Slovakia•EuropeICT — Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) - Trainee Employee
At a Glance
1–3 months
EUR €175
1 year
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote not required
Overview
This permit is a specific type of temporary residence for the purpose of employment, governed by the EU ICT Directive (2014/66/EU). It allows non-EU nationals to be transferred from a non-EU entity to a Slovak branch or subsidiary of the same corporate group for professional training.
The Intra-Corporate Transfer (ICT) – Trainee Employee permit allows non-EU nationals to transfer to a Slovak branch of their company for professional training. It is strictly regulated under the EU ICT Directive and requires a pre-existing employment relationship of at least three months. This permit is intended for career development and does not provide a pathway to permanent residency.
Cost Breakdown
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Employed by a company outside the EU for at least 3 months immediately preceding the transfer.
Hold a university degree.
Possess an agreement on professional preparation for career development or obtaining knowledge in business management techniques.
The Slovak host entity must be part of the same corporate group.
KEY CRITERIA
Education
bachelor or higher
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed and signed official application form (in Slovak).
Valid passport and two color photographs (3 x 3.5 cm).
Employment contract with the non-EU entity.
Confirmation of the duration of the transfer and the location of the host entity in Slovakia.
Confirmation of the trainee position and professional training agreement.
Proof of sufficient financial resources and accommodation.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Facilitates professional development within a global corporate group.
- Reduced processing time for recognized Shared Services Centers.
- Family reunification permitted.
Worth Knowing
- Non-renewable permit status.
- Time spent does not count toward permanent residence.
- Strict requirement for prior employment duration.
- Not having a university degree.
- Less than 3 months of prior employment with the non-EU entity.
- Host entity not part of the same corporate group.
Application Process
Vacancy Reporting
The Slovak host company must report the vacancy to the local Office of Labour, Social Affairs, and Family at least 20 working days before the application.
Submission
The applicant must submit the application in person at the Slovak embassy in their country of citizenship or residence.
Interview
An interview will be conducted at the embassy for a preliminary assessment.
Entry
If approved, a national visa (Type D) may be required to enter Slovakia to collect the residence document.
Post-Arrival
Report to the Foreign Police within 3 working days of arrival and undergo a medical examination (if required).
Application Forms
| Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic Application Forms | Fill online |
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