Your first weeks working abroad – registration, tax, insurance

Thinking about working in another European country? For each of 32 countries – all 27 EU countries plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom – you will find the key labour market figures, where the jobs are, how to apply, pay and working conditions, student jobs and what to do in your first weeks. General advice on job search, your CV and your rights: How to find a job abroad – 10 practical guides »

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Slovakia

Report your arrival: as an EU/EEA citizen, report the start of your stay to the Foreign Police department within 10 working days of arrival.
Register your residence: if you stay longer than 3 months, register with the Foreign Police within 30 days after the first 3 months. Bring a valid ID card or passport, proof of accommodation and your employment contract (or proof that you have enough money).
Health insurance: as an employee you are covered by public health insurance. You have the right to choose a health insurance company; submit an application (prihláška) to it within 8 days, and you get an insurance card (preukaz poistenca). If you change insurer, tell your employer within 8 days. Your employer deducts the contributions from your salary.
Tax: income tax is progressive. In 2026 the rates are 19% on yearly income up to €43,983.32, 25% up to €60,349.21, 30% up to €75,010.32 and 35% above that. Your employer deducts it from your salary.
Before you go: bring your European Health Insurance Card and a CV in Slovak.

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Key figures: Eurostat (population on 1 January 2026; unemployment and employment rates 2025; minimum wages July 2026); for the United Kingdom – Office for National Statistics; for Liechtenstein – national statistics. Country information: EURES – Living and working conditions, public employment services and the official government websites listed under each country. Rules, thresholds and amounts can change – check the official sources before you move. Updated: October 2026.

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