Current time in Slovakia
Central European Summer Time (CEST) · UTC+2 · Capital: Bratislava
- Official name
- Slovenská republika
- Capital
- Bratislava
- Population
- 5,421,349
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- Slovak
- Dialling code
- +421
- Internet domain
- .sk
- ISO codes
- SK, SVK
- Continent
- Europe
- Largest city
- Bratislava
- Cities on WorldClock
- 1
- Number of time zones
- 1
About Slovakia
Slovakia, is a landlocked country in Central Europe (not to be confused with Slovenia). It is surrounded by Austria to the west, Czech Republic to the northwest, Hungary to the south, Poland to the north and Ukraine to the east. Slovakia is a modern democratic country and is a member of the European Union. Its capital is Bratislava. Slovakia is a small country, combining natural beauty and an interesting history. In addition, Bratislava is a very vivid student town, with great opportunities for entertainment. Lonely Planet has list Slovakia as number 5 on its top 10 countries list, being best for “culture, adventure and off the beaten track”.
Apart from the capital, the most famous attraction of Slovakia is its nine national parks, which cover a fairly large portion of the country’s area. Also, the highest point of the Carpathian Mountains, the High Tatras, is located within the Slovakian border. Architecture and history lovers are also attracted to Slovakia, because it features the highest numbers of castles per capita in the world. Slovakia is also a well known hiking destination, as it is covered by trails that encircle the whole country.
The country uses the Euro as currency.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Slovakia in?
Slovakia uses Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2 at the moment.
How many time zones does Slovakia have?
Slovakia has a single time zone, so it is the same time everywhere in the country: UTC+2 right now.
Does Slovakia observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Slovakia changes its clocks for daylight saving time and is currently on Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC+2. Clocks go back 1 hour on 25 October 2026, to UTC+1.
What time is it in Bratislava right now?
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is on Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC+2. The live clock at the top of this page always shows the exact current time.
What is the time difference between Slovakia and London?
Slovakia is currently 1 hour ahead of London. The gap can change by an hour when either side switches to or from daylight saving time.
What is the time difference between Slovakia and New York?
Slovakia is currently 6 hours ahead of New York. The gap can change by an hour when either side switches to or from daylight saving time.
What is the best time to call Slovakia?
Office hours in Slovakia (9:00–17:00 local time) are 08:00–16:00 in London and 03:00–11:00 in New York, so aim for that window.
Which countries in Europe are on the same time as Slovakia?
Right now these countries in Europe share UTC+2: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark….
What is the dialling code for Slovakia?
The international dialling code for Slovakia is +421.