UAE residents apply for a Slovakia Schengen visa through VFS Global, using the list issued by the Slovak Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Slovakia asks for €56 per person per day. Its checklist has rules most countries don’t:
- First-time Schengen travellers must show fully paid flights and hotels, not just reservations.
- Some nationalities (Pakistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Morocco, Vietnam) need an invitation verified by the Slovak police. Tourist visas are not accepted from them.
In 2025 Slovakia refused 31.5% of UAE applications (of 1,110).
Checked on 5 November 2026 against the Slovak Embassy’s UAE checklist on VFS Global, Annex 18 of the EU Visa Code Handbook (July 2025) and European Commission 2025 statistics as reported by Gulf News. Your passport matters a lot for Slovakia, because of the nationality rules.
Slovakia at a glance
| Item | Slovakia from the UAE |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | VFS Global (for the Embassy of Slovakia, Abu Dhabi), in person for biometrics |
| Visa fee | €90 for adults, €45 for ages 6–11, free under 6, plus the VFS fee |
| Funds | €56 per person per day |
| UAE residence | Valid 3 months after you leave Schengen |
| When to apply | No more than 90 days and at least 15 days before travel (Slovak checklist) |
| Decision | Up to 15 days, extendable in individual cases |
| 2025 refusal rate (UAE) | 31.5% |
Rules that depend on your passport
| Your nationality | What the Slovak checklist says |
|---|---|
| Pakistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Morocco, Vietnam | You must present an invitation verified by the Slovak Police Department. Tourist visa applications are not accepted. |
| Spouse of a Slovak or EU citizen | The visa fee may be waived |
| All other nationalities needing a visa | The standard checklist below |
Pakistani and Bangladeshi residents of the UAE who want a holiday in Slovakia will usually find that another Schengen country, where they genuinely spend most nights, is the only workable route.
Documents on the Slovak checklist
- Passport valid at least 3 months after the visa expires, issued within 10 years, with 2 blank pages
- One colour photo, 3.5 × 4 cm, white background, taken within 6 months
- UAE residence visa or Emirates ID, valid 3 months after you leave Schengen
- Bank statements: originals for the last 3 months, stamped and signed by the bank. If you submit other statements, add your salary account statement too.
- Using a spouse’s or parent’s money: their statements plus a notarised letter of financial support
- Employees: an original HR letter, signed and stamped, with your job title, start date, monthly income and approved leave dates
- Business owners: an original valid trade licence, with an English translation if it is in Arabic
- Travel insurance of at least €30,000, valid in all Schengen states, signed and stamped by the insurer
- Return flight booking. First-time Schengen travellers need a fully paid ticket.
- Hotel booking with proof of payment. First-time travellers need fully paid accommodation.
- Photocopies of everything, plus the originals, in English or with certified translations
Children
Minors need written authorisation from their parents. The Slovak checklist says the application cannot be accepted if one parent is abroad, so plan for both parents to be available in the UAE. Children under 12 don’t give fingerprints. See Schengen visas for children.
How to apply: step by step
- Check that your nationality can apply for your purpose, using the table above.
- Confirm that Slovakia is your main destination.
- Book a VFS appointment, within 90 days and at least 15 days before travel.
- If this is your first Schengen visa, pay for your flights and hotels in advance, using refundable fares where you can.
- Attend, give biometrics and pay the fees. Fees are not refunded after a refusal or withdrawal.
How much money do you need?
Slovakia’s reference amount is €56 per person per day. For a 10-day trip that is €560 (about AED 2,250) in spending money, on top of your paid flights and accommodation. Your 3-month statements should show this comfortably, with regular salary credits.
Questions people ask
Can Pakistanis in the UAE get a Slovakia tourist visa?
According to the Slovak UAE checklist, no. Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Iranian, Moroccan and Vietnamese nationals need a police-verified invitation, and tourist applications are not accepted.
Do I need a paid ticket for a Slovakia visa?
Only if this is your first Schengen visa. First-time travellers need fully paid flights and accommodation; others can show reservations.
How much money do I need for a Slovakia visa?
At least €56 per person per day, plus flights and accommodation.
How early can I apply for a Slovakia visa?
The Slovak checklist says no more than 90 days before travel, and at least 15 days before.
Related guides
- Schengen visa from the UAE by nationality
- Flight and hotel reservations for a Schengen visa
- Schengen visa from Dubai and the UAE
Sources
- Embassy of Slovakia in Abu Dhabi, via VFS Global: Schengen visa checklist
- EU Visa Code Handbook, Annex 18: Reference amounts (31 July 2025)
- Gulf News: Refusal rates (EC 2025 data)
Written by Asad Waleed M, Dubai. Asad has lived in the UAE for nine years and researches visa rules from government sources. He is not an immigration lawyer or consultant, and Sifqa does not process applications. Read the editorial policy.
Last checked 5 November 2026. Found an error? Email [email protected] and it will be fixed and logged.