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Importing to Slovakia
Slovakia is emerging as a hidden gem in the IT space. Its dynamic ecosystem presents an ideal mix of skilled professionals, groundbreaking startups, and a well-established tech landscape, making it an appealing destination for local and international entities.
Tax
Up to 20%
Duties
Up to 7%
Lead Times
1-2 Weeks
Restricted Items
N/A
Best Carrier Option
Courier or Freight Forwarder
Non-Working Days
Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays ‘
Prominent Language
Slovak and English
Exporting From and Importing to Slovakia
Slovakia, located in Europe, is experiencing steady growth in imports and exports across the continent and globally. The Slovakian government is implementing various initiatives, including the 2030 Strategy for Digital Transformation. This highlights the government’s conscious efforts to promote tech investments within the country. The tech sector is also seeing extensive growth, particularly with ecommerce.
Slovakia is also leading the way in innovation, excelling in various domains such as AI, cybersecurity, and blockchain. Slovakia is part of the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), further facilitating imports. Its geographical location within central Europe also offers easy access to both Western and Eastern Europe through its airports and railroads, promoting overall trade.
Population
5.5M
Biggest Industry by Export
Vehicles
Capital City
Bratislava
Biggest Industry by Import
Electronics
Specialized Solution for Slovakia
TecEx’s Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution allows us to gather all documents, liaise with customs, and monitor the entire shipping process while allowing you to track the shipment.
We choose the best lane when examining imports and exports into Slovakia, ensuring goods reach the end destination efficiently and effectively. Because Slovakia is landlocked and located within Europe, our warehousing solutions, such as the Netherlands hub, help facilitate imports into the country.
Unique Pain Points for Imports to Slovakia
Stringent Regulations
Slovakia’s membership in the European Union makes it difficult for non-EU countries to import into Slovakia. This is due to the stringent regulations and requirements.
Ensuring that the correct documents, certifications, and labels meet EU specifications takes time and is an administrative burden for complex tech products.
Corruption in Slovakia
Slovakia faces problems regarding corruption, which impacts the country’s investment landscape. High levels of corruption can also lead to customs and border inefficiencies, which can lead to longer processing times.
Countries Associated with Slovakia
Europe
Czech Republic
Europe
Poland
Specific Compliance Regulations for Slovakia
Registered Entity
Like many other countries, Slovakia requires a registered entity to handle the importation of dual-use tech goods. Within the EU, this entity is known as the IOR. TecEx brings extensive import and trade compliance expertise to ensure a seamless customs clearance process for your IT shipments.
EORI Number
Obtaining an Economic Operator Identification and Registration (EORI) number is essential for non-EU companies considering imports or exports to Slovakia. This unique number enables Slovakian customs to easily track your shipments across Europe. Along with an EORI number, other regulations for imports into Slovakia need to be strictly followed. This includes ensuring that tech products carry CE markings, which confirm compliance with EU regulatory standards. Importers must also prepare documents such as a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Bill of Lading to facilitate customs clearance and legal importation.
Reach Out to a Slovakian Trade Expert
Navigate imports into Slovakia today. Chat to one of our TecEx trade experts, to successfully get your tech to their final destination.
