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Applying for a Schengen Visa to Slovenia

It is important to determine if you need a Schengen visa for Slovenia based on your nationality. Knowing the application process and meeting the requirements will help ensure a successful trip.

Our visa experts have crafted the following guide to assist you at every stage of the Slovenian Schengen visa application process. Filled with valuable insights and in-depth information based on our expertise, this comprehensive guide will aid you in thoroughly preparing for your upcoming Slovenian adventure.

How to Apply for a Slovenia Schengen Visa?

• Check if you need a visa.
• Understand the type of visa you need.
• Determine where to lodge your application.
• Complete and download the visa application form.
• Schedule your visa appointment.
• Prepare the required documents.
• Attend your appointment.
• Wait for the visa to process.
• Collect your passport.

Check if You Need a Visa

Whether you need a visa to visit Slovenia depends on your nationality.

Who Needs a Visa for Slovenia?

You will have to apply for a visa when travelling to Slovenia if you are:

• A citizen of a non-EU  country that has not reached a visa liberalisation agreement with the EU .
• A citizen of a non-EU country that has reached a visa liberalisation agreement with the EU, but you were rejected from entering Slovenia or any other Schengen country visa-free.

Additionally, even if you are from a country which has a visa-free agreement, you may need to apply for a visa if you have been denied entry, for any reason.

Who Is Visa Exempt?

You are exempt from applying for a visa to enter Slovenia if you fall into any of the following categories:

• You are a citizen of an EU member state, Slovenia, Liechtenstein, Norway, or Switzerland.
• You hold a passport from the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, or any  other country with a visa liberalisation agreement with the EU .
• You possess a valid residence permit from any country within the Schengen area.

For those exempt from a visa, check out the required documents for entry into Slovenia. It’s always good to be prepared!

Understand the Type of Visa You Need

If your plan involves a short trip to Slovenia, lasting up to 90 days, whether it’s for tourism, visiting friends and family, or business purposes, you should apply for a short-stay visa, commonly referred to as a C-type or Schengen Visa. You have to select the reason why you are applying for the visa when completing the visa application form.

However, if your visit involves other purposes or you plan to stay in Slovenia for more than 90 days, you’ll need a long-stay visa, also known as a D-type visa.

Short-Stay Visa (C) Types

There is a single type of Schengen Visa, known as the C type, applicable for short-term visits. However, this visa caters to various purposes. Those include:

• Airport transit visa .  You need to apply for a transit visa if you are travelling through Slovenia as a transit country before reaching your main destination.
• Tourist Visa. For individuals visiting Slovenia for tourism and leisure purposes.
• Visitor Visa. Issued to those planning to visit friends or family in Slovenia.
• Medical Visa. Granted to individuals seeking medical treatment or consultations in Slovenia.
• Cultural Visa . Available for participation in festivals, sports events, religious events, or other cultural programs within the country.
• Business Visa. Granted to individuals conducting business activities such as meetings, conferences, or negotiations in Slovenia.
• Official Visit Visa . Intended for government officials, diplomats, or representatives traveling to Slovenia for official purposes.
• Short term study visa. Designed for individuals attending short-term educational programs, conferences, workshops, or seminars in Slovenia.

Determine Where to Lodge Your Application

You have to apply for a Slovenian Schengen visa at an embassy or consulate or at VFS Global which is an appointed (third-party) visa application centre.

Finding the Right Submission Location

Where you apply depends on where you are legally living:

• Apply at a VFS application centre if live in Australia, Belarus, Canada, China, Egypt, Fiji, India, Iraq, Kosovo, Kuwait, Mexico, Russia, Turkiye, Ukraine the United Kingdom, or the United States of America.
• Apply at a Slovenian embassy or consulate or an embassy or consulate of a country to whom Slovenia has delegated their visa application if you live in another country.

If Slovenia is the only country in the Schengen Area you plan to visit, it’s straightforward – apply at the Slovenian embassy/consulate or the authorized Visa Application Center (VAC) in your country of residence.However, if your journey includes Slovenia and at least one more Schengen state, apply at the Slovenian embassy/consulate/VAC in your country of residence only if:

• You will spend more days in Slovenia than in the other Schengen countries.
• You will spend an equal amount of time in each country, but you are starting your Schengen adventure by entering through Slovenia.

You can’t apply for a short-stay Slovenian visa from a country where you are currently on a short-stay visa. You must hold a residence permit in the country where you are applying.

For more in-depth details, please refer to: How to Choose the Right Embassy/Consulate/VAC to Submit the Visa Application .

Complete and Download the Visa Application Form

The first step of your Slovenia Schengen visa application is completing the application form. You can complete the application form online or you can download it in an editable PDF format.

The questions on both the PDF and the electronic form are the same.

Complete the Visa Application Form in PDF

You can download the PDF version of the visa application form , and fill it out on your computer. This version allows you to write your information right on the form, without having to print it out.

Additionally, you have to attach your visa photo on the PDF directly. The photo must be .jpeg format and a maximum of 60KB .

Complete the Visa Application Form via the Application Portal

Starting the application.

To start completing the application form through the electronic application portal , you have to provide your email address. This is simply done to ensure that you receive a PDF file of your application, as there’s no requirement to create an account to complete the application form.

Once you enter your email address, click Continue to start filling out the application.

Entering Personal Details

Page 2 includes Personal Details . You must write down all information exactly as they appear on your travel document.

Information about nationality and marital status

Next, fill in information about your nationality and marital status. Remember, if, at any point, you wish to change the information provided, you can do so by clicking on the ‘BACK’ button.

Details about the passport

After, you will be required to provide details regarding your passport or travel document.

Residency information

Page 5 requires you to provide information about your current residence and occupation . If you currently reside in a country different from your nationality, please check the corresponding box and specify your country of residence. If this does not apply to you, proceed to provide details regarding your occupation.

Destination country

Indicate your intended destination member state, which, in this instance, is Slovenia. Choose the country you plan to enter first, specify the number of entries you expect (single, double, or multiple), state the duration of your intended stay, and provide the dates of arrival and departure.

Details about the purpose of your trip to Slovenia

Check the boxes as they apply to your situation. For instance, if you have obtained a Schengen visa within the last three years, mark the box and provide details regarding the visa’s validity. Likewise, if your fingerprints were previously collected for a Schengen visa application, check the box and proceed to the third question, which requires you to provide information about your entry permit. If none apply, you can Continue to Page 8.

Select the main purpose of your journey from the list.

