Temporary residence for the purpose of business (Prechodný pobyt na účel podnikania)
Temporary residence for the purpose of business is a residence route in Slovakia (Gründer). Since 1 Jul 2025: apply only at Slovak embassy, quota 700 applications/yr split by month & embassy; business plan (Ministry of Economy template/opinion); balances of personal and business accounts; s.r.o. capital EUR 5,000. Must stay ≥half the year. Gov fees ~€225/person incl. card (approx).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 4'700. You must spend about 183 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 13 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: PIT 19%/25%, CIT 10–24%, low dividend tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Gründer |
|---|---|
| Investering | CHF 4'700 |
| Gebyrer (familie) | CHF 640 |
| Inntekt / år | — |
| Eiendeler | — |
| Min. opphold | 183 |
| PO | 5 |
| Statsborgerskap | 13 |
| Arbeid | ownBusiness |
| Kvalifisert | all (embassy quota slots) |
| Skatt | Worldwide once resident: PIT 19%/25%, CIT 10–24%, low dividend tax. |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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