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Our Slovenia visa application process

How to apply for your Slovenia visa with iVisa.

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Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions to find out whether you need a Slovenia Schengen Visa, National Visa (Type D), ETIAS, or another Slovenian document. Then, upload your documents and pay securely. You can save your progress and come back anytime. Most people finish in less than 10 minutes.

We’ll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

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We review your application

The Slovenian visa system is known for being tricky – your photo must be the right size, and your passport scan must be clear.

Don’t worry; we will review your application to see if anything might cause delays. One of our experts checks everything for errors or missing information to make sure it’s ready to go. This review is quick but thorough.

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We submit it for government processing

We’re not the Slovenian government, but we submit your application to them and are here to support you along the way if any issues arise.

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Get your Slovenia Schengen Visa

We’ll let you know how to use your approved Schengen Visa for your trip.

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Visa types needed for Slovenia

  • Slovenia Schengen Visa (Type C)
  • ETIAS for Slovenia (coming soon)*
  • Airport Transit Visa (Type A)*
  • National Visa (Type D)*
  • Digital Nomad Permit*
  • Single Residence and Work Permit*
  • Student and Researcher Permits*
  • Family Reunification Permit*

Slovenia Schengen Visa (Type C)

Purpose: The Slovenia Schengen Visa (Type C) is for travelers visiting Slovenia for tourism, business trips, short-term study, or visiting friends and family.

When to apply: It’s recommended to apply at least three to four weeks in advance. You can apply up to six months before your departure, but no later than 15 days prior.

Duration and extensions: The visa allows for a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Extensions are only granted in exceptional cases, such as medical emergencies or force majeure.

Entries: Depending on your travel history and needs, it’s issued for single, double, or multiple entries. Frequent travelers may receive a multiple-entry visa valid for one to five years.

Ports of entry: Holders can enter through any international border, including Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), the Port of Koper, or land borders with non-Schengen neighbors.

Delivery format: The visa is a physical sticker affixed to your passport. You must visit a Slovenian embassy or a visa center (like VFS Global) in person to provide fingerprints and a digital photo.

ETIAS for Slovenia (coming soon)*

ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) is not a visa. It's a pre-travel authorization that will be required for visa-exempt travelers entering Slovenia and the Schengen Area.

Travelers from visa-free countries (e.g., the US, UK, Canada, Australia) can visit for tourism, business, or transit. The stay limit is 90 days within a 180-day period.

*ETIAS is not yet in force. Once implemented, it will be mandatory for visa-exempt travelers to enter Slovenia.

Airport Transit Visa (Type A)*

For travelers passing through the international transit area of a Slovenian airport without entering the country. It’s for specific visa-required nationals and is valid only for the duration of the transit.

*We currently don't offer this visa.

National Visa (Type D)*

An entry and residence permit for stays between 90 days and one year. It’s for specific groups like family members of Slovenian/EU citizens, participants in long-term education (over 3 months), or specialized professionals (athletes, reporters). It's valid for up to 1 year and can’t be extended, but it allows you to apply for a residence permit once inside Slovenia.

*We currently don't offer this visa.

Digital Nomad Permit*

A permit for non-EU/EEA remote workers employed by companies registered outside Slovenia. It requires proof of foreign income (at least €3,200 monthly). It’s valid for 1 year and isn't renewable, though you can reapply six months after it expires.

*We currently don't offer this permit.

Single Residence and Work Permit*

This combined permit allows you to live and work for a Slovenian employer. It's for foreigners with a local employment contract. It's typically valid for 1 year and can be extended for up to 2 years at a time as long as the employment continues.

*We currently don't offer this permit.

Student and Researcher Permits*

For those accepted into accredited Slovenian educational institutions or research projects. The Student Permit is valid for the duration of the study program plus a short grace period. The Researcher Permit is for those with a hosting agreement from a local research organization.

*We currently don't offer these permits.

Family Reunification Permit*

For the spouse, partner, or minor children of a foreigner already residing in Slovenia. It's for dependents who wish to live with their sponsor. Its validity is usually tied to the primary permit holder's status.

*We currently don't offer this permit.

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Slovenia visa policy

Most foreign nationals must obtain a Schengen Visa before traveling to Slovenia for tourism, business, study, or work. Citizens of the US, UK, Canada, and Australia are exempt from this requirement for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Slovenia doesn’t offer a traditional Visa on Arrival (VoA) service. Citizens of EU and EEA member states do not require a visa for any length of stay.

Travelers entering Slovenia aren't currently required to complete a mandatory e-Arrival Card before departure. However, as of early 2026, all non-EU travelers must undergo biometric registration at the border via the EU Entry/Exit System (EES).

General Slovenia visa requirements are:

  • Passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended departure date from the Schengen Area and issued within the last 10 years
  • Completed and signed visa application form
  • Recent passport-size photo meeting Schengen requirements
  • Travel details (such as flight reservation and accommodation address)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means for the duration of stay
  • Travel medical insurance covering at least €30,000 within the Schengen Area
  • Proof of purpose of travel

Slovenia visa prices

Slovenia Schengen Visa (Type C)

Prices starting from $399.99

Valid for 3 months after issued
Single entry
Stay up to 90 days per entry

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Average time to apply?

15-45 days

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FAQs

The standard processing time is 15 calendar days from the date your application is received at the embassy or consulate. However, during peak travel seasons or if additional documentation is required, it can take up to 45 days. It’s recommended to apply at least 3–4 weeks before your departure.

You must apply through Slovenia only if it's your main destination. This is defined as the country where you'll spend the most nights. If you're staying an equal number of nights in two countries (e.g., 5 in Slovenia and 5 in Austria), you should apply at the embassy of the country you'll enter first.

No, for short stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period, citizens of these countries remain visa-exempt. However, travelers should be aware of two new systems:

  • EES (Entry/Exit System): Requires all non-EU travelers to provide fingerprints and a facial scan at the border.

  • ETIAS: Expected to launch in late 2026; once active, visa-exempt travelers will need this digital authorization before flying.

The ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is expected to be fully operational by the last quarter of 2026. Once active, travelers from visa-exempt countries (like the US, UK, and Canada) must apply online for this authorization before boarding their flight or driving into Slovenia.

Our team works with a legal partner specializing in Schengen Visas. They will review your application to ensure its accuracy and completeness. Once the authorities approve it, you’ll receive an email with the next steps.

The “90/180-rule” means you can stay in the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days total within any continuous 180-day window. The 180-day period is not fixed, it is counted backward from each day you are in the Schengen Area.

Example:

  • You enter the Schengen Area on January 1
  • You stay for 30 days and leave on January 30
  • In the last 180 days, you’ve used 30 days
  • You still have 60 days left to use

If you later return:

  • You stay 40 more days
  • Now you’ve used 70 days total
  • You only have 20 days left until older days “drop off” the 180-day window
  • Leaving the Schengen Area “resets” nothing - only time does

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