In 2026, the Slovak Financial Administration has already received more than 1 million tax returns. This is an important signal for entrepreneurs, s.r.o. companies, self-employed persons and individuals: the Slovak tax system is actively processing tax returns, and tax overpayments are being refunded to taxpayers.
As of mid-April 2026, 1,014,932 tax returns — daňové priznanie — had been filed in Slovakia.
More than 800,000 tax returns had already been processed.
The Financial Administration reports that the system is working steadily and that tax returns are being processed actively.
For entrepreneurs, this means one thing: tax obligations in Slovakia must be fulfilled on time and correctly, because the tax office has enough data, tools and control mechanisms to process and verify tax returns.
Tax Return in Slovakia: Who Must File It?
A tax return in Slovakia may need to be filed by:
- individuals;
- self-employed persons — živnostníci;
- s.r.o. companies;
- entrepreneurs with income in Slovakia;
- people with several sources of income;
- companies keeping accounting records;
- VAT payers — DPH payers.
This is especially important for Ukrainians in Slovakia, because many people open a živnosť or an s.r.o., but do not always understand when exactly they must file a daňové priznanie and what information must be included.
More Than 1 Million Tax Returns: What It Means for Business
The fact that more than 1 million tax returns have already been filed in 2026 shows that entrepreneurs and individuals are actively fulfilling their tax obligations.
For businesses, this means:
- the tax system is working steadily;
- tax returns are being actively processed;
- the Financial Administration has up-to-date data about entrepreneurs;
- control over tax obligations remains active;
- mistakes in tax returns can be detected quickly.
If you run a business in Slovakia, it is important not only to file a tax return, but to file it correctly.
s.r.o. Tax Returns in Slovakia Are Increasing
Special attention should be paid to tax returns filed by legal entities.
In 2026, the number of tax returns filed by legal entities, including s.r.o. companies, increased by 1.49%.
This shows that business activity in Slovakia remains stable, and the number of companies fulfilling their tax obligations is gradually growing.
For owners of s.r.o. companies, this is also a reminder: the company must have properly prepared accounting, a closed financial year and a correctly filed corporate tax return.
Tax Refund in Slovakia: When Can You Receive an Overpayment?
One of the most common questions from Ukrainians in Slovakia is about tax refunds.
Based on filed tax returns, the Financial Administration refunds tax overpayments.
In 2026, tax overpayments should be refunded by:
11 May 2026
However, it is important to understand that a tax refund is possible only when the tax return has been filed correctly.
If the tax return contains mistakes, incomplete information or an incorrect tax calculation, the refund may be delayed.
How Tax Refunds Work in Slovakia
A tax overpayment is usually refunded automatically if:
- the tax return was filed on time;
- the information was completed correctly;
- the taxpayer actually has an overpayment;
- the correct bank account was provided;
- the Financial Administration did not identify problems in the tax return.
That is why, before filing a daňové priznanie, it is important to check not only the tax amount, but also all formal details.
Odklad daňového priznania: Extension of the Tax Return Filing Deadline
In 2026, entrepreneurs actively used the option to extend the tax return filing deadline.
There were 359,166 notices of odklad, meaning notices of tax return deadline extension.
This is 6.49% more than before.
For entrepreneurs, this means that odklad is becoming a normal tax planning tool.
When Is It Useful to File an Odklad?
An extension of the tax return deadline may be useful if:
- accounting records are not ready yet;
- documents still need to be collected;
- there is income from abroad;
- the tax calculation needs to be checked more carefully;
- the company wants to plan cash flow better;
- the entrepreneur cannot file the tax return by the standard deadline.
However, the odklad must be filed correctly and on time. Simply not filing a tax return may create a problem with the tax office.
Common Mistakes in a Tax Return
Entrepreneurs and individuals often make mistakes that can delay a tax refund or lead to additional questions from the tax office.
The most common mistakes include:
- incorrectly calculated tax;
- expenses not included;
- income reported incorrectly;
- mistakes in VAT reports — DPH;
- incomplete taxpayer details;
- incorrect bank account for the refund;
- missing attachments;
- tax return filed in the wrong format;
- mistakes with foreign income;
- confusion between personal income, živnosť income and s.r.o. income.
Such mistakes can delay the refund or require the filing of a corrected tax return.
Tax Return for Ukrainians in Slovakia
For Ukrainians in Slovakia, the topic of daňové priznanie is often more complicated than it may seem.
The reason is that people may have different types of income:
- employment income in Slovakia;
- income from živnosť;
- income from an s.r.o.;
- income from Ukraine;
- income from other countries;
- rental income;
- freelance income;
- business income;
- one-time or additional income.
In such situations, it is important to determine correctly what must be included in the tax return and how to avoid double taxation or mistakes.
What This Statistics Means for Entrepreneurs
More than 1 million filed tax returns show that the Slovak tax system is working actively.
For entrepreneurs, this means:
- accounting should not be left until the last moment;
- income and expenses should be monitored throughout the year;
- VAT — DPH — must be handled correctly;
- documents must be kept properly;
- possible tax overpayments should be checked;
- taxes should be planned in advance.
A correctly prepared tax return is not only about fulfilling an obligation. It is also a way to avoid overpaying taxes.
Help With Tax Returns in Slovakia
BUH.SK helps Ukrainians in Slovakia file tax returns correctly and avoid mistakes.
We can help with:
- filing daňové priznanie;
- bookkeeping and accounting;
- živnosť registration;
- s.r.o. registration;
- VAT — DPH — registration;
- VAT reports;
- checking tax overpayments;
- tax consultations;
- rental of company registered address — sídlo firmy;
- preparation of documents for the tax office.
If you are planning to open a company in Slovakia, you can read more here:
Company registration in Slovakia — s.r.o.
Do You Want to Receive a Tax Refund in Slovakia?
If you worked in Slovakia, had income as a živnostník, or operated an s.r.o., you may be entitled to a tax overpayment refund.
We can help you:
- check your tax return;
- identify a possible overpayment;
- file the documents correctly;
- avoid mistakes;
- go through the processing faster.
Contact BUH.SK — we will help you file your tax return in Slovakia correctly.
Conclusion
In 2026, more than 1 million tax returns have already been filed in Slovakia. This shows that the tax system is stable, businesses are actively fulfilling their obligations, and the Financial Administration is processing data efficiently.
But the most important thing for an entrepreneur is not just to file a tax return, but to file it correctly.
Mistakes can delay a tax refund, create additional questions from the tax office or require the filing of a corrected tax return.
If you are not sure how to file your daňové priznanie in Slovakia correctly, contact BUH.SK.
