--- title: Slovakia visa for citizens of Syria description: "Citizens of Syria need a visa for Slovakia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/slovakia/syria lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Slovakia visa for citizens of Syria Citizens of Syria need a visa for Slovakia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://www.mzv.sk/web/en/consular_info/visa ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Short-stay, C) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the stay (approx. €56 per day). ## How to apply 1. **Check if you need a visa** — Syrian passport holders require a visa for Slovakia. Determine the correct visa type (short-stay Schengen). 2. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, ensuring they are valid and meet requirements. 3. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the official Schengen visa application form, print and sign it. 4. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Slovak embassy or consulate (or VFS Global centre if outsourced). Visa application must be submitted in person. 5. **Attend the appointment and submit documents** — Bring your complete application file and passport. Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) will be taken at the centre. 6. **Pay the visa fee** — The standard Schengen visa fee is 80 EUR (payable at the centre or as instructed). Fees may change; confirm at appointment. 7. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes up to 15 calendar days, may extend to 45 days in some cases. You will be informed when the decision is ready. 8. **Collect passport** — Passport with visa sticker can be collected from the embassy/centre or couriered back (if paid for). 9. **Travel to Slovakia** — You may enter Schengen area within the validity period shown on the visa. ## Documents checklist - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Supporting): Must be printed and signed. - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Travel): Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area. - **Passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background, recent)** (Supporting): Must meet ICAO standards. - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies and repatriation)** (Travel): Valid for the entire Schengen area and duration of stay. - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Confirmed or provisional bookings accepted. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For the entire stay in Schengen area. - **Recent bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for the trip. - **Employment letter or proof of studies (letter from employer/school, leave approval)** (Employment): Indicate position, salary, and approval of leave. - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and ties to home country. - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): May be requested for family visits. - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Travel, optional): If applicable, provide copies. - **Visa application receipt/fee payment confirmation** (Supporting): Proof of visa fee payment. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** approx. €56 per day of intended stay - Recent bank statement (last 3 months) - Salary slips - Sponsorship letter (if applicable) Proof of sufficient funds to cover accommodation, living costs, and return travel. ## Good to know - All documents must be in Slovak, English, or accompanied by certified translations. - Visa applications from Syrian nationals may face additional scrutiny and longer processing times. - Visa fees are non-refundable even if application is rejected. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form or missing documents.** — Double-check the checklist and ensure all required documents are submitted in correct order. - **Insufficient proof of ties to home country (risk of overstay).** — Provide strong evidence of employment, family, property, or other commitments in Syria. - **Insufficient travel medical insurance or coverage not valid for entire Schengen area.** — Purchase insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage and valid in all Schengen states. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Syria need a visa for Slovakia? Citizens of Syria need a visa for Slovakia and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Short-stay, C). ### How long can citizens of Syria stay in Slovakia? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Slovakia visa cost for citizens of Syria? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Slovakia visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Syria need for Slovakia? Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm, white background, recent); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage for medical emergencies and repatriation); Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Slovakia? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://www.mzv.sk/web/en/consular_info/visa. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [mzv.sk](https://www.mzv.sk/web/en/consular_info/visa) ## More - [Slovakia visa for every passport](/visa/slovakia) - [Every destination for Syria passport holders](/visa/passport/syria)