Slovakia does not have its own embassy in Pakistan. Instead, visas and consulate cases are managed through other diplomatic channels. For Short-visit Visa, the Czech Republic Embassy in Islamabad serves as an authority responsible for Slovakia visa requests. Applications are submitted to the embassy or the official visa application centers run by VFS/Gerry’s in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi.
For long-term OR “type D” visas and residence permits of Slovakia, the responsible authority sits in Tehran, Iran, known as the Embassy of the Slovak Republic, because Pakistanis’ applications comes under their control and they are responsible for these cases.
1. Embassy Handling Slovakia Visa Applications (Islamabad)
Embassy of the Czech Republic in Islamabad
- Address: House No. 49, Street 27, Sector F-6/2, Islamabad
- Phone: +92-51-227-4304
- Email: Consular and visa-related inquiries can be directed to the official contact listed on the Czech Embassy website.
This embassy has the responsibility to receive and process all short-stay Schengen visa applications submitted by Pakistani nationals who want to visit Slovakia.
2. VFS / Gerry’s Visa Application Centres in Pakistan
Most applicants will submit their documents through the official VAC network (VFS/Gerry’s), which accepts visa files on behalf of the Czech Embassy for Slovakia.
Islamabad VAC
- Location: Gerry’s Building, next to Punjab Cash & Carry, Park Road, Chattha Bakhtawar, Chak Shahzad, Islamabad
- Call Centre: 0900-07860
- Email: [email protected]
Lahore VAC
- Location: 20 Ex-American Centre Building, Shahrah-e-Fatima Jinnah (near Ganga Ram Hospital), Lahore
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Karachi VAC
- Location: 1st Floor, Bahria Complex IV, Gizri Road, Clifton, Karachi
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
3. Visa Fees
The current fees for Schengen short-stay visas are:
- Adults (12 years and above): €90
- Children aged 6–11 years: €45
- Children under 6 years: Free of charge
- VFS Service Fee: An additional amount is charged by VFS/Gerry’s; applicants should check the latest rate while booking an appointment.
4. Steps to Apply for a Slovakia Visa from Pakistan
- Visit the official VFS Global website for the Czech Republic in Pakistan.
- Completely and accurately Fill in the Schengen visa application forms and book your appointment through the online system.
- On your appointment date, submit your application, required documents, and biometric data at the selected visa application center.
- The application will be forwarded to the Czech Embassy in Islamabad, which decides on behalf of Slovakia.
- If necessary, the embassy may request you to attend an interview.
- Once processed, applicants are notified to collect their passports from the VAC.
For national visa or residence permit, applicants should follow the guidelines issued in the Slovak Embassy or Slovak Foreign Ministry in Tehran.
5. Required Documents
- Completed Schengen visa application form with appointment confirmation slip.
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages (must remain valid for at least three months beyond intended departure from Schengen).
- Copies of passport data page and previous visas.
- Two recent biometric passport-size photographs.
- Travel medical insurance covering a minimum of €30,000 for the entire Schengen zone and full duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter).
- Travel itinerary or flight booking.
- Evidence of sufficient financial means (bank statements, salary slips, or sponsorship).
- Visa fee and VFS service charges.
- Additional supporting documents depending on the purpose of travel (business invitation, university acceptance, etc.).
6. Important Notes
- No Slovak Embassy in Pakistan: Short-stay Schengen visas for Slovakia are processed by the Czech Embassy in Islamabad via VFS Centres.
- Long-Term Applications: National visas and residence permits are handled by the Slovak Embassy in Tehran; always check the latest requirements before applying.
- Honorary Consulate: Slovakia has an Honorary Consulate in Lahore, but this office offers only limited consular assistance and does not handle visa applications.
- Always use official channels: Appointments and applications must be made only through the official Embassy and VFS websites. Avoid third-party agents to prevent fraud or misinformation.
- Stay updated: Visa fees, procedures, and document requirements can change. Applicants should always confirm the latest information on the official embassy and VFS Global sites before starting the process.