Accommodation and means of financing the trip

Next, you will be required to provide information about your accommodation in Slovenia. If you have been invited by a person who resides in Slovenia or you will be staying at a hotel, check the box and provide the applicable information. On the other hand, if you have been invited by a company or organization, check the box where it says ‘Inviting company/organization’ instead and proceed to fill in the necessary information.

Under the cost of traveling , you’re required to provide information about how you’re going to support yourself during your stay in Slovenia. Check the boxes and proceed accordingly.

If you have a family member who is an EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen, check the box and provide details about your family member and your family relationship with them. If not, just click on Continue.

Uploading the photograph

Upload a passport-size photograph as per the provided instructions (jpg format, 175KB and 4.5cm x 3.5cm). This picture will be affixed to the application form electronically.

Before you finally submit your application, you will be asked to give your consent for the data you provided. You will receive the visa application number, and the completed form will be sent to your email address as a PDF file. You must, then, print and sign it before submitting it, along with other required documents.

'Thank you' page

Finally, you will receive the printable visa application form in PDF format on your email.

Schedule Your Visa Appointment

Once you download and print out the (completed) application form, you have to schedule an appointment with a visa centre or embassy/consulate. The reason for scheduling an appointment is so you can submit the required documents along with a physical copy of your application form.

Schedule Slovenia Visa Appointment with VFS Global

If you live in Australia, Belarus, Canada, China, Egypt, Fiji, India, Iraq, Kosovo, Kuwait, Mexico, Russia, Turkiye, Ukraine the United Kingdom, or the United States of America., you have to schedule an appointment through a VFS visa application centre .

Simply select your country of residence (e.g. Australia) in the “ I’m applying from” dropbox and then select Slovenia as your destination.

You will be redirected to the official website for VFS Global, where you can schedule your appointment by clicking on the Book now button.

Schedule Slovenia Visa Appointment With an Embassy or Consulate

If you cannot apply through a VFS application centre, you have to schedule your appointment through one of the Slovenian diplomatic missions abroad (embassies or consulates). This process is not as straightforward since rules may change depending on the specific diplomatic mission office.

What you have to do first is check the list of Slovienian embassies or consulates here. Look for the diplomatic office (embassy or consulate) in your country of residence. Find their website. For example, the Slovenian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Find the Visa information section on the website, and follow instructions on how to schedule your appointment (e.g. via email, phone call).

See for example:

Contact the embassy or consulate, and let them know you would like to request a visa appointment and inquire about possible availability.

How Can I Change or Cancel My Appointment?

If you need to change or cancel your appointment, contact the visa centre or embassy. If you need to reschedule, you might have to book another appointment—if you want to cancel altogether, notify them ahead of time so they can open your appointment slot for another possible applicant.

Appointment Fee

Scheduling an appointment for an Slovenian visa application is free of charge. However, there are other fees associated with the application process, which we have outlined below in this article.

We highly advise against scheduling appointments through non-accredited third-party intermediaries, as they may add extra fees.

When Should I Schedule My Appointment?

It is recommended to schedule your visa appointment at least 15 days before your intended travel date, but no more than six months before. If you are planning to travel during peak seasons (summer months, Christmas, and Easter holidays), consider scheduling your appointment even earlier. Remember that sometimes, there are waiting times for an appointment.

How Long Do I Have to Wait for an Appointment?

You may have to wait several days to several weeks for an appointment slot to open. This will depend on the embassy or consulate handling your application (some embassies have a higher demand) and the time of year in which you are applying (certain times of year, such as the holidays, are busier).

Prepare the Required Documents

To meet the short-term stay visa requirements for Slovenia, applicants must submit the following documents to the Slovenian embassy or consulate:

• The Slovenia Schengen visa application form .
• Documents generally required for any Schengen visa application .
• Schengen visa insurance . The insurance should have a minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies and include repatriation in the event of death.
• Guarantee letter or Invitation Letter signed by the person/company/organisation inviting you to Slovenia which is certified and registered at the relevant administrative unit in Slovenia (if you are applying for a visitor, business, cultural, medical treatment visa, or any other visa which requires a host or guarantor).

Each visa application undergoes a personalized review, so the required documents may differ. Additionally, the relevant embassy or consulate may request specific documents based on your specific case or country of residence.

Please ensure that you have all the documents with you since you may risk getting your visa denied if something is missing from your application.

Understanding the Requirement for Travel Insurance

Travel Medical Insurance is compulsory for Schengen visas under Regulation (EU) 2009/810 of the European Parliament.

Slovenia visa applicants can obtain visa insurance from either Europ Assistance or vti.travel , a European insurance comparison website, comparing insurance policies of AXA, Allianz, Europ Assistance and Mutuaide.

These insurance providers are acknowledged and accepted by Slovenian Embassies and Consulates worldwide. Moreover, you can cancel the insurance at no cost by submitting proof of Slovenia visa rejection.

How Much Money Do I Need to Visit Slovenia

To visit get a Slovenian visa, you must have at least EUR 70 to spend every day during your stay in the country. For minors applying for a visa, this amount is halved to  EUR 35.

Attend Your Visa Appointment

On the day of your appointment, make sure you have your printed and signed application form, all your documents, and enough money to pay the visa application fee. During this visit, you will also need to answer several questions about your trip’s purpose and other relevant questions.

Make sure you arrive on time and are presentable!

Paying the Visa Application Fee

In order for your visa application to be processed, you must pay the application fee, which is €80 for adults . If you are applying through VFS, there will be an additional service fee of no more than €40 (or less). You have to pay the fee on the currency of your country of residence.

If you have to pay the fee before you attend the appointment (e.g., online or through an invoice), make sure that you attach the payment receipt with your documents.  

Attending the Visa Interview

During your appointment, the consular officers may ask you questions about your trip, travel plans, and even personal information such as your work, family, etc. See some of the most common questions during Schengen visa interviews .

They’re just simple questions, so make sure you answer them all sincerely and without hesitation.

Submitting Biometric Information

When you submit your documents, you also have to submit your fingerprints and a visa photo . Please note that for a Slovenia visa application, you have to provide an electronic visa photo (.jpeg format) as well, which is attached to the application form.

If you have applied for a Schengen visa in the last five years, you might be exempt from submitting your fingerprints—the visa centre or embassy/consulate will let you know.

On page 7 of the electronic application form, you have to tick whether your fingerprints were taken recently and provide the date.

On the PDF application form, this is question number 28.

Wait for the Visa to Process

It will take 15 working days for your Slovenia Schengen visa to be processed. As such, it’s crucial to submit your application at least 15 working days prior to, or no more than six (6) months before, your intended visit date. Should you submit your application within less than a 15-day timeframe, it may still be accepted, but processing could take the full 15 calendar days.

