Original document : https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/slovakia

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Foreign travel advice

Slovakia

Warnings and insurance

Still current at:: 1718 July 2024
Updated:: 1718 July 2024
Latest update:: ~~Updated~~Information that the US Embassy in Bratislava has issued a security alert about Bratislava Pride Festival from 19 to ~~reflect~~21 ~~new~~July ~~terrorism~~(‘Safety ~~risk~~and ~~advisory.~~security’ page)

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.

US Embassy Alert

The US embassy in Slovakia has issued an alert that states it “is aware of the increased potential for foreign terrorist organization or extremist inspired violence against LGBTQI+ persons and Bratislava PRIDE march and related events”. Bratislava’s annual PRIDE festival, march parade, and related events will take place throughout the weekend of the 19 to 21 July.

Before you travel

No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:

advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers

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Travel insurance

If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.

View a printable version of the whole guide

Update history

2025-01-16 15:58
Updated information on risks from terrorism (‘Safety and security’ page).

2024-10-08 11:18
Updated information on bear attacks (‘Safety and security’ page).

2024-09-05 13:24
Information on the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES), planned to be introduced from November 2024 (‘Entry requirements’ page).

2024-07-22 16:49
Addition of information on water safety (‘Safety and security’ page).

2024-07-18 15:12
Information that the US Embassy in Bratislava has issued a security alert about Bratislava Pride Festival from 19 to 21 July (‘Safety and security’ page)

2024-07-17 18:39
Updated to reflect new terrorism risk advisory.

2024-03-27 13:45
Information on outdoor activities (under ‘Skiing and hiking’ on the ‘Safety and security’ page).

2024-02-15 14:57
Information on using taxis (‘Safety and security’ page).

2023-09-07 15:07
Information on political demonstrations (‘Safety and security’ page).

2023-08-17 12:02
This travel advice has been rewritten to make it easier to read and understand.

2023-06-22 10:17
Information about the global terrorism risks to British nationals abroad on all FCDO travel advice pages.

2023-03-28 15:51
Updated information that you no longer have to self-isolate after testing positive for COVID-19 in Slovakia and additional information on fines for staying in Slovakia longer than legally allowed (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).

2023-01-23 09:23
Updated information that all COVID-19 entry requirements have been lifted (‘Entry requirements’ page).

2022-12-21 17:00
Updated information on planning a winter sports holiday in Slovakia (‘Safety and security’ page).

2022-11-25 14:35
Updated information on airside transit (‘Entry requirements’ page).

2022-11-01 16:06
Addition of information to the Terrorism section (‘Terrorism’ page).

2022-05-17 10:13
Addition of information on the risks from wild bears in Slovakia (‘Safety and security’ page)

2022-05-12 15:35
Clarification about current passport validity (‘Entry requirements’ page)

2022-04-25 15:22
Lifting of requirement to wear facemasks in most settings; updated information on what to do if you come into contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19; Slovak Foreigners Police reopen for routine business (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)

2022-04-07 13:03
Information about the lifting of some COVID-19 entry and self-isolation requirements (‘Entry requirements’ page)

2022-03-16 15:36
Updated with information about the lifting of a number of COVID-19 restrictions within Slovakia and the removal of a PCR test as an entry requirement from certain ‘at risk’ countries (‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages)

2022-03-10 17:14
Update to information under ‘Definition of a fully vaccinated individual’ (‘Entry requirements’ page)

2022-03-04 13:20
Updated information for people arriving in Slovakia from Ukraine; restricted operation of Foreigners Police services. You should not attempt to cross into Ukraine from Slovakia (‘Summary’ and Entry requirements’ pages)

2022-02-24 05:31
There are multiple reports of widespread military activity in Ukraine. You should not attempt to cross into Ukraine from Slovakia. (‘Summary’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages)

2022-02-18 16:32
New information on entry into Slovakia from Ukraine, Updated information on COVID-19 requirements for hotels, information on getting a COVID-19 vaccination in Slovakia if your previous vaccinations were received outside the EU and advice to avoid large political gatherings (‘Entry requirements’, ‘Coronavirus’ and Safety and security’ pages)