What is a Slovak Commercial Register Extract?
A Commercial Register extract (OR SR) in Slovakia is an official document that contains basic information about a legal entity – for example, a limited liability company (s.r.o.), joint-stock company (a.s.), or cooperative. It serves as proof of the company’s existence and its current legal data. Many authorities, banks, or business partners require the extract when entering into contracts or verifying the reliability of a company.
Who manages the Commercial Register in Slovakia?
The Commercial Register is maintained by registry courts, administered by the Ministry of Justice of the Slovak Republic.
There is also a central Commercial Register portal – www.orsr.sk, where company data can be viewed publicly and free of charge.
Entries into the register are made by:
- District courts acting as registry courts according to the company’s registered seat,
- The Ministry of Justice of the Slovak Republic as the administrator of the electronic database.
What information does the Slovak Commercial Register Extract contain?
Each extract contains up-to-date information about a Slovak company, which is publicly accessible, including:
- Business name and legal form (e.g. “ABC Consulting s. r. o.”)
- Company ID number (IČO) and registered seat
- Date of registration and recorded changes
- Managing directors and shareholders
- Scope of business activities
- Amount of registered share capital
- Legal status of the company (active / dissolved / in liquidation)
- other information.
This data is legally binding because it comes directly from the registry court.
When do you need a Slovak Commercial Register Extract?
The extract is often required in various legal, business, and administrative situations, such as:
- when opening a business bank account,
- when applying for loans or subsidies,
- in public procurement procedures,
- when signing contracts with business partners or state authorities,
- when verifying a business partner’s credibility.
If you only need to check the company data, a free informative extract from the ORSR website is sufficient.
However, if the document is required by an authority or a court, you must request an official (certified) extract.
Types of extracts: Informative vs. Official (Certified)
| Type of Extract | Description | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Informative extract | No stamp, downloaded for free from the ORSR website | For internal use, quick verification of a partner |
| Official (certified) extract | Contains an electronic seal or court stamp | For authorities, banks, courts, and public tenders |
The informative extract can be downloaded immediately and free of charge.
The official extract is subject to a fee and is issued either electronically or in paper form.
Where can you obtain a Slovak Commercial Register Extract and what are the current fees?
You can obtain an extract from the Commercial Register of the Slovak Republic in several ways, with differences in price, method of delivery, and processing time.
The fastest and free solution is the website www.orsr.sk, where you can download an informative extract for free (0 €).
This extract is for informational purposes only and cannot be used for official/legal purposes.
If you need an official (certified) extract, you can request it via sluzby.orsr.sk – the electronic version is free of charge (0 €), but if you request a paper (printed) version, the fee is 10 €.
Another option is to obtain the extract in person at the registry court, where the fee for an official extract has been 10 € since 1 April 2024.
If you prefer fast in-person service outside the court, you can visit a branch of Slovenská pošta (Slovak Post), where — under the service “Integrated Citizen Service Point (IOMO)” — the extract is issued on the spot for 4.50 €.
The last option is a notary, who can obtain and certify the extract directly.
The price depends on the number of pages – according to the notarial fee schedule it is 1.33 € per page, plus administrative costs, usually totalling 3 € – 10 €.
Comparison Table – Ways to Obtain a Commercial Register Extract in Slovakia (2026)
| Method of obtaining extract | Fee (2026) | Processing time | Form / Where | Type of extract |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| www.orsr.sk (informative extract) | 0 € | immediately | online | non-official (informative) |
| sluzby.orsr.sk (electronic extract) | 0 € (electronic) / 10 € (paper) | instantly online / 1–2 days by post | online | official certified |
| Registry court (in person) | 10 € | on the spot | in person | official certified |
| Slovenská pošta – IOMO | 4.50 € | on the spot | in person | official certified |
| Notary (in person) | ≈ 3 € – 10 € (1.33 €/page) | usually immediately | in person | official certified |
Detailed instructions (step-by-step) for obtaining a Commercial Register Extract in 2026
1. Online – via Služby ORSR portal (sluzby.orsr.sk)
When to use: when you need an official extract (electronic or paper) and can submit the request online.
