Is there help with energy costs in Slovakia?

The short answer

Many countries have a social tariff, a discount or an allowance for people on a low income, and free advice on saving energy.

📜 The rules in Slovakia

Help if money is tight

Targeted state energy aid for 2026, based on household income ('bonita'). You need permanent residence at the supply address. No application is needed: for electricity and gas it appears as a lower price on your bill; for district heating you get an energy voucher.

Adresná energopomoc 🔗 energopomoc.sk

Official source: mhsr.sk · Checked 2026-09-27

Free energy advice

Official information on the 2026 state energy aid: who qualifies and how it is paid. Call centre 02/3300 3300 (working days 8:00–16:00); also at district office client centres.

Adresná energopomoc (Ministerstvo hospodárstva SR) 🔗 energopomoc.sk

Regulated price

ÚRSO sets maximum supply prices for households. In 2026 the average household electricity price is about €196/MWh incl. VAT (+2.78%); gas end prices are about a third higher than the subsidised 2025 prices. About 90% of households also get state 'adresná energopomoc' as a lower price on the bill.

Maximálne ceny ÚRSO pre domácnosti (zraniteľní odberatelia) 🔗 urso.gov.sk

Official source: urso.gov.sk · Checked 2026-09-27

🪜 Step by step

See what existsThe schemes in Slovakia are listed below, with who qualifies.
Check if it is automaticSome discounts are applied automatically. For others you have to apply.
Get free adviceFree energy or debt advice can help you lower your bills and deal with arrears.
Talk to your supplierAsk about a cheaper tariff or a payment plan, and register as a vulnerable customer if that applies.

📇 Who to contact

Adresná energopomocDiscount or support scheme for energy costsIf you have a low income or receive benefits🔗 www.energopomoc.sk/domov

Adresná energopomoc (Ministerstvo hospodárstva SR)Free advice on energy costs and saving energyWhen bills are too high or you are behind on payments🔗 www.energopomoc.sk/domov

Úrad pre reguláciu sieťových odvetví (ÚRSO)Supervises energy companies and explains your rightsFor information, and to report a company that breaks the rules🔗 www.urso.gov.sk

❓ Questions

Do I have to apply?

It depends on the scheme. The details for Slovakia are on this page.

Who gets the discount if I rent?

Usually the person named on the energy contract.

Is there help for heating oil or wood?

Some countries have separate heating allowances. Ask the social services of your municipality.

📎 Sources

Checked: 2026-09-27

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