Slovakia Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Areafor 🌍 Zambia citizens travelling to 🇸🇰 Slovakia
Zambia citizens are required to obtain a Slovakia Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Area before travelling to Slovakia. You must submit a formal application at the Slovakia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents11
- ✓Biometrics (fingerprints) at submission
At the Slovak mission or VFS/partner centre. Reused from any Schengen application within the last 59 months; lodge with Slovakia only if it is your main destination.
- ✓Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- ✓Employment letter with approved leave and last 3 months’ payslips
Or proof of studies / business registration for non-employees.
- ✓Evidence of ties to your home country
Employment, property or family ties supporting return intention.
- ✓Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages
- ✓Proof of accommodation for the entire stay
- ✓Proof of sufficient means
At the consulate’s published daily reference rate.
- ✓Round-trip flight reservation and travel itinerary
- ✓Schengen-specification photo (35×45 mm, white background, within 6 months)
- ✓Schengen visa fee payment (EUR 90; children 6–11 EUR 45)
- ✓Travel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000 across all Schengen states
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a Slovakia Schengen Visa (Type C) — short stays up to 90 days in the 29-state Schengen Area, book an appointment at the nearest Slovakia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 15 days. The government fee is EUR 90.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Slovakia embassy or official government website before booking travel.
🌐Why Zambia passport holders need a visa for Slovakia
Zambia citizens require a visa to enter Slovakia based on the current immigration requirements set by Slovakia's government. Zambia passport holders must apply through the Slovakia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Schengen Area Visa
A Schengen C visa issued here is also valid for travel to all 29 member states.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
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