You can open a subsidiary in Slovakia in 2026 if you want to expand your business in a fast manner. Our local specialists can represent you in the relationship with the Slovak authorities to avoid language barriers when setting up such an entity.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Applicable legislation (home country/foreign country) | Foreign country |
Best Used For | Trading, services |
Minimum share capital (YES/NO) | Yes, 5,000 EUR when set up as an LLC, 25,000 EUR when created as a public company |
| Time frame for the incorporation (approx.) | Approx. 16 weeks |
| Management (Local/Foreign) | Foreign |
| Legal representative required (YES/NO) | No |
| Local bank account (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Independence from the parent company | Fully independent from parent company |
| Liability of the parent company | Liable to the extent of the share capital participation |
| Corporate tax rate | 21% on worldwide profits |
| Possibility of hiring local staff (YES/NO) | Yes |
Table of Contents
What is a Slovak subsidiary from a legal point of view?
The subsidiary is a legal entity owned by another company known as a holding company. The subsidiary can be wholly or partially owned by the parent enterprise.
What are the main features of a Slovak subsidiary?
The main features of Slovak subsidiaries are:
- the parent company will have limited liability with respect to the subsidiary’s activities;
- the subsidiary can complete both the parent company’s activities and additional ones;
- the subsidiary manages itself and can take decisions in relation to its undertakings;
- the Slovak subsidiary will be treated like any other domestic company in this country;
- the subsidiary will be treated like a local company when it comes to the taxes it will pay;
- the registration of a subsidiary will be completed by using one of the forms governed by the Slovak Company Law;
- in terms of licensing and obligations, the subsidiary will respect Slovak laws and will obtain its licenses from the local authorities;
- both local and foreign companies are allowed to set up subsidiaries in Slovakia.
It is useful to know that the subsidiary must have an original trading name which must not be the same as the parent company’s, like in the case of the branch office.
What are the types of companies that can expand their operations through subsidiaries in Slovakia?
The subsidiary can be used by both Slovak and foreign companies.
You can also read about the opening of a Slovak subsidiary in the scheme below:
What are the legal entities that can be established as subsidiaries in Slovakia?
Some of the forms of business that subsidiaries may take in Slovakia are:
- limited liability companies (private or public);
- partnerships (general or limited);
- co-operatives.
Many investors choose limited liability companies, where the liability of the members is determined by their contribution to the company’s capital.
What are the steps to open a subsidiary in Slovakia?
The following:
- checking and reserving the name at the Trade Register;
- notarizing the documents of incorporation;
- depositing the documents at the one-stop shop in order to receive the trade licenses (necessary for performing business);
- the health insurance;
- the income tax registration;
- opening a bank account;
- depositing all the above at the District Court for registration.
What are the documents required for opening a subsidiary in Slovakia?
Here they are:
- the registration certificate of the parent company;
- the Articles of Association of the subsidiary;
- proof of the registered address in Slovakia (it is also possible to use domiciliation services in the form of a virtual office);
- the declaration through which the decision for opening the subsidiary was adopted;
- the decision through which the director was appointed (there is no need for the director to be a Slovak resident).
NOTE: Foreign documents must be translated into Slovak BEFORE filing them with the Companies Register.
Do Slovak subsidiaries require operating licenses?
Yes, they must apply for a trade license or a specific business permit, based on the operations to undertake.
Here is also a video on this subject:
How long does it take to register a subsidiary in Slovakia?
Approximately one week.
Is it possible to register a Slovak subsidiary remotely?
Yes, the Slovak company formation process can be completed remotely through our dedicated services.
What are the costs of opening a subsidiary in Slovakia?
If you choose our services, our fees start at EUR 1,200 if you register the subsidiary as a private limited liability company. We also offer virtual office services starting at EUR 120 per year.
If you need more details about the process of setting up a subsidiary in Slovakia in 2026, you may contact our specialists in company formation matters.
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