The decision to move to Slovakia is surely a very important and serious step taken by a foreigner. The Slovak legal system prescribes many duties to be met and much comprehensive information and many documents to be submitted within residence permit proceedings. It is a lengthy and difficult process in which the law firm MADEJ & PARTNERS offers its legal services and assistance in obtaining the needed documents.

The respective unit within the Foreign Police of the Slovak Republic takes the decision about granting residence permits to foreigners. Foreigners may be represented by a law firm within the proceedings, though the application is required to be submitted personally. The application shall be submitted with the respective consulate of the Slovak Republic abroad or at the respective Foreign Police unit in Slovakia – depending on the type of residence permit and circumstances of the applicant; details, and terms and conditions are stipulated in law.