Last Updated on December 4, 2024
Key Takeaways
- Slovakia approved amendments to digitize processes for registering foreigners, streamline administrative procedures, and enhance security for Ukrainian asylum holders
- These changes, effective 1 March 2025, aim to modernize immigration processes and reduce the administrative burden
Digitization of Immigration Processes in Slovakia
On 27 November 2024, Slovakia approved amendments to the Act on the Residence of Foreigners and the Act on Asylum. These changes will digitize processes for registering foreigners.
- Electronic Services: Foreigners can now use electronic services for various applications, such as residence renewals and visas.
- Administrative Efficiency: The changes aim to streamline communication, simplify administrative procedures, and reduce the burden on authorities and applicants.
- Document Changes: Holders of temporary asylum from Ukraine will receive ID cards for better security and mobility.
- Accommodation Rules: New migrants from Ukraine will have a reduced stay period in asylum facilities and modified accommodation allowances.
These amendments will become effective on 1 March 2025 and aim to modernize and simplify immigration processes while easing the administrative load.
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