What is a hosting agreement and why do I need it for research residence in Slovakia?

Temporary residence for research and development is built on a hosting agreement signed by a third-country researcher and a host research organisation in Slovakia. The agreement is the legal foundation of the application and describes the research activity.

Only research organisations authorised by the relevant Slovak ministry may conclude a hosting agreement, so confirm your host is on the authorised list before relying on this route. The hosting-agreement framework is designed to make entry faster and lighter on paperwork than the standard employment route.