So we strongly recommend applying well in advance, so that your travel plans are not delayed.

Track Your Application

While your visa application is processing, you can track your application status if you have applied through the VFS visa centre. The Track application option is on the header or navigation bar, as seen below.

If you have applied through a Slovenian embassy or consulate, tracking your application may not be possible. Unfortunately, you simply have to check with the relevant embassy or consulate.  

If Your Visa Is Granted

If the visa application is successful and you receive your visa, then you can enter Slovenia within the dates stated on your visa sticker. You will receive a single, double, or multiple entry visa—you do not always get the type of visa you applied for.

How long a visa is issued for depends on the decision of the consular officers which reviewed your application.  

If Your Visa Is Rejected

If your Slovenia visa is rejected, the reason for the rejection is stated on the decision letter. The letter also lets you know whether you can appeal the decision, and how. So, if your visa is rejected, you have two options:

• You can reapply for the visa, fixing the mistakes which lead to the rejection.
• You can appeal the decision. To appeal a Slovenia visa refusal, you have eight days from the decision’s service to submit a written appeal. Address the appeal to the diplomatic mission or consulate which handled your application—the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will reassess it. You also have to pay the administrative fee of EUR 153.

Collect Your Passport

To collect your passport after a Slovenian visa application, wait for notification from the diplomatic mission or consulate. Visit the same location in which you applied and bring any necessary documents (e.g. visa receipt) and any identification. Present these to consulate staff, collect your passport with the visa, and verify all details are correct before leaving.

Some visa centres may send the passport to you through a courier service, but you have to pay an extra fee for this to happen.

How to Enter Slovenia?

Make sure to arrive in Slovenia within the dates indicated on your visa sticker . Don’t forget to bring along these documents:

• Passport with the visa sticker inside.
• Proof of travel health insurance.
• Confirmation of where you’ll be staying.
• Your return flight ticket.
• Proof that you have enough money for your stay.

Is It Possible to Extend My Stay in Slovenia?

If you enter Slovenia with a Schengen visa, you cannot extend your stay past the visa’s validity. Extensions are only granted in very specific circumstances , which would prohibit you from leaving Slovenia and the Schengen Area in a timely manner.

These include humanitarian reasons, force majeure, or compelling personal reasons. Humanitarian extensions are granted for medical treatment or family emergencies. Force majeure includes events like natural disasters or political unrest, while personal reasons, such as family emergencies or legal proceedings, are also considered.

To extend a Schengen visa while in Slovenia, you should apply at the local immigration or border control authorities of Slovenia.  

Can I Work in Slovenia After Entering?

No, you cannot work in Slovenia with a Schengen visa. To work in Europe, including Slovenia, you must apply for the appropriate visa and work permit.  

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the validity of a schengen slovenia visa.

A short-stay visa (C type) is a permit granted to a non-EU-national for temporary entry and stay, typically for a duration of 90 days .

What if I overstay my visa?

Overstaying a visa can lead to serious consequences. It is highly recommended that you pay attention to the visa rules and regulations. To help you track the duration of your stay in the Schengen area, use the Schengen Visa Calculator .

Can I visit other Schengen countries with a Slovenia visa?

Yes, a Slovenian visa permits travel to other Schengen area countries. However, Slovenia should remain your primary destination, and any time spent in other Schengen countries counts toward the 90-day limit.

Can I travel to non-Schengen countries with a Slovenia visa?

Certain non-Schengen/EU countries permit entry with a Slovenian Schengen visa.

Other information

Data Protection

Your personal information provided during the visa application process is protected and stored in compliance with Articles 13 and 14 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation).

If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the Data Protection Officer at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia at [email protected]

How to Apply for a Slovenia Schengen Visa?

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Overview of slovenia.

Slovenia is bordered to the north by Austria, to the south and east by Croatia and Hungary, and Italy to the west. Its population of just over 2 million people speaks Slovene; Slovenia’s only official language. A relatively new country often confused with Slovakia, Slovenia gained its independence from the former Yugoslavia in 1991. Slovenian culture is influenced by its unique position as both a Balkan and Central European state. Its capital Ljubljana years ago banned cars from its city center, rendering it both a walking paradise and one of Europe’s most sustainable cities; it has perhaps the most “green spaces” in Europe. Tivoli Park, Ljubljana’s largest and most famous, is populated by native birds and graced by botanical gardens and historic mansions. The capital boasts many historic monuments, including Ljubljana Castle, the medieval-era palace complex located on Castle Hill, which overlooks the Ljubljanica river and provides striking views of the city. Crossed by the famous 20 th century Dragon Bridge, the river is Ljubljana’s twisting heart; cafés and restaurants cluster along its banks, which also provide a picturesque route for walkers and joggers. Outside the capital, Slovenia offers a mountainous, fairytale landscape peppered with thousands of historic castles, churches, and iconic hayracks. Lake Bled beckons day-trippers with its pristine waters and iconic Bled Island, dotted with a medieval church. In the northern alpine region, outdoor enthusiasts can hike through the fields and climb the mountains of Slovenia’s only National Park, Triglav, which comprises the Julian Alps. Despite its extensive lakes and rivers, 99% of Slovenia is landlocked, and access to the Adriatic sea is limited to a handful of coastal towns, including the medieval town of Koper; the country’s s only commercial port. Slovenia signed the Schengen Agreement in 2003, becoming part of the Schengen area in 2007.

Slovenia Schengen Visa Eligibility

Schengen visa eligibility for Slovenia includes third-country nationals from the following states, who are excluded from visa-free on arrival to Slovenia/the Schengen area, and are therefore eligible to apply for a Schengen visa to Slovenia :

Third party nationals from the following entities/territories are also required to apply for a Schengen visa : KOSOVO and the PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY .

Required Documents for Slovenian Visa

All documents required for your Slovenian Schengen visa must be completed/translated into Slovene or English. Applications for all Schengen visas to Slovenia will contain the following Basic Required Documents :

• Valid passport
• Passport sized photos
• Application form
• Fingerprints (biometric data)
• Travel medical insurance
• Reason for visit
• Where you will stay (accommodation)
• How you will fund your trip (finances)
• Proof that you will leave Slovenia before your visa becomes invalid/expires. This is often in the form of a paid roundtrip plane ticket (proof of return).

Note: For more information on what to include in your application, including a detailed description of required materials, please see: Basic Required Documents . Please note that you may have to submit additional Slovenian Schengen visa supporting documents related to your specific purpose for travelling.

