Slovakia Schengen Visa from Turkey

For travelers from Turkey to Slovakia, a Schengen visa is required to enter the country. This includes various visa types such as Touristic, Long Stay, and for Truck/Lorry Drivers. Visa applications can be submitted at designated centers in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir. Ensure you gather all necessary documents before your appointment to facilitate the process.

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Appointment wait times

Median days from booking until appointment — based on real appointments observed by xVisa

< 20 days20–30> 30

Visa centre	Touristic / Turistik TOURISTIC	Long Stay Visa LNGSTYV	Truck/Lorry Drivers / Tir Soforleri TRUCKD
Istanbul VISA APPLICATION CENTER - ISTANBUL
Ankara VISA APPLICATION CENTER - ANKARA
Izmir VISA APPLICATION CENTER - IZMIR

Slovakia visa centres in Turkey

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Document checklist

When applying for a visa to Slovakia, you will need to prepare several documents, including a completed application form, valid travel insurance, proof of accommodation, and financial means to support your stay. Specific documents may vary based on the visa type, so review the requirements carefully for Touristic, Long Stay, or Truck/Lorry Driver visas. Check the latest guidelines to ensure compliance.

Application form
Required
Duly completed and signed visa application form
Bank statements (3 months)
Required
Personal bank statements showing income and funds
Complete extract of the civil registry or family book
Required
Complete extract of the civil registry or family book showing parents, siblings, spouse, and children; if possible including a QR code for verification.
Proof of six months' residence in consular jurisdiction
Required
Documents proving the applicant has resided for at least six months within the consular jurisdiction, such as rental agreement, bank statements, salary slips, or electricity bills for the past six months.
Return or onward travel booking
Required
Printed flight/train/bus booking showing passenger name and itinerary
Valid passport or travel document
Required
Original passport valid at least 3 months beyond return date, plus photocopy
Full copy of passport pages
Required
Photocopies of all passport pages with stamps and visas and the last page with personal information.
Passport photos (standardized)
Required
Standardized passport photographs required for a short-stay visa application (as specified in the checklist).
Travel health insurance
Required
Travel health insurance for travel abroad covering at least EUR 30,000 for the actual travel period in Bulgaria/Schengen area.
Company activity certificate
Required in some cases
Company activity certificate (Faaliyet Belgesi).
👔Self Employed
Company chamber of commerce registration certificate
Required in some cases
Company certificate of registration to the Chamber of Commerce.
👔Self Employed
Company signature circular
Required in some cases
Official company signature circular.
👔Self Employed
Employment Letter
Required in some cases
If employed, provide a recent original signed headed employer letter addressed to the Mission and confirming your employment.
👔Employed
Farmer certificate
Required in some cases
Farmer certificate issued by a chamber of agriculture.
👔Self Employed
Hotel Reservation
Required in some cases
Provide confirmed accommodation booking showing the applicant's name, travel dates, and accommodation address details.
🏠Hotel
Parental consent documents for minors
Required in some cases
For minors travelling alone/with one parent: parental consent, certified copies of parents’ passports, British school certificate.
👶Travelling with children
Payslips (3 months)
Required in some cases
Last three payslips, original plus photocopies
👔Employed
Proof of accommodation
Required in some cases
Document proving accommodation arrangements or sufficient means to cover accommodation costs for the stay, such as a booking confirmation showing all guests' full names.
Proof of regular income (e.g., payslips for last 3 months)
Required in some cases
Proof of regular income, such as pay slips for the last three months (as described in the Slovenia – USA short stay visa checklist, Rev. 1-2025).
👔Retired
Copy of valid Schengen visa or green passport
Required in some cases
Photocopy of the first page of a valid Schengen visa or green passport for accompanying persons named on flight tickets or hotel bookings.
Sending company support letter
Required in some cases
Supporting letter from the applicant's sending company stating the purpose and length of the business visit and indicating which entity will cover the costs of the stay.
👔Self Employed
SGK employment entry and service documents
Required in some cases
SGK statement of employment (Sigortali Ise Giris Bildirgesi) together with SGK registration and service document (SGK tescil ve hizmet dökümü) with readable QR code.
👔Employed
SGK service document
Required in some cases
Barcode-bearing SGK service record obtained online or from SGK offices, used to show social security service history.
👔Self Employed
Notarized proof of sole custody
Required in some cases
Proof of sole custody of the parents or legal guardian approved by a public notary.
👶Travelling with children
Student certificate
Required in some cases
Student certificate issued by the Council of Higher Education in Turkey (YÖK) with a readable QR code.
👔Student
Company tax registration certificate
Required in some cases
Official tax registration certificate of the applicant's company.
👔Self Employed
Proof of residence in Turkey
Required in some cases
Proof of legal residence in Turkey, valid for at least three months beyond the intended departure date from the Member States.

Booking your Slovakia appointment

When scheduling your appointment at the Visa Application Center in Istanbul, Ankara, or Izmir, arrive early to allow time for security checks. Bring all required documents, including originals and copies, to avoid delays. Be prepared for a brief interview, and ensure your application form is filled out accurately. Confirm your appointment details a day prior to your visit.