# expat guide

Apr 30, 2026/6 min read

Slovak Wedding Traditions and Local Family Culture: An Expat’s Perspective🥂💍

You’ve just received an elegant envelope in the mail. Inside is a beautiful, heavy-cardstock invitation from your Slovak friend or colleague. Congratulations! You are officially invited to a Slovak wedding. Now, take a deep...

Apr 10, 2026/5 min read

The Expat’s Guide to University Applications and Scholarships in Slovakia

Central Europe is rapidly becoming the worst-kept secret in the international education world. For years, students have flocked to Western Europe, absorbing massive student debt along the way. But recently, expats and international students...

Mar 31, 2026/6 min read

Buying Property in Slovakia: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foreigners

Slovaks are fundamentally a nation of homeowners. While long-term renting is the norm in many Western countries, here, owning your own four walls is practically a cultural rite of passage. If you've been living...

Mar 9, 2026/5 min read

Kids’ Dentistry in Slovakia: Navigating Orthodontics and Dental Care

If there is one thing that keeps expat parents up at night—besides a toddler with a fever—it’s the realization that their child needs a dentist in a foreign country. Back home, you had "your...

Feb 9, 2026/4 min read

Primary school enrollment process and first-hand experience: A foreigner’s guide to starting school in Slovakia

Enrolling a child in primary school is a milestone for any family, and doing it abroad can feel like navigating a maze. Slovakia offers a clear structure, supportive schools, and an approachable system—once you...

Jan 21, 2026/4 min read

Free Slovak Language Courses and Learning Resources: A Foreigner’s Guide to Learning Slovak in Slovakia

Learning Slovak felt intimidating when I first arrived in Slovakia. The grammar, the sounds, and the unfamiliar letters made every official letter and notice look like a puzzle. Yet I soon discovered that the...

Jan 16, 2026/5 min read

Sharing Experiences of Pet Ownership as a Foreigner in Slovakia

Owning a pet is a life‑enriching experience no matter where you live. But when you move abroad, caring for an animal can feel both exciting and challenging. From navigating new veterinary systems to understanding...

Dec 1, 2025/3 min read

Understanding Legal Aid in Slovakia: What Expats Need to Know

Moving to a new country brings excitement, challenges, and a long list of things you must learn quickly. One of the most confusing topics for many newcomers is how to navigate legal issues. Whether...

Nov 25, 2025/3 min read

Raising a Family in Slovakia: Parental Benefits Every Foreigner Should Know

Slovakia offers one of the most structured and supportive family policy systems in Central Europe. For parents—whether Slovak citizens or foreign residents—these benefits provide financial stability, help balance work and family life, and ensure...