Slovenian Schengen Visa Fee

The standard Slovenian Schengen visa fee for an adult is 80 Euros . Certain types of applicants (most students, children under 6) are exempt from all visa fees. Please note that these fees are non-refundable. To get a Schengen visa for Slovenia, you will likely have to submit a service payment with your visa application-this is a separate cost from the visa fee. Please note that these fees are non-refundable in the case of visa rejection.

How to Apply for Slovenian Schengen Visa: Steps

• Step 1:  Determine your Purpose for travelling to Slovenia, which will determine the Type of visa you should apply for.
• Step 2:  Determine how many Entries to Slovenia/the Schengen area you need.
• Step 3:  Gather your Required Documents .
• Depending on the location of the consulate/visa center you are applying through, you may have to schedule an appointment in order to submit your application. Alternatively, you may be able to drop off your application without prior arrangement, so long as you do so during normal operating hours. Contact your consulate/visa center directly to find out if you need to schedule an appointment in order to submit your application.
• Different Slovenian Consulates/visa processing centers provide different ways of accessing applications-depending on where you are applying from, you may have to apply online through the E-Visa Slovenia system. Access the online portal here  and create an account; you can then fill out the application online and print it out. Alternatively, you may have to download, complete, and print out an online form, available here . Submit these paper copies to whichever Slovenian Consulate/visa center you are applying through.
• Step 6:  Pay the application fee .
• Different Slovenian consulates/processing centers have different procedures for submitting applications. In almost all cases, applications must be submitted in person to the consulate/center you are applying through.
• When you submit your application, you will likely also be asked to submit biometric data (fingerprints). Children younger than 12 years are likely exempt from having their fingerprints collected. If you have previously submitted fingerprints (within the last 59 months), you likely will not need to resubmit them.
• After submitting your application, you may be notified of your need to attend an in-person interview at the consulate/center where you applied. This will likely be scheduled for 2 weeks after your application has been submitted.

When to Apply

Submit your application at least 15 days prior to the day you intend to travel, and no earlier than 6 months before you leave.

Where to Apply

Applications for Schengen visas to Slovenia should be submitted at either a Slovenian Consulate/Embassy or a visa application center that has a relationship with Slovenia.

You must lodge your application for a Slovenian Schengen visa in the country where you legally reside/are a citizen.

Click here to find a Slovenian Embassy/consulate in your location.

In countries where there is no Slovenian consular presence, applications may be lodged via the consulate of a Schengen state representing Slovenian consular interests.

Processing Time for Slovenian Schengen Visa

The Slovenian Schengen visa processing time is generally 15 days , although it can take longer in certain cases.

If your visa was approved:

Collect your visa and make sure the information it contains is valid and complete.

If your visa was denied:

If you receive a Schengen visa rejection for Slovenia, you have the right to an appeal, within 8 days of receiving your rejection.

Begin this process by picking up your standard issued-visa refusal form, which describes why your request was denied, and explains the detailed steps of the appeal process.

You must pay an appeal fee of 153 EUR, which is likely non-refundable regardless of the outcome of the appeal (positive or negative).

You should submit your Schengen visa appeal in writing, in the Slovene language (or translated into Slovene).

The appeal must be lodged with the consulate which issued the original refusal.

Your appeal will be considered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia.

Finally, once you obtain your Schengen Visa for Slovenia, please note the following:

Your visa may be revoked if you do not notify the Slovenian Consulate/visa application center of any changes to your trip itinerary that occur after you have submitted your application.

Being approved for a Slovenian visa does not guarantee you entry to either Slovenia or the general Schengen area – you can still be refused entry to both places upon arrival.

Alternatively, you may have to show additional documents regarding your finances or accommodation in order to enter Slovenia/the Schengen area.

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Faq about slovenia schengen visa, how long does it take to get a schengen visa for slovenia.

When you apply for your Slovenian Schengen visa, you should expect to wait at least 15 days for a decision. Don’t be surprised, however, if it takes 30-60 days to receive your visa (or your rejection).

Where is Slovenia located?

Slovenia is located in Europe, in the center of the continent. Its neighboring states are Austria, Hungary, Italy, and Croatia.

Is Slovenia part of Schengen?

Slovenia is absolutely a part of the Schengen area (alongside the zone’s 26 other member states).

Slovenia Tourist visa

Required documents for a slovenia schengen visa.

Documents for a Slovenian Schengen visa application must be completed or translated into English or Slovene.

• At least 2 blank pages
• With the applicant’s signature
• Not more than 10 years old
• Valid for at least 3 months after the expiration of the requested visa
• Previous passport, if applicable
• Size 3.5 x 4.5 cm
• Plain white background
• Taken within the past 6 months
• Forward-facing with facial features visible and clear
• Completed application form
• Biometric data (Fingerprints)
• Travel Itinerary or plan
• Proof of return to the country of residence or forward ticket to another country
• Reason for travel to Slovenia
• Flight reservations
• Proof of financial means (bank statements over the last 3-month period, personal properties, and/or other assets)
• Proof of accommodations (with booking reference number, location, and contact number of the hotel)
• Valid through the entire visa period
• Valid in all Schengen countries
• A minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR must be purchased
• Insurance conditions such as validity, duration, and extent of your coverage to be clearly stated on the confirmation letter or insurance document
• Name and address of employer
• Nature of employment
• Starting date of employment
• Purpose of travel
• Duration of time off from work for travel
• Personal-ID page of passport.
• Older Schengen visas (if relevant).
• Residence permit (if relevant).

Applicants below the age of 18 are required to submit the following additional requirements:

• If the minor applicant is adopted, adoption documents are required
• If the minor applicant's parents are divorced, divorce papers are required
• If the minor applicant's parents are deceased, death certificates are required
• Letter of consent from both parents or legal guardians
• Passport copies of both parents or legal guardians

It may also be necessary to submit supplementary documents in relation to your travel visa application.

Slovenia Schengen Visa Fees

The standard fee for the application of a Slovenia Schengen visa is 80 EUR. However, there are particular applicants who are exempted from fees, such as most student visas and visas for children below the age of 6. Applicants will probably have to pay a separate, non-refundable service payment with their application.

