Slovakia travel guide for Britons

Britons do not need a visa for short tourism or business trips up to 90 days. If you intend to stay longer, work, study or settle, you must apply for a Slovak visa before travel.

A valid UK passport (must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure) is sufficient for visa‑free entry. No pre‑travel ETIAS is required for UK citizens as of 2026, but verify any changes before departure.

The British Embassy is located in Bratislava. Address: Pribinova 2, 811 02 Bratislava. Phone: +421 2 552 1100. Email: [email protected].

Average daily budget for a mid‑range traveller: £60‑£80 (accommodation, meals, transport). Hostels: £15‑£25 per night; 3‑star hotels: £50‑£80. Meals: £8‑£15 for a main course. Train tickets between major cities: £15‑£30.

Direct flights from London (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted) to Bratislava Airport take about 2 h 30 min. Flight time from Manchester is similar, around 2 h 45 min. Use the flight‑time planner tool for exact schedules.

Slovakia uses plug types E and F (compatible with UK type G only via adapter). Voltage is 230 V, frequency 50 Hz.

Service is usually included; rounding up the bill or leaving about 10 % is customary in restaurants and cafés.

Dial 112 for any emergency. Specific numbers: 155 ambulance, 158 police, 150 fire, 18 300 mountain rescue.