Passport renewal in Slovakia
Renewing a Slovak passport typically involves submitting an application in person at a designated police department or a diplomatic mission if residing abroad, providing necessary documents, and paying the administrative fee. Biometric data, such as fingerprints and a facial image, will be captured during the application process.
It is generally advisable to apply for a passport renewal several months before the current passport's expiration date. This allows sufficient time to secure an appointment, complete the application process, and account for standard processing times, which can vary, especially during peak periods or for applications submitted abroad.
Start 30 days ahead
The standard processing time for a new passport is typically 30 days from the date of application. Faster processing options (2 or 10 working days) are usually available for an increased fee.
The process
- 1Verify the expiration date of the current passport and plan the application timeline.
- 2Gather all required documents, including the existing passport and any other necessary identification.
- 3Schedule an appointment, if required, at the relevant police department (Oddelenie dokladov) in Slovakia or a Slovak diplomatic mission abroad.
- 4Submit the application in person, where biometric data (photograph and fingerprints) will be taken.
- 5Pay the administrative fee for the passport and any additional fees for expedited processing, if chosen.
- 6Collect the new passport in person at the same office where the application was submitted once it is ready.
What to bring
- Current Slovak passport (if available)
- Identity card (Občiansky preukaz) for citizens residing in Slovakia, or other proof of Slovak citizenship for those residing abroad (e.g., birth certificate, certificate of Slovak citizenship)
- Birth certificate (Rodný list) in specific cases, e.g., first passport or if data discrepancies exist
Who handles it
Ministerstvo vnútra Slovenskej republiky (Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic)
The standard administrative fee for a passport is currently 50 EUR. Expedited processing within 10 working days costs 100 EUR, and within 2 working days costs 150 EUR. For minors under 16, the standard fee is 20 EUR, with expedited options costing 40 EUR and 60 EUR respectively. Fees are subject to change and should be confirmed with the authority.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all necessary identification documents are valid and current, as discrepancies can cause delays.
- Applying from abroad typically involves longer processing times and potentially higher fees due to shipping.
- Appointments may be required, especially at diplomatic missions, and can have long waiting periods.
- Biometric data must be captured in person, meaning remote application is not possible.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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