Slovenia Visa Application Steps

• Prepare all the required documents.
• Select “Tourism” as the reason for travel on the visa application form.
• Decide the number of entries needed to Slovenia or the Schengen area.
• Create an account.
• Fill out and print the application form.
• The form must be submitted to the Slovenian Consulate or visa processing center.
• Alternatively, the form may be downloaded, completed, and printed out from here .
• Most applications require an in-person appointment at the nearest Slovenian Consulate or visa center in order to submit the application. Alternatively, applications may be submitted without prior appointment during normal operating hours. Contact the Slovenian Consulate or visa center to determine if there is a need to schedule an appointment.
• Note: Applications must be submitted at least 15 days before the date of travel but not earlier than 6 months before the date of travel.
• Generally, applications must be submitted in person to the consulate or visa processing center. However, there may be a few differences in the submission procedures.
• Applicants will likely be required to submit their fingerprints (biometric data). Children below the age of 12 are exempted from fingerprint data collection. Applicants who have submitted their fingerprints within the last 59 months will most likely not be asked to resubmit.
• Applicants may also be asked to come back on another date for an interview regarding their trip. Appointments are most likely scheduled 2 weeks after the submission of the visa application.
• Pay the visa application fee.

When to Apply for a Slovenia Schengen Visa

Visa applications must be submitted at least 15 days before the travel date but not earlier than 6 months before the travel date.

Where to Apply

Applications should be submitted either through the Slovenian Consulate or a visa application center that is connected with Slovenia.

In countries without any Slovenian consulate, applications may be submitted through a Schengen state consulate representing the interests of a Slovenian consulate.

Applications should be submitted only in the country of citizenship or residence.

Applicants can check for the locations of Slovenian Consulates and visa application centers here .

Slovenia Visa Processing Time

Generally, it takes approximately 15 days to process Slovenia Schengen visa applications. However, in some cases it takes longer.

For approved visa applications:

Applicants must ensure that the information on the visa is complete and valid upon collection.

Applicants who have received their Schengen Visa for Slovenia should remember the following things:

• Inform the Slovenian Consulate or visa application center of any change to your itinerary after submission is completed.
• The approval of a Schengen visa does not guarantee entry upon arrival to Slovenia or other countries in the Schengen area.
• Additional documents pertaining to your financial means or accommodation may still be required to gain entry to Slovenia or other Schengen areas.

For denied Slovenia visa applications:

If your application for a Slovenia Schengen visa was rejected, you have the right to appeal the decision within 8 days.

The appeal process begins by picking up the standard-issued visa refusal form which also has the details of the reason for the rejection and the procedures of the appeal process.

A non-refundable appeal fee amounting to 153 EUR must be paid.

The appeal should be submitted in writing in the Slovene language or translated into the Slovene language.

The appeal must be submitted to the same consulate which denied the visa application.

The appeal will be sent to the Republic of Slovenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs for consideration.

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Please read the information provided in this section carefully while preparing your visa application for submission. Approved list of Indian travel insurance companies of the consular posts of schengen states providing travel medical insurances for schengen visa procedure

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This list is applied by the Schengen States of Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland as well as the European Union Member States of Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania. Consular Posts of Schengen States approved the travel medical insurance policy schemes for corporate travels of travel insurance companies on this list with 70 years of age as upper limit of appropriate full coverage. Acceptance of travel medical insurance policy schemes for group travels (e.g. tour or incentive groups) with 70 years of age as upper limit of appropriate full coverage is conditioned by the Consular Posts of Schengen States ability to check the coverage of individual members of these groups in the Travel Insurance Portals of Non-Life Insurers of the General Insurance Council. Failure of this verification may lead the Consular Posts of Schengen States to the request of submitting a new travel medical insurance policy for the visa procedure. Visa applicants are advised to note that other travel medical insurances issued by Indian insurance companies are not accepted for Schengen visa procedure. However, visa applicants may seek to obtain insurance in any other country where claims against the insurance company would be recoverable in a Schengen State.

NOTE1 1 This note makes reference to Article 15 of Regulation 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 establishing a Community Code on Visas.

Visa applicants for a Schengen visa for one or two entries shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance to cover any expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment or death, during their stay(s) on the territory of the Schengen States. Visa applicants for a uniform visa for more than two entries (multiple entries) shall prove that they are in possession of adequate and valid travel medical insurance covering the period of their first intended visit. In addition, such applicants shall sign the statement, set out in the application form, declaring that they are aware of the need to be in possession of travel medical insurance for subsequent stays. The insurance shall be valid throughout the territory of the Schengen States and cover the entire period of the person's intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be EUR 30 000. Applicants shall, in principle, take out insurance in their country of residence. Where this is not possible, they shall seek to obtain insurance in any other country. When assessing whether the insurance cover is adequate, consulates shall ascertain whether claims against the insurance company would be recoverable in a Schengen State.

Important Update

All the applicants are hereby informed that below mentioned applicants are not allowed to apply for the Visa:-

1. If applicant has applied for two or more Schengen member countries at the same time.

2. If applicant has applied for a visa however file is pending then he cannot apply for any other Schengen member country.

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Business visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days.

• All the applications shall be submitted by the applicants only.

Personal Data Protection Information

VFS Global processes personal data on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia and is bound by standard contractual clauses (Commission Decision 2010/87/EU) to provide the same standard of personal data protection as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia under the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679).

Personal data is processed for the purpose of visa applications in administrative procedures conducted by a competent embassy or consulate-general of the Republic of Slovenia.

Your personal data, including photograph and fingerprints, where applicable, are mandatory elements of a visa application. If you decide not to submit the requested personal data, your application may be deemed inadmissible or may be rejected.

The legal basis for processing personal data is provided by Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 establishing a Community Code on Visas (Visa Code) and Regulation (EC) No 767/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 July 2008 concerning the Visa Information System (VIS) and the exchange of data between Member States on short-stay visas (VIS Regulation).

You have the right to request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia access to, and the rectification or erasure of, personal data or a restriction on the processing of data concerning you, or to object to such processing, including the right to data portability, pursuant to Articles 15 through 20 of the General Data Protection Regulation.

You have the right to lodge a complaint concerning the processing of personal data with the Information Commissioner of the Republic of Slovenia, located at Dunajska cesta 22, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.

The above information does not apply to personal data processed by VFS Global concerning the payment of consular and service fees or to personal data processed by VFS Global in relation to additional commercial services.

Note: Exemption of Visa Fee

• A child is applicable only in the case of Short Term category, if the child's age is less than 6 years at the date of submission.
• Diplomatic passport holder.
• Immediate Family members of EU nationals.

The Visa Fee is subject to change without notice'

All VFS’s service charges are inclusive of Goods & Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%. Applicants applying at the Slovenian visa application Centre shall be levied a service charge of INR 2238 (inclusive of Goods & Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%) payable in cash.

