# Expat Families

Aug 28, 2026/7 min read

Registering a Birth Abroad with Slovak Authorities

A practical guide to recording a child’s foreign birth in Slovakia’s Special Registry, including eligibility, application routes, supporting documents, authentication, translation, fees, and processing time.

Aug 10, 2026/7 min read

Preschool Enrollment in Slovakia for Foreign Families

A practical guide for foreign parents covering Slovak preschool eligibility, compulsory attendance, applications, catchment rules, documents, fees, language support, and what to do when places are unavailable.

Jun 26, 2026/7 min read

Slovakia vs Czechia for Families: School and Preschool Checklist

Compare preschool and school systems in Slovakia and Czechia, including compulsory ages, catchment rules, language support, likely costs, enrollment timing, and documents.

Jun 5, 2026/9 min read

Choosing IB or A-Level in Slovakia: What Expat Parents Need to Know

Why International Education Matters for Expat Families in Slovakia 🌍 When foreign families move to Slovakia, school choice quickly becomes one of the biggest decisions. Housing matters. Residence permits matter. Healthcare matters. But for...

Jun 3, 2026/7 min read

Secondary School Admissions in Slovakia

A practical guide for foreign families choosing a Slovak secondary school, preparing applications and entrance exams, handling foreign records, checking results, appealing decisions, or arranging a transfer.

Jun 2, 2026/7 min read

Moving to Bratislava With a Child: How to Find Your Catchment Kindergarten or School

A practical guide to identifying your Bratislava city district, checking kindergarten and primary school catchment maps, confirming residence rules, and contacting the responsible institution before applying.