Slovakia work permits for Pakistani workers — employer guide
Employer guide · Single permit route · Updated October 2026
How hiring a non-EU worker works in Slovakia.
Most Pakistani workers enter Slovak employment on a single permit — temporary residence for the purpose of employment. The employer first reports the vacancy to the local Labour, Social Affairs and Family Office (ÚPSVaR). If it is not filled locally, the office issues a confirmation that the job can be filled by a third-country national; the worker then applies for the single permit, which the Foreign Police decide. Occupations on Slovakia's shortage lists follow a faster track. Highly qualified roles can use the EU Blue Card instead.
What the employer prepares.
- Registered vacancy with the local labour office, with the job described accurately
- Employment contract or written promise of employment
- Proof of accommodation for the worker
- Company registration documents
- Wage at least at the level required for the role and district
What we handle from Pakistan.
- Candidate sourcing and trade testing before you sign anything
- Passport, police clearance and medical
- Translation and legalisation of candidate documents
- Embassy appointment and visa file preparation
- Pakistani emigration (Protector) registration and pre-departure briefing
Typical sequence and timing.
Report the vacancy → labour office confirmation → single permit application → police decision → national visa D for entry → arrival and registration. Timing depends mostly on the labour office and police caseload in your district; shortage occupations and districts with low unemployment move faster. We prepare the candidate side in parallel so nothing waits on Pakistan.
Questions employers ask.
Which route suits factory and warehouse jobs?
The single permit route with labour office confirmation — the Blue Card is for highly qualified roles only.
Can workers change employer later?
Changes are possible under Slovak rules but require notifying the authorities; plan contracts for at least the permit period.
Does the employer pay a sourcing fee?
No. Sourcing, screening and trade testing carry no fee for the employer.
Planning to hire in Slovakia?
Send the role, district and headcount and we'll map the permit steps for your case. hello@rrinc.co