www.vfsglobal.com/slovakia/india/ or email info.slovakiadel@vfshelpline.com or call Delhi VFS helpline 022-67866059
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