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Business & TradeIntermediate⏱ 12 min readLast reviewed: 5/4/2026

Starting a Business in Slovakia as a Foreigner

Complete guide to registering a business (živnosť or s.r.o.) in Slovakia as a foreigner, including requirements, costs, and step-by-step process.

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Business Options in Slovakia


As a foreigner, you can start:

  • Živnosť (Trade License) — simplest self-employed status
  • s.r.o. (Ltd) — limited liability company

    • Živnosť Requirements


  • Valid residence permit
  • Clean criminal record
  • Professional qualification (for regulated trades)
  • Registration at trade office (živnostenský úrad)
  • Fee: ~€7-33 depending on trade type

    • Opening an s.r.o.


  • Minimum share capital: €5,000 (€2,500 paid up)
  • Register at Commercial Register
  • Notary required
  • Process takes 2-4 weeks

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