Slovakia Visa RequirementsFor Bahrain passport holders
Bahraini nationals require a Schengen visa for Slovakia. EUR 80 fee, stays up to 90 days in the Schengen Area.
Bahrain passport holders require a visa to enter Slovakia.
Apply at VFS Global Manama or the Slovak Embassy in Riyadh. Documents: valid Bahraini passport, Schengen application form, two photos, EUR 30,000 travel insurance, confirmed flights, hotel bookings, bank statements. Processing: 15 working days.
Slovakia is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Bahraini passport
At least 3 months validity beyond return date, minimum 2 blank pages.
Schengen visa application form
Completed Slovak Schengen application.
Two passport photos
Meeting Schengen specifications.
Travel insurance
EUR 30,000 minimum Schengen coverage.
Round-trip flight bookings
Confirmed itinerary.
Hotel bookings
Confirmed accommodation.
Bank statements
Last 3 to 6 months.
Current Travel Situation
Bahrain to Slovakia: What You Need to Know
Slovakia is a Schengen Area member and requires Bahraini nationals to hold a valid Schengen visa. Bratislava, the capital, is a compact and walkable city on the Danube, just 1 hour from Vienna and Budapest. Slovakia is often visited as a day trip from Vienna or combined in a Central Europe tour.
How to Get There
Austria (Vienna) is just 1 hour from Bratislava by car or train, and Hungary (Budapest) is 2.5 hours by train. Both are Schengen countries on the same visa.
Money & Banking
Slovakia uses the Euro (EUR). Credit cards are widely accepted in Bratislava. The BHD is strong against EUR.
Practical Tips
Bratislava is easily combined with Vienna (Austria) and Budapest (Hungary). Slovak High Tatras offer mountain scenery and skiing. Slovakia uses the Euro, unlike its neighbors Czech Republic and Hungary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Bahraini passport holders need a visa for Slovakia?
Yes. Slovakia is a Schengen member and Bahraini nationals require a Schengen visa.
How much is the Slovak Schengen visa fee from Bahrain?
EUR 80, approximately USD 87. Non-refundable.
Is Slovakia worth visiting on its own?
Slovakia is charming, especially Bratislava and the High Tatras mountains. It is most often combined with Austria and Hungary given its central location. The Bratislava old town is compact but very photogenic.
How close is Bratislava to Vienna?
Bratislava and Vienna are approximately 60km apart. The train or bus journey between the two capitals takes about 1 hour, making a combined Austria-Slovakia trip very easy.
Where do Bahraini nationals apply for a Slovak visa?
At VFS Global Manama or the Slovak Embassy in Riyadh.
How long does Slovak Schengen visa processing take from Bahrain?
Approximately 15 working days. Apply 3 to 4 weeks before travel.
Does Slovakia use the Euro?
Yes. Slovakia adopted the Euro in 2009 and is the only former Czechoslovak state to use the EUR.