Please note Applicants applying at Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore and Hyderabad Centre need to pay additional courier charge which will include two way courier charges pertaining to the transfer of visa applications to New Delhi and sending back to regional VFS Visa Application Centres. Please make a note of the courier charges as applicable.

Courier Service charge INR 800 (inclusive of Goods & Service Tax –SGST @9% and CGST@9%)

Please Note:

• The applicable Visa Fee is in Indian Rupees and as per the exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice
• The fee is non-refundable.

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• Filled out application form signed by the applicant;
• Valid travel document with its validity of at least three months after the last intended date of departure from the territory of the Member States; with at least two blank visa pages; it shall have been issued within the previous 10 years;
• One recent passport size photo of the applicant 3,5x4 cm;

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• Proof of means of transport - Flight reservation of return or round ticket. If the applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of domestic flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental.

Hotel reservations, rental of holiday home or campus residence reservation. If the applicant stays with a family member or a friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from the host. Individual Schengen States may require applicant to present a proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a form drawn up by the Schengen State’s competent authority. If applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of lodging in each of them.

proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form of the Schengen State concerned

Proof of financial means

• Original private bank account statement showing the turnover during the last three months, duly stamped and signed by the bank;
• Indian income tax return acknowledgment for the last two assessment years
• If the applicant is employed:
• Pay slips for the last three months;
• employment contract;
• employer's statement on approval for holidays;

certificate of registration of the company;

If the applicant is sponsored:

• proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form of the Schengen State concerned ( FOR SLOVENIA; AUTHENTICATED GUARANTEE LETTER)
• pension statements for the last three months;
• Regular income generated by ownership of property or business.
• Original guarantee letter authenticated by the Administrative Unit in Slovenia;
• Invitation from the inviting company or organization;
• Cover letter from the applicant's employer ;

Both letters must at least confirm:

• The applicant's identity
• The purpose of the journey (meetings, conferences, training or business related events);
• The period of intended stay;
• The place of stay.

Important Note:

Additional Information In Visa Procedures At The Embassy of The Republic Of Slovenia:

All accommodations have to be confirmed with full name (name and surname) and contact number (phone number) of the person confirming the house/apartment/room reservation in Slovenia.

Photo Specifications

Please note: The photograph should have a White background.

Fingerprints are collected from all applicants, except for the following: children up to 12 years of age, applicants who have submitted fingerprints in the last five years (59 months) for a short-stay visa (C Type), applicants for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible, heads of state and government and their delegations if invited for an official visit, and members of royal families if invited for an official visit.

n principle, a visa application should be lodged at least 15 calendar days before the intended visit (as this is the normal processing time) and cannot be lodged earlier than three months before the start of the intended visit. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the necessary precautions to respect the deadlines where an appointment system is in place.

An application lodged less than 15 calendar days before the intended departure may be accepted, but applicants should be informed that the processing time may be up to 15 calendar days. If the applicant insists on making the application, he or she should be informed that the final decision might be taken after the intended date of departure.

A holder of a multiple-entry visa may apply for a new visa before the expiry of the validity of the visa currently held. However, the validity of the new visa must complement the current visa, i.e. a person cannot hold two uniform visas valid for the same period of time.

Example: A Moroccan lawyer representing a gender equality NGO who frequently participates in meetings in various EU Member States holds a multiple-entry visa which expires on 31 May. She applies for a new visa on 15 April. If a new visa is issued, it should be valid from 1 June, and in such a case, the visa holder would be entitled to enter the territory of the EU Member States on the basis of the first visa that will expire during the stay and leave on the basis of the new visa.

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Please note that Visa Application Form needs to be filled in English or Slovenian language only.

Tourist visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for tourism purposes. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days.

• Copy of relevant passport pages, including all visas of last three years;

Original and copy of international insurance for the period of intended stay, covering all expenses for up to 30.000 EUR that might occur in connection with: (1) repatriation because of health reasons, (2) first medical aid or (3) hospitalization;

Proof of lodging

In addition:

• payslips for the last three months;

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed:

• If the applicant is retired:
• If the applicant is a minor:
• If the minor travels with one parent only, written consent certified by public notary of the other parent or guardian, except in cases of a parent having the care or custody alone;
• If the minor travels alone (without parents), written consent certified by public notary of both parents or guardians having the care and custody of the applicant;
• Copies of the passport of the parents. If not applicable, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents.

Journeys undertaken for the purpose of tourism

• Certificate of the travel agency confirming the booking of an organised trip or any other appropriate document indicating the envisaged travel plans;
• marriage certificate, if applicant is married and cannot provide evidence of marital status in the passport;
• guarantee letter authenticated by the Administrative Unit in Slovenia.

In principle, a visa application should be lodged at least 15 calendar days before the intended visit (as this is the normal processing time) and cannot be lodged earlier than three months before the start of the intended visit. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the necessary precautions to respect the deadlines where an appointment system is in place.

Example: A Turkish national decides to book a special last-minute offer for a skiing vacation in Austria with a departure within two days, and only the day before departure realizes that he needs a visa to enter Austria. In this case, the Austrian diplomatic mission or consular post could refuse to deal with the application.

Study, Research Or Other Types Of Internship

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• Pro Proof of means of transport - Flight reservation of return or round ticket. If the applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of domestic flight reservation, train itinerary or car rental.

Hotel reservations, rental of holiday home or campus residence reservation. If the applicant stays with a family member or a friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from the host. Individual Schengen States may require applicant to present a proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a form drawn up by the Schengen State’s competent authority (referred hereafter as national form FOR SLOVENIA; AUTHENTICATED GUARANTEE LETTER. If applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of lodging in each of them.

• proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a national form of the Schengen State concerned (FOR SLOVENIA; AUTHENTICATED GUARANTEE LETTER)

Journeys undertaken for the purpose of study, research, or other types of internship:

• Certificate of admission or registration at an educational establishment for the purpose of attending academic or vocational courses, or cover letter from the inviting company;
• Student cards or certificates of the current enrolled institute;
• Original guarantee letter authenticated by the Administrative Unit in Slovenia.

Visiting Family/friends

Visitor visa application is applicable in case you are travelling to visit family, friends, and relatives. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days.

Hotel reservations, rental of holiday home or campus residence reservation. If the applicant stays with a family member or a friend, proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation from the host. Individual Schengen States may require applicant to present a proof of sponsorship and/or private accommodation by completing a form drawn up by the Schengen State’s competent authority (referred hereafter as national form FOR SLOVENIA; AUTHENTICATED GUARANTEE LETTER). If applicant is travelling to several Schengen States, proof of lodging in each of them.

