Travel advice for Slovak Republic.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Slovak Republic.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Euro (EUR)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

in euro (EUR)

  • For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Euro EUR

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Payment by credit card is relatively common. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

ATM Search

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+/- 0 h

National language

Official language

Slovak

Language capabilities

English and German

Capital

Bratislava

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Travel documents for Swiss citizens
  • Passport still valid after end of stay or valid ID card, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.

  • Foreign travelers must be able to submit a health insurance valid for this country.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Bratislava, Tolsteho ul. 9
Tel. +421 2 59 30 11 11

Opening hours

Banks

8.30 - 17.00 h (Mon - Fri)

Stores

8.00/9.00 h - 18.00/20.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00/9.00 h - 12.00/17.00 h (Sat)

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Other information

Security

Observe elementary safety precautions.

Driving
  • Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 1 year previously, varies by rental company.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).

  • CH sticker, first-aid kit, bright signal jacket and breakdown triangle mandatory.

  • Headlights must be on even during the day.

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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