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Before You Move: Planning Checklist
Good preparation makes the transition to Slovakia smooth. Here is what to arrange before departure.
- Secure a job offer or business plan — this determines your visa/permit type
- Gather apostilled documents: degree certificates, criminal record check, birth certificate (if applicable)
- Get documents officially translated into Slovak by a certified translator (súdny prekladateľ)
- Arrange initial accommodation (Airbnb or hotel for 2–4 weeks while apartment hunting)
- Obtain travel health insurance for the initial period before mandatory Slovak insurance kicks in
- Research schools if moving with children — BISB, QSI, and Cambridge International in Bratislava; P.J. Šafárik in Košice
- Budget €3,000–€5,000 for initial setup costs (deposit, first month rent, registration fees, furniture)