Journeys undertaken for the purpose or family/friends visit:

• marriage certificate, if applicant is married and cannot provide evidence of marital status in the passport; copy of the ration card, if applicable
• certificate proving the existence of family relations, if applicant is visiting relatives;

Cultural, Sports Or Religious Events And Film Crews

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Journeys undertaken for cultural, sports or religious events and film crews:

• Invitation, entry tickets, enrolments or programmes;

For film crews:

• letter of the film company specifying name, synopsis of the film and shooting locations;
• complete list of names of travelling crew members along with their functions;
• letter from the agency in the Schengen State confirming arrangements for film permits;
• certificate of registration with the Indian Motion Pictures Producers Association or Film Chamber of Commerce.

Members Of Official Delegations

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Journeys of members of official delegations:

• Copy of the official invitation;

Verbal note issued by the sending authority(ies) concerned confirming:

• The identity of the applicant
• The purpose of the journey (meetings, consultations, negotiations or events held by intergovernmental organisations);

Medical Treatment

Journeys undertaken for the purpose of medical treatment

• Certificate from a medical doctor or a medical institution confirming the need of specific medical treatment to be received in Schengen State of destination;
• Official document of the receiving medical institution confirming that specific medical treatment can be performed and patient be accepted accordingly;
• Proof of pre-payment of the treatment;
• Any other correspondence between the sending medical doctor and the receiving medical institution;

Airport Transit

An airport transit visa is applicable for applicants who are just transiting the Schengen territory and will not leave the transit area of the airport.

Airport transit visa

• Visa or other entry permit for the third country of destination.
• Documents in relation to the onward journey to the final destination after the intended airport transit.

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What is the Slovenia Tourist Visa?

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With its vast mountainous terrain, ski resorts, beautiful lakes, stunning castles, and green rivers, Slovenia is like a fairytale land. The Slovenia tourist visa has made it easier for people to enter the country and enjoy the vast beauty it has to offer. 

Also known as the Slovenia Schengen tourist visa , this is issued for people entering Slovenia for the purpose of tourism. The permit is issued for a maximum stay duration of 90 days in a 180-day period. The exact stay duration and validity depend on the decision of the consular officer processing your application. The permit can be issued as single-entry, double-entry, or even multiple-entry types depending on the number of times you would have to exit the Schengen zone.

The process of applying for a Slovenia tourist visa from India can be done in multiple ways. You can apply directly at the Embassy of Slovenia in New Delhi, or you can apply at one of the VACs (Visa Application Center) situated across India. However, before starting the application, you must ensure that you check if you are eligible for the tourist permit. After that, you can proceed to make the application as follows - 

• Obtain all the documents required for the tourist permit. 
• Visit the website of the Slovenian embassy and download the Schengen application form. 
• Fill in the application form with all the details. Mention your purpose of visit as ‘tourism’.
• Visit the portal of the online application of the Slovenian embassy and fill in the online form.
• Proceed to schedule an appointment at the embassy. 
• With the completed application form, documents, and fees visit the Embassy in New Delhi and submit the application. You will also have to submit your biometrics here.
• Obtain all the documents required for the tourist category.
• Download the Schengen application form from the website of the VAC, or the embassy.
• Fill in all the necessary details. You must mention the purpose as ‘tourism’. 
• Proceed to schedule an appointment for the application submission at a VAC. You can do this by using the VAC’s online facility. 
• Visit the respective VAC with all the documents, application form, as well as a booking confirmation. You must pay the fees and biometrics here as well. 

Please note that if you have submitted your biometrics to a Schengen permit in the past 5 years, you do not have to submit them again. You must ensure that you provide only genuine documents and true information. Failure to follow this can lead to visa rejection.

To be able to apply for the tourist permit, you must meet the following conditions - 

• You must be living in the country you are lodging the application. If you are residing in a residence permit in any foreign nation, you may apply it to the corresponding visa authority in that country.
• You must possess a valid passport that meets all the regulations.
• The sole purpose of your visit must be to take part in tourism and related activities.
• You must possess sufficient funds to cover all your expenses during the entire stay period in Slovenia.
• You must apply for the permit only if -
• Slovenia is your only destination, or
• Slovenia is one of your multiple Schengen destinations, in which case you will be spending the majority of the time here, or,
• Slovenia is your port of entry into the Schengen region.

As per the Slovenia tourist visa requirements for Indian citizens , the following are the list of documents you will have to submit - 

• A valid passport- 
• It must contain at least 2 blank pages.
• It should not be older than 10 years.
• It should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
• Old passports, if any, are to be attached.
• This must include the applicant's details.
• It should clearly mention the source of funds.
• It should clearly state the purpose of tourism, and the duration of the visit.
• It should be signed by the applicant and addressed to the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia.
• Flight reservation for round trip
• Detailed travel itinerary
• Proof of accommodation - hotel bookings/invitation to stay/residence bookings, etc 
• Medical travel insurance coverage up to at least 30000 Euros
• Proof of occupation -

Proof of occupation such as employment letter, Copy of business license, etc.

• Financial documents -

Financial documents such as bank statements of the past 3 months, Passbook copy, ITR, etc.

• Dimensions: 35mm X 45mm
• Colour: Coloured
• Head must occupy the central position
• Must be captured within the last 3 months
• Background: Solid, plain white or grey
• 80% face coverage
• Neutral expression
• Glasses: Non-thick framed and prescription glasses
• Headgears - only for religious reasons
• Facial hair - permitted

The processing time for the Slovenia tourist visa application is dependent on the validity of the permit, the number of entries, the volume of applications at the embassy, as well as your previous travel history. Normally it takes around 15 working days to process it. However, in certain cases, it takes even 30 or 60 days depending upon the complications.

The application fees for this tourist permit is dependent upon the currency exchange rates, as well as the embassy decision. Apart from the application fee, there will be biometric charges, delivery charges, as well as any service charges levied by the VAC. As a result, you must check the exact amount before starting the application. 

Once you have submitted the application at one of the VACs, it is then forwarded to the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia for processing. Note that even though you have submitted the application at a VAC, the processing is done by the embassy. The VAC has absolutely no power in the processing, and cannot influence it in any circumstances. 

If your visa has been approved, you can collect the passport directly from the VAC, or have it delivered to you for an additional charge. 

You can perform the Slovenia visa status tracking by clicking here and entering your reference number and date of birth. Alternately, you can check your status by contacting your travel agency and have them track it for you.

