🇸🇰 Slovakia · Ancestry
Slovak Citizenship by Descent — Grandparent/Great-Grandparent (2022 Amendment) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Ancestry proof | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 14–14 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €30 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.mzv.sk/en/web/ottawa-en/visa-and-services/slovak-citizenship-by-descent.
- Typical processing: ~720 days.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“... Confirmation of the public health insurance payments and the period of public health insurance coverage...”
“...RCMP Criminal Record Check (federal level) and/or Criminal Registry Extract of each country of which you are...”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.