Foreigners in Slovakia
News and features on living in Slovakia
Nine years in Slovakia: Why I stayed
I studied media in Ireland, never thought I’d use it in Slovakia — until I found myself in Rača, mic in hand at vinobranie.
Travel tips (and common misunderstandings) while travelling across Slovakia
Travelling in Slovakia can be smooth and stress-free when you know how to navigate public transport, buy tickets and follow traffic rules.
Sometimes the boldest decision is simply to begin again
Rushan Sitaram walked away from accountancy in India, trusting film to lead him. It took him to Cannes, across continents — and into a marriage that defied tradition.
They sold their flat in Switzerland and moved to eastern Slovakia. Why?
For one Dutchman and his wife, Slovakia’s sense of community outweighs its unreliable services and poor transport.
How to “win the lottery” with the Slovak police as a foreigner
A personal experience dealing with the Foreigners’ Police Department in Bratislava.
[fjúžn] Festival celebrates 20 years: Courage connects cultures even in uncertain times
The theme of this year’s jubilee edition is Courage.
Police storm Slovak restaurant to detain ‘godfather of Cologne’
Necati Coskun Arabaci was briefly detained while dining with family — and freed hours later to cheers from his crew.
From Venezuela to Bardejov: Darwin González chases his football dream
South Americans are a fixture in Slovakia’s lower leagues. For Venezuelan midfielder González, Partizán Bardejov opened the door to Europe.
FAQ: State citizenship of the Slovak Republic
The Slovak Spectator brings you the set of the most frequently asked questions with regard to acquiring and losing Slovak state citizenship.
More than a border town: How Lučenec changed my life
The offer of a teaching job in southern Slovakia would prove to be an invitation for an adventure that ultimately made Slovakia my home.
It was not her grandparents’ choice to go to the US, but she made her own and came
Slovak American Sara Holmes now lives in Bratislava.
Two American tourists rushed to hospital after ‘boozing too hard’, Slovak police say
The pair, aged 27 and 48, were found unconscious on a pavement in Nitra.
A car park rises. An Italian’s business is on the line.
For 17 years, Renato Lamanna has run Primo Amore in Bratislava. Now, construction barriers threaten his trade – and other businesses too.
We were here to watch, be neutral, even in restaurant reviews, says The Slovak Spectator founder
The English newspaper about Slovakia celebrates its 30th anniversary.
When America shut out Slovaks, Argentina welcomed them
When the U.S. closed its doors in 1924, thousands of Slovaks sought opportunity in South America. Their descendants are still finding their way back to Europe.
Colombian striker shines in Slovak village league
Footballer has found everything he expected in Gerlachov below the High Tatras.
Two foreigners drown in river while swimming near Trnava
Pair of Indian nationals lost their lives after getting into difficulties in the river Váh on Saturday evening.
No need to queue at Foreigners’ Police for BOK activation
Police remind residents they can use district police and client centres instead.
FAQ: What foreigners ask before relocating to Slovakia?
Finding a new home in Slovakia.
Italian students’ late-night bash shut down by police
Officers step in after complaint about Italian students’ gathering – and win praise from sleepless neighbour.
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- Nine years in Slovakia: Why I stayed Audio
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- Things to do in Brezno: mountains, trails and a town on the rise Photo
- Wizz Air’s biggest-ever Slovak expansion takes off
- Nine years in Slovakia: Why I stayed Audio
- News digest: Former prime minister is plotting a “coup”
- Slovak scientists help discover new fungi species in Europe, North America Photo
- Kvetnica spa
- Wizz Air’s biggest-ever Slovak expansion takes off
- Brezno: a hidden alpine gem poised to become the ‘Slovak Semmering’ Photo
- News digest: Move over, politicians — US stars just sold Slovakia better Video
- Things to do in Brezno: mountains, trails and a town on the rise Photo
- Kofola craze bubbles up in Asia thanks to determined content creators
- News digest: Backlash abroad, backlash at home
- News digest: Former prime minister is plotting a “coup”
- Slovak scientists help discover new fungi species in Europe, North America Photo
- Wizz Air’s biggest-ever Slovak expansion takes off
- Dozens injured in train crash in southeastern Slovakia Photo
- Brezno: a hidden alpine gem poised to become the ‘Slovak Semmering’ Photo
- News digest: Move over, politicians — US stars just sold Slovakia better Video
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- Things to do in Brezno: mountains, trails and a town on the rise Photo
- Unexpected journey leads Slovak curator to Vienna’s Belvedere Palace
- Kofola craze bubbles up in Asia thanks to determined content creators
- News digest: Former prime minister is plotting a “coup”
- Nine years in Slovakia: Why I stayed Audio
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- PM Fico’s party expelled from Europe’s socialists after long rift
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