Once you have successfully received your visa, you must follow the below points during your travel - 

• Keep in mind the expiry date, the duration of stay, as well as the number of entries mentioned on the visa sticker. You must not stay longer than the permitted duration.
• Carry all the travel documents while travelling. You will be denied entry into Slovenia without this. 
• Ensure that you travel to Slovenia within 6 months of the visa issue date, or as mentioned in the Schengen sticker. After this date, your permit will become invalid and you will not be able to enter the country. 
• While you are travelling within the country, ensure that you always carry a copy of your travel documents with you. 
• While you are on a tourist permit, you cannot take part in paid work for a Slovenian company or establishment. 
• You will not be able to extend the permit under any normal conditions
• You can move freely within the Schengen zone with this. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How can i extend my slovenia schengen tourist visa.

Normally, you will not get your tourist visa extension approved. The Schengen short term visas cannot be extended. However, under extreme circumstances such as unforeseeable situations in the home country, medical reasons, etc, you may be granted an extension. 

After Expiring My Slovenian Tourist Visa, How Long Can I Stay?

You cannot stay any longer after your tourist permit expires. Staying back after the permit has expired is considered as an offence and may attract legal action and also get you deported. In certain cases, you may even be banned from re-entering the Schengen zone again.

What is the Medical Test for Slovenia Schengen Tourist Visa?

As per the regulations, there are no medical test requirements for the short term Schengen permit. However, you are required to obtain travel insurance of 30000 Euros before travelling. In spite of this, it is suggested that you get a medical test for your own safety.

Can I Convert My Slovenia Schengen Tourist Visa into a Work permit?

No, it is not possible to convert any of the Slovenian Schengen category permits into another type. You are also not allowed to take part in paid work while you are on this permit. You can take part in unpaid voluntary work. If you do require to work, you must apply for a visa once you are back in your home country.  

Can I Travel to other Schengen and European countries on a Slovenian Tourist Visa?

Yes, you are allowed to travel to other Schengen countries with this permit. However, you cannot travel to all the European nations. You can only visit the countries that are a part of the Schengen region. Nevertheless, there are a few non-Schengen countries that allow you to enter even with a Schengen permit. Eg: - Croatia

How many months before the trip should I apply for a Slovenian Tourist permit?

The normal processing time for the Slovenian tourist visa is around 15 working days excluding the transit time. As a result, it is suggested that you apply well in advance. You must at least apply before 15 days of the travel date. However, you cannot apply more than 3 months before the expected date of travel. 

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If you are a national of a country with which Slovenia does not have a visa-free regime, you will need a visa or residence permit in addition to a valid travel document to enter Slovenia.

A visa is a permit to  enter  a country issued by the competent diplomatic and consular representation of the Republic of Slovenia abroad. A visa is also issued  only for transit  through the territory of the Republic of Slovenia.

You can only obtain a visa if you have a valid travel document, and the validity of the travel document must be at least 3 months longer  than the validity of the visa.

The visa itself does not allow you to enter the country. If the facts that led to the visa being issued have changed, the border authorities may  refuse  entry and cancel the visa. A visa can also be  cancelled  if it is subsequently found that incorrect information was provided or material facts were withheld during the visa application process.

See  more information:  Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

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Visa policy

What is eu visa policy.

Under this key policy, all 27 countries in the Schengen area apply the same visa rules.

Non-EU nationals need a visa to enter the Schengen area for a visit of up to 90 days in any 180-day period .

When someone enters a country in the Schengen area, the 180-day period starts. They can enter Schengen area countries as many times as they want, but only stay for a total of 90 days, every 180 days. 

A Schengen visa is generally valid for every country in the Schengen area.

Visas for stays exceeding 90 days are subject to national procedures .

EU visa policy is monitored and implemented by the European Commission .

What are the main elements of EU visa policy?

Countries whose nationals require a visa.

For a list of these countries, see Annex I of Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 .

Individual Schengen countries can grant visa-free access to certain categories of people - for example diplomatic staff, armed forces, refugees and school pupils on an excursion.

Countries whose nationals require a visa for airport transfers

Nationals of certain countries must have a visa - called an airport transit visa - even to simply transit through the international (non-Schengen) part of an EU airport.

Schengen countries can also impose individual airport transit requirements on certain other countries. 

Countries whose nationals don't require a visa

For a list of these countries, see Annex II of the Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 .

27 of these countries have visa waiver agreements with the EU.

The decision of whether to grant visa-free status to a non-EU country is based on a variety of criteria (migration, security, considerations of human rights, reciprocity, and economic benefit - in particular in terms of tourism and foreign trade).

New travel document from 2025

From 2025, visa-exempt travellers will need to fill out an online ETIAS form and pay a small fee before being able to travel to the Schengen Area. 

This form is designed to facilitate border control and security.

It is not a visa, but is comparable to similar systems in the USA (ESTA), Canada (eTA), and Australia (eVisitor).

The EU visa code sets out the procedures and conditions for issuing short-stay visas .

Operational instructions for applying the code are set out in: 

• Handbook for processing visa applications  
• Handbook for managing visa processing

The visa code also helps improve cooperation with non-EU countries on readmissions of irregular migrants , through the 'visa leverage mechanism'. Under this mechanism, if a country does not cooperate sufficiently on readmissions, restrictive measures can be imposed as regards processing visas and visa fees. 

Such measures have been adopted for nationals of The Gambia:

• Decision suspending visa-free access for Gambian nationals
• Decision on increased visa fees for Gambian nationals

Visa facilitation agreements with non-EU countries

The EU has visa facilitation agreements in place with certain non-EU countries. Under the simplified visa regime , non-EU citizens enjoy facilitated procedures (such as lower visa fees) to obtain a visa for the Schengen area.

However, visa facilitation agreements can be suspended if a country no longer satisfies the conditions of the agreement. What then applies are the general rules of the EU visa code.

Suspensions can be triggered by an EU country or by the European Commission. Currently, 2 agreements are suspended, those with:

• Russia (full suspension of facilitation agreement) 
• Belarus (partial suspension of facilitation agreement).

Visa facilitation agreements are linked to readmission agreements . Readmission agreements establish procedures for returning irregular migrants to the EU or non-EU country they came from (EU, non-EU nationals or stateless persons).

EU countries may also individually negotiate agreements on local border traffic with neighbouring non-EU countries. These agreements enable border residents of specific areas to cross the EU's external borders, under certain conditions, without having to obtain a visa.

Suspension of visa-free travel

The visa suspension mechanism ( Regulation No 1806/2018 , article 7) enables Schengen countries to call