Slovakia Foreign Police Offices: Complete List of Addresses and Contacts for Foreigners

Foreigners living, working, studying, or applying for residence in Slovakia usually need to deal with the Foreign Police, officially known in Slovak as Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ.

The Foreign Police handles many important matters for non-Slovak citizens, including residence permits, temporary residence applications, permanent residence matters, changes of address, biometric data, and other immigration-related procedures.

Find the correct office and appointment route

Before travelling, check the official Ministry of Interior office directory, then use the official online booking system and read the current appointment guidance. The directory details below were checked on 4 September 2026; addresses, phone numbers and appointment rules can change.

What Is the Foreign Police in Slovakia?

The Foreign Police in Slovakia is part of the Police Force and is responsible for matters related to foreigners and immigration. Depending on your place of accommodation in Slovakia, you must usually visit the Foreign Police office responsible for your region.

Common reasons to visit the Foreign Police include:

• Applying for temporary residence
• Renewing a residence permit
• Reporting a change of address
• Submitting additional residence documents
• Providing biometric data
• Collecting a residence card
• Handling family reunification matters
• Reporting the start or end of stay in Slovakia

Complete List of Foreign Police Offices in Slovakia

1. Foreign Police Bratislava

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Bratislava
Address: Račianska 62, 812 72 Bratislava
Phone: +421 961 570 635

The Bratislava Foreign Police office is usually the main office for foreigners living in Bratislava and the surrounding area. As of May 2026, the Bratislava office is located at Račianska 62.

2. Foreign Police Banská Bystrica

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Banská Bystrica
Address: Sládkovičova 4343/25, 974 05 Banská Bystrica
Phone: +421 961 603 230

This office serves foreigners living in the Banská Bystrica region and handles residence and foreigner-related procedures.

3. Foreign Police Dunajská Streda

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Dunajská Streda
Address: Mlynská 4629/2A, 929 01 Dunajská Streda
Phone: +421 961 113 200 / 203 / 204 / 205 / 206; public counter: +421 961 113 207

The Dunajská Streda Foreign Police office is relevant for foreigners living in Dunajská Streda and nearby areas.

4. Foreign Police Košice

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Košice
Address: Trieda SNP 35, 040 01 Košice
Phone: +421 961 931 208

Foreigners living in Košice and nearby districts may need to contact or visit this office for residence-related matters.

5. Foreign Police Michalovce

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Michalovce
Address: Jána Hollého 53/46, 071 01 Michalovce
Phone: +421 961 723 220

This office serves foreigners in the Michalovce area and handles immigration and residence procedures.

6. Foreign Police Nitra

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Nitra
Address: Rázusova 7, 949 01 Nitra
Phone: +421 961 573 201

The Nitra Foreign Police office is responsible for foreigner-related matters in the Nitra region.

7. Foreign Police Nové Zámky

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Nové Zámky
Address: SNP 3, 940 02 Nové Zámky
Phone: +421 961 573 091 / +421 961 573 100

Foreigners living in or near Nové Zámky may need to visit this office for residence permit matters.

8. Foreign Police Prešov

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Prešov
Address: Ľubochnianska 2, 080 01 Prešov
Phone: +421 961 803 205

The Prešov Foreign Police office handles immigration-related procedures for foreigners living in the Prešov region.

9. Foreign Police Rimavská Sobota

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Rimavská Sobota
Address: Hviezdoslavova 35, 979 01 Rimavská Sobota
Phone: +421 961 683 205

This office is responsible for foreigner-related matters in the Rimavská Sobota area.

10. Foreign Police Ružomberok

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Ružomberok
Address: Námestie Andreja Hlinku 74, 034 01 Ružomberok, 6th floor
Phone: +421 961 483 205

Foreigners living in the Ružomberok area may need to visit this office for residence card and permit-related matters.

11. Foreign Police Trenčín

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Trenčín
Address: Jílemnického 2, 911 01 Trenčín
Phone: +421 961 203 234

The Trenčín Foreign Police office serves foreigners living in the Trenčín region.

12. Foreign Police Trnava

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Trnava
Address: Paulínska 13, 917 01 Trnava
Phone: +421 961 106 153 / +421 961 106 158 / +421 961 106 161

Foreigners living in Trnava and nearby districts may need to contact this office for residence matters.

13. Foreign Police Žilina

Official name: Oddelenie cudzineckej polície PZ Žilina
Address: Janka Kráľa 4, 010 40 Žilina
Phone: +421 961 403 205 / +421 961 403 216

The Žilina Foreign Police office handles foreigner-related procedures for people living in the Žilina region.

Central Authority: Bureau of Border and Foreign Police

In addition to local Foreign Police offices, Slovakia also has a central authority responsible for border and foreign police matters.

Official name: Bureau of Border and Foreign Police of the Presidium of the Police Force
Address: Pribinova 2, 812 72 Bratislava
Phone: +421 9610 50701
Fax: +421 9610 59074

This is not usually the first place foreigners visit for standard residence procedures. In most cases, foreigners should contact the local Foreign Police office responsible for their place of accommodation.

Ministry of Interior Call Centre

For general questions, foreigners can also contact the Ministry of Interior Call Centre.

Phone: 0800 222 222

This number may be useful if you need general information about appointments, procedures, or which office is responsible for your case.

Which Foreign Police Office Should You Visit?

Some first applications and specified status changes may be submitted at any Foreign Police department, while renewals and several follow-up procedures still require the office competent for your place of residence. Check the official appointment guidance for your exact procedure before booking.

Before visiting, it is recommended to:

• Check whether an appointment is required
• Confirm the office address
• Prepare all required documents
• Bring your passport
• Bring your residence card, if you already have one
• Check whether translations or official verification are needed
• Arrive early and follow the office instructions

Final Notes for Foreigners in Slovakia

Foreign Police procedures in Slovakia can be time-sensitive, especially for residence permit applications, renewals, and address reporting. Always check the latest official information before visiting, as office addresses, opening hours, and appointment rules may change.

Keeping copies of your documents, appointment confirmation, passport, residence card, and proof of accommodation can help make the process smoother.

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