Foreigners in Slovakia, page 2

News and features on living in Slovakia

A support centre for Ukrainians in Košice, November 28, 2022.

Košice takes first steps towards integration as foreign population grows

The Slovak city unveils a strategy to support its 22,000 foreign residents.

The Bridge

The Bridge on Air: Nasi

The Bridge on Air is a series of podcasts, in which foreigners are interviewed and share their impressions about their life in Slovakia.

November 2024 is when Nicholas received his Slovak passport.

Patience brings roses: My path to Slovak citizenship

100 years later, a great-grandson’s return to the old country.

Nicholas Rando
Slovakia's Foreigners' Police HQ on Ružinovská Street in Bratislava.

Slovak MP criticises inaction on Foreigners’ Police system failures

Zuzana Števulová highlighted growing frustration with the Foreigners’ Police.

Marco Talia, the author of the article.

Rome to Bratislava: “Back to the future”

Making sense of the world as it is.

H. E. Safa Khaldi, ambassador of Palestine to Slovakia

Ambassador: 'Palestinian Slovaks are a priceless part of Slovak society'

An interview with Safa Khaldi, Ambassador of Palestine to Slovakia.

Progressive Slovakia MP Zuzana Števulová.

Support for Ukrainian refugees slashed as Slovakia tightens belt

Legislation pushed through without consultation will save €2 million but condemned as immoral by opposition MPs.

The Foreigners' Police office in Bratislava's Vajnory district.

'Truly unbelievable': How broken is the Foreigners' Police booking system?

Foreigners share their experiences and frustrations trying to navigate the online booking system.

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Coming out… again

Slovakia is not exactly known for its progressive stance on LGBTQ+ issues.

Thom Kolton
Hon Chong at his Funnylicious improv theatre in Bratislava

The secret ingredient for city growth? Foreigners, says this actor

Hon Chong on improv, community and the importance of collaboration.

Marco Talia, the author of the article.

Rome to Bratislava: one-way ticket?

It looks like everybody is on the move nowadays. But what do we know?

The Interior Ministry building in Bratislava.

Slovakia moves to fast-track immigration changes, citing EU deadline and economic risks

The ministry seeks urgent cabinet and parliament approval for amendments to immigration laws.

The path to Slovak citizenship is not without its obstacles.

Slovak descendants claim their EU passports

A new wave of descendants is reconnecting with their heritage, embracing Slovak identity, and securing European citizenship.

Labour Minister Erik Tomáš.

New rules slash 13th pensions for retirees without long Slovak work history

At least 10 years of work in Slovakia required to claim the full benefit.

Shogo Mashine poses with a copy of his book "Slovensko, nie Česko".

Slovakia, not Czechia: One man’s quest to teach Japan about his second home

Trading Tokyo for Bratislava, Shogo Mashine fell in love with a land filled with different kind of castles.

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FAQ: Buying and selling a property in Slovakia

The Slovak Spectator brings you the set of the most frequently asked questions with regard to buying and selling real estate in Slovakia.

Michal Novotný, better known to the public as "Yaksha", hails from Martin, northern Slovakia.

A Slovak’s fight to honour his Vietnamese dad, a man who didn’t exist on paper

Michal Novotný, known as ‘Yaksha’, reflects on his roots, his rebellious father, and rediscovering his family in Vietnam.

Ivana Kohutková
Pro Relocation s.r.o. is a privately owned, independent relocation and immigration services provider in Slovakia and Poland.

Guiding global talent to Slovakia amidst growing labour shortages

ProRelo's immigration and relocation support.

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Mirna Khaleel Majeed Ayshoa Yousif Kaka.

Iraq or Slovakia? I feel bad that I don't fully belong to either

Mirna's happiest memory from Slovakia is the first time she saw snow.

Ivana Kohutková
Karin Sarkisjan is originally from Yerevan. She grew up in Armenia before moving to Slovakia.

Straddling two worlds, this Armenian artist feels like an alien who doesn’t belong anywhere

A composer and pianist reflects on her path from Armenia to Slovakia, where she has made her mark in theatre and world music.

Kristína Paholík Hamárová
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