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How many Ukrainians are in Slovakia and why are the numbers different everywhere

How many Ukrainians are in Slovakia and why are the numbers different everywhere

02/09/2026
How to change the temporary protection country from Poland to Slovakia

How to change the temporary protection country from Poland to Slovakia

17/08/2026
Slovak citizenship for Ukrainians — eight years, exam, and a fee of 1000 euros

Slovak citizenship for Ukrainians — eight years, exam, and a fee of 1000 euros

12/08/2026
Apartment rental in Bratislava — prices by districts and where to look for it

Apartment rental in Bratislava — prices by districts and where to look for it

09/08/2026
What is a BOK code and how to activate it in Slovakia

What is a BOK code and how to activate it in Slovakia

05/08/2026
Embassy and Consulate of Ukraine in Slovakia — addresses and appointment (Zápis - registration)

Embassy and Consulate of Ukraine in Slovakia — addresses and appointment (Zápis - registration)

31/07/2026
What can be transported across the Ukraine – Slovakia border in 2026

What can be transported across the Ukraine – Slovakia border in 2026

31/07/2026
When Shops Are Closed in Slovakia — Calendar of Holidays and Days Off in 2026

When Shops Are Closed in Slovakia — Calendar of Holidays and Days Off in 2026

26/07/2026
Passport service in Bratislava: address, appointment, and documents

Passport service in Bratislava: address, appointment, and documents

26/07/2026
Temporary protection in Slovakia — what the odídenec (temporary protected person) status gives and how to renew the document

Temporary protection in Slovakia — what the odídenec (temporary protected person) status gives and how to renew the document

17/07/2026
Events in Slovakia — annual event calendar and where to find posters

Events in Slovakia — annual event calendar and where to find posters

03/07/2026
Asylum, additional and temporary protection in Slovakia — what is the difference

Asylum, additional and temporary protection in Slovakia — what is the difference

14/06/2026
Migration Police Departments in Slovakia — addresses, hours, and service areas

Migration Police Departments in Slovakia — addresses, hours, and service areas

04/06/2026
Social assistance in Slovakia — who is entitled and how much is paid in 2026

Social assistance in Slovakia — who is entitled and how much is paid in 2026

29/05/2026
Annual recalculation in Slovakia: how it works and what you need to know

Annual recalculation in Slovakia: how it works and what you need to know

01/03/2026
Slovak mentality: what is different and what surprises Ukrainians most

Slovak mentality: what is different and what surprises Ukrainians most

01/03/2026
Garbage sorting in Slovakia: what foreigners need to know

Garbage sorting in Slovakia: what foreigners need to know

01/03/2026
Christmas and New Year Customs and Traditions in Slovakia

Christmas and New Year Customs and Traditions in Slovakia

02/12/2025
All About Fines for Traffic Violations: Advice for Drivers

All About Fines for Traffic Violations: Advice for Drivers

02/11/2025
Understanding Public Transport in Slovakia

Understanding Public Transport in Slovakia

12/10/2025
Main documents for foreigners in Slovakia and how to get them

Main documents for foreigners in Slovakia and how to get them

10/10/2025
Mobile communication in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

Mobile communication in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

06/10/2025
Slovakia in old photos: how famous cities looked before

Slovakia in old photos: how famous cities looked before

04/10/2025
Apostille: What it is and when you need it for Ukrainian documents

Apostille: What it is and when you need it for Ukrainian documents

01/10/2025
Moving, marriage, new passport? You must inform the police

Moving, marriage, new passport? You must inform the police

18/08/2025
What can I bring into Slovakia?

What can I bring into Slovakia?

10/08/2025
Collection of useful and active channels and chats for Ukrainians in Slovakia

Collection of useful and active channels and chats for Ukrainians in Slovakia

09/08/2025
Slovak Healthcare System: A Detailed Guide for Ukrainians

Slovak Healthcare System: A Detailed Guide for Ukrainians

07/08/2025
Decree in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

Decree in Slovakia: what Ukrainians need to know

01/06/2025
Vignette in Slovakia — where to buy officially and not overpay the intermediary

Vignette in Slovakia — where to buy officially and not overpay the intermediary

01/06/2025
Slovak pension system: how the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd pillars work

Slovak pension system: how the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd pillars work

01/06/2025
Housing rental in Slovakia for Ukrainians — contract, kaucia (deposit) and tenant rights

Housing rental in Slovakia for Ukrainians — contract, kaucia (deposit) and tenant rights

01/06/2025
IOM Centrum: free help for migrants

IOM Centrum: free help for migrants

31/05/2025
Political Situation in Slovakia: Briefly in 2 minutes

Political Situation in Slovakia: Briefly in 2 minutes

31/05/2025
How to recognize scammers in Slovakia and not become a victim

How to recognize scammers in Slovakia and not become a victim

30/05/2025
Top 15 apps for Ukrainians in Slovakia

Top 15 apps for Ukrainians in Slovakia

30/05/2025