Visas to the U.S.
Using ESTA for Visa-Free Travel to the U.S.
Since November 17, 2008, Slovaks may travel to the United States on the Visa Waiver Program. To travel on the Visa Waiver Program, you will need a biometric passport, an electronic travel authorization (ESTA https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta) and your trip must be 90 days or less. ESTA costs nothing - there is no benefit to using websites that charge for information about ESTA, or having anyone apply for ESTA for you. The ESTA application Web site is available in 21 languages and includes a help section that provides additional information for VWP travelers to guide them through the application process.
Passport Requirements
In June, Slovakia began issuing a newer version of biometric passport. Please note, however, that Slovak travelers can still travel on ANY biometric passport, even older versions. That means Slovaks can travel on any Slovak passport issued after January 2008, from which time all Slovak passports had biometrics. Travelers who got their passports after January 2008 do NOT need to apply for new passports to use the VWP.
The
Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava
accepts applications for visas by appointment only. There are many types of US non-immigrant
visas. Persons interested in applying
for a visa should review the information below to determine which type of visa
they need and its specific requirements before submitting an application. Visa applications should be submitted well in
advance of the planned travel, since the application and processing can require
several weeks.
Please be aware that people seeking visas to the United States are often exploited. If you are in contact with a third party regarding your visa application, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are dealing with a legitimate party. For information on Imposters and Fraud concerns, please visit: http://travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_1749.html
Further, if you would like to participate in a Work and Travel program, Au pair program and want to ensure that your U.S.-based agency is recognized by the Department of State, please visit http://eca.state.gov/jexchanges/index.cfm for a list of currently-approved sponsoring agencies.
If you have any questions regarding agencies or fraud concerns, please contact us at: consulbratislava@state.gov
• Increase of the U.S. non-immigrant visa application fee
• New method of payment for visa application fee as of December 1, 2007
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Non-Immigrant Visas |
General Information
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The Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Bratislava provides nonimmigrant visas services to persons who are physically present in Slovakia.
Visa Application Hours:
By appointment only.
Public Inquiries:
The best way to contact the Non-Immigrant Visa Unit is by email at consulbratislava@state.gov. Immigrant Visa Unit please contact by email at bratislavaiv@state.gov. Every effort is made to reply to all emails within two business days.
Telephone inquiries:
14:00 to 16:00 Tuesdays and
Thursdays, except for official Slovak and American
holidays. Please note that telephone inquiries will not be answered
outside of these hours, as Visa Unit personnel will be engaged in conducting
scheduled visa interviews.
Contact Information:
Mailing
Address: U.S. Embassy, P.O.Box 309, 814 99 Bratislava, Slovakia
E-mail: consulbratislava@state.gov, for IV cases: bratislavaiv@state.gov
Tel:
+421 2 5443 0861
Fax: +421 2 5441 8861
Location:
The Consulate is located at
Hviezdoslavovo namestie #4, Bratislava, Slovakia. It is adjacent to the main
U.S. Embassy building, between the Czech Embassy and the Hotel Carlton. (See map/mapa)
