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Slovakia Visa for Angola Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Angola citizens require a Schengen visa to travel to Slovakia — apply at the Slovak embassy or consulate in Angola or through their appointed visa application center (e.g., VFS Global); fees start from EUR 80, processing typically takes 15 working days.

Guide last updated August 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport: Must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay, issued within the last 10 years, and contain at least two blank pages.
  • Visa Application Form: Completed and signed. Downloadable from the embassy/consulate website or the appointed visa application center (e.g., VFS Global).
  • Financial Proof: Bank statements for the last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds to cover your stay (minimum EUR 61 per day for short stays, or EUR 30 per day if accommodation is prepaid, with a minimum of EUR 1830 or equivalent for the entire duration if accommodation is not prepaid).
  • Accommodation Proof: Hotel bookings, invitation letter from a host in Slovakia (if applicable, notarized).
  • Return Ticket: Confirmed flight reservation.
  • Photos: Two recent passport-sized photographs (35x45 mm), white background, neutral facial expression.
  • Biometrics: Fingerprints and photograph will be collected at the visa application center (e.g., VFS Global) or the embassy/consulate.
  • Travel Health Insurance: Mandatory. Must cover medical expenses and repatriation, with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000, valid for the entire Schengen area for the duration of the stay.

Visa types

  • Schengen Visa (Uniform visa - Type C):
  • Official Name: Short-stay visa (Schengen visa)
  • Validity: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
  • Max Stay: Up to 90 days.
  • Entry: Single or Multiple entry.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 80 (standard fee).
  • Specific purpose categories exist within the short-stay visa, such as:
  • Tourist Visa: For tourism and sightseeing.
  • Business Visa: For business meetings, conferences, or short business trips.
  • Visit Visa: For visiting family or friends.
  • Long-stay visa (Type D) for stays exceeding 90 days (e.g., study, work, family reunification) requires a separate application directly at the embassy/consulate and is not a Schengen visa. The process and requirements differ significantly.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Determine the correct visa type based on your travel purpose (e.g., Tourism, Business).
  • Step 2: Locate the relevant Slovak Embassy or Consulate, or the appointed visa application center (e.g., VFS Global) responsible for handling visa applications from Angola.
  • Step 3: Schedule an appointment online through the visa application center's website.
  • Step 4: Complete the visa application form accurately and gather all required supporting documents as per the checklist provided by the embassy/center.
  • Step 5: Attend your appointment at the visa application center or embassy. Submit your application form, supporting documents, passport, and pay the visa fee and service fee.
  • Step 6: Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) during your appointment.
  • Step 7: Track your application status online (if available).
  • Step 8: Collect your passport and visa (if approved) from the visa application center or embassy.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa Fee: EUR 80 (approximately USD 87, subject to exchange rate fluctuations).
  • VFS Global Service Fee: Typically around EUR 25-35 (approximately USD 27-38), paid in local currency (Angolan Kwanza - AOA) at the current exchange rate.
  • Total Cost Estimate: EUR 105 - EUR 115 (approximately USD 114 - USD 125).
  • Standard Processing Time: 15 working days from the date of submission. This can extend up to 30 or 45 days in individual cases or when further scrutiny is needed.
  • Express/Priority Option: Not generally available for short-stay Schengen visas. However, some visa application centers might offer optional services for document checking or courier delivery for an additional fee. Always verify with the specific center.

Tips for Angola travelers

  • Apply Well in Advance: It is recommended to apply at least 6 weeks before your intended travel date, but no earlier than 6 months before.
  • Common Rejection Reasons: Incomplete documentation, insufficient financial proof, lack of clear travel purpose, previous visa violations, or doubts about your intention to return to Angola.
  • VFS Global vs. Embassy Application: Applying through VFS Global is often more convenient for scheduling appointments and document submission. Direct embassy applications might be possible but can have longer waiting times for appointments.
  • Travel Advisories: Always check the official website of the Slovak Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and the Ministry of Interior for any specific travel advisories or important notes for travelers from Angola. Current information should be sought from the Slovak Embassy in Portugal (which usually handles consular affairs for Angola).
  • Extension Options: Short-stay visas are generally not extendable, except in exceptional cases of force majeure or humanitarian reasons. If you need to stay longer, you would typically have to apply for a long-stay visa (Type D) or leave the Schengen area and re-apply.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.