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Pros and Cons of Living in Slovakia

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jun 24, 2023

Summary: The pros of living in Slovakia include its beautiful natural scenery, its rich cultural heritage, its affordable cost of living, and its excellent public transportation system. On the other hand, the cons of living in Slovakia include its cold winters, its limited job opportunities, and its lack of modern infrastructure.

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What are the pros and cons of living in Slovakia?

Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Slovakia responded:

"Expats and digital nomads living in Slovakia appreciate the country's low cost of living, which allows them to stretch their budget further. They also enjoy the country's stunning natural beauty, with its rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque mountain ranges. Additionally, Slovakia is known for its friendly people and vibrant culture, which makes it a great place to live and work. On the downside, expats and digital nomads may find the language barrier to be a challenge, as English is not widely spoken in Slovakia. Additionally, the country's infrastructure is not as developed as in other parts of Europe, which can make it difficult to access certain services," said one in Slovakia.

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What do expats in Slovakia appreciate most about the local culture?

"Expats in Slovakia appreciate the country's rich cultural heritage, which includes a variety of traditional music, art, and architecture. They also enjoy the friendly and welcoming nature of the locals, who are always willing to help out and share their culture with visitors. Additionally, expats appreciate the country's stunning natural beauty, with its rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque mountain ranges. Finally, expats enjoy the country's vibrant nightlife, with its lively bars, clubs, and restaurants," explained one expat.

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What do expats find most challenging?

"Expats in Slovakia often find the language barrier to be the most challenging aspect of the local culture. Many Slovaks speak English, but it is not as widely spoken as in other European countries. Additionally, the Slovak culture is quite traditional and conservative, which can be difficult for expats to adjust to. Slovaks also tend to be quite reserved and formal in their interactions with strangers, which can be intimidating for expats who are used to more open and friendly interactions. Finally, Slovak cuisine can be quite heavy and unfamiliar to expats, making it difficult to find food that they are used to," explained one expat.

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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