Travelling with children

Since June 2012, every citizen of the Slovak Republic must have their own valid passport when travelling abroad.

Before travelling, always check the entry requirements of your target destination and make sure all your travel documents are valid. This can help you avoid complications, such as being denied boarding.

According to most air carriers’ Conditions of Carriage, an infant (from 8 days up to 2 years of age) cannot occupy a separate seat and must travel on the lap of an accompanying person aged 16 or over. It is generally not possible to purchase a separate seat for an infant unless specific airline conditions allow it.

With most airlines, infants do not have a hand baggage allowance, and it is usually not possible to purchase a checked baggage allowance for them either. Passengers are typically entitled to one piece of baggage free of charge for the infant (for example a stroller), which must be handed over to the cabin crew before boarding the aircraft. The stroller is transported separately in the aircraft hold so that it is available immediately after disembarkation. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the Conditions of Carriage of your airline before travelling.

Baby food and medication

Baby food carried in hand baggage is subject to special rules and may exceed the standard 100 ml liquid limit. It must be kept in a transparent, resealable bag, and presented separately when going through security control.

Special regulations also apply to medication. If your child requires medication during your travels, it should be packed in your hand baggage. Common over-the-counter medications (e.g. nasal sprays, eye drops, cough syrups) may be carried without a prescription. If the packaging is over 100 ml in volume, please make sure to carry a doctor's note in both English and Slovak. The note does not have to be officially certified.

During take-off and landing, children may experience ear pressure. To help relieve discomfort, we recommend bringing a pacifier or a sweet/chewing gum (depending on the child's age), or a favourite toy to keep them comfortable and occupied before departure or during the flight itself.