โ๏ธ Heading to Slovakia? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. ๐
Check them out below! ๐ ๐
Using your card
๐ณ Do I need cash in Slovakia, or can I use my card everywhere?
Most places take cards, however smaller shops may require cash. Make sure you always carry some on you.
๐ฐ What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Euro. The symbol is โฌ or EUR.
๐ง Which ATMโs can I use for free?
The bunq community has reported free withdrawals at these ATMs.
- Postova Banka
- Unicredit
- Tatra Banka
- VUB
- Prima Banka
- Slovenskรก Sporiteฤพลa
- OTP banka
- ฤSOB
- 365.bank
๐ต If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
20 EUR should be enough for a few days, since you can use your card for nearly everything.
Staying connected
๐ฑ Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
All EU mobile plans should let you roam for free.
Wifi is readily available, especially in coffee shops.
If you want to get a local SIM card, you can learn about your options here.
Useful things to know
๐โโ๏ธ How does tipping work?
Tipping is not mandatory. but you can round up the bill if you recieved good service.
๐บ How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
โฌ1,50
๐ฝ How much does an average meal cost?
โฌ5,00
๐จ Whatโs the emergency number?
112
๐ What type of plug do they use?
This one! Itโs the standard European plug.
๐ What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
๐บ How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well here.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. ๐
๐ Any other good tips?
The Hotel Galรฉria Spirit in Bratislava is worth a visit, an extravagant building that is also an art gallery.
If you've been to Slovakia ๐ธ๐ฐ share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! ๐ ๐
