According to the legislation of Slovak Republic it is imperative that the foreign nationals from non- EU countries who intend to study in the Slovak Republic obtain their permit prior to their departure from their home country.
All potential foreign students and faculty are strongly recommended to contact the consular section of the diplomatic mission (embassy) of the Slovak Republic in their country as soon as they receive their Letter of Acceptance. The processing of the application for the necessary permit may take several months and a number of documents will be required.

Note: EU citizens are allowed to stay temporary in the Slovak Republic without any additional permission related requirements.