Procedure:
- Go to: sluzby.orsr.sk → “Poskytovanie výpisu z ORSR”
- Select: “Request for issuing an extract from the Commercial Register”
- Enter information about the applicant (name, surname, email) and the company (ICO / business name).
- Choose the form of extract:
- Electronic version: free of charge (0 €), issued with a qualified electronic seal.
- Paper version: fee 10 €, delivered by post.
- Submit the request electronically – a qualified electronic signature of the applicant is not required.
- Electronic version: after processing, the extract is delivered directly to your electronic mailbox.
- Paper version: after fee payment, the extract is sent to the address in the request.
2. Online – via the Central Government Portal slovensko.sk
When to use: if you want an electronic extract and prefer the official government portal.
Procedure:
- Log in to slovensko.sk using e-ID or another authorised login.
- Search for the service “Commercial Register Extract”.
- Fill in the required form – enter company name or ICO, choose electronic or paper version.
- Electronic version: free of charge (0 €), delivered electronically.
- Paper version: choose payment (credit card / eKolok), extract is delivered by post.
3. In person – at a branch of Slovenská pošta (selected branches only)
When to use: if you prefer handling it physically without an electronic signature.
Procedure:
- Find a post office providing IOMO services (posta.sk → Výpisy a služby štátu).
- Request the service “Commercial Register Extract SR”.
- Present an identity document.
- Pay the fee – usually 4.50 €.
- The extract is issued on the spot, in paper form, legally valid.
4. In person – at the registry court (District Court – Commercial Register)
When to use: if you want the extract directly from the court, or your company is registered in that region.
Procedure:
- Visit the district court that acts as the registry court for the company’s seat.
- Request the Commercial Register Extract for the selected company.
- Pay the court fee – currently 10 €.
- The extract is issued on the spot, with court stamp.
(Note: previously 6.50 €, but latest legal changes set it at 10 €.)
5. In person – at a notary
When to use: if you also need notarial certification or are handling other legal documents at the same time.
Procedure:
- Choose a notary and request a Commercial Register Extract.
- Provide company name, ICO, number of copies.
- Pay the fee – usually 1.33 € / page + 0.70 € system fee + VAT, i.e.:
- 2-page extract ≈ 4.03 €
- 3-page extract ≈ 5.63 €
- The extract is prepared immediately and handed over as an official document.
Most common mistakes when obtaining a Slovak Commercial Register Extract
- Confusing the Commercial Register with the Trade Register (ŽR SR).
- Using an informative extract for official/legal purposes.
- Submitting a request with incorrect ICO or business name.
- Forgetting to pay the eKolok when requesting a paper extract online.
- Submitting an extract older than 30 days – banks and authorities often reject it.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Commercial Register extract public?
Yes. Anyone can view company data for free on orsr.sk.
2. Can I use the informative extract for official purposes?
No. Only an officially certified extract is valid for legal use.
3. How long does it take to get the extract via slovensko.sk?
Usually just a few minutes – the process is automated.
4. How long is the extract valid?
Typically 30 days, unless the authority requires a shorter period.
5. Can I request an extract for a company that has been dissolved?
Yes — you must request a historical extract at the registry court.
6. Can I obtain an extract for a foreign company?
No — only companies registered in the Slovak Commercial Register.
Summary
- Extract can be obtained online, electronically, or in person
- Informative extract – free, non-official
- Official extract – fee 4.50 € (electronic) or 10 € (paper)
- Validity – usually 30 days
- Verification possible via electronic seal or QR code
Mgr. Dominik Ondrišeje
Dominik is co-founder of the SetupMART project. Dominik is responsible for corporate services and implementation of modern technologies in our services at SetupMART. Dominik is dedicated to the sale of ready-made companies since 2011. Dominik studied law at the Pan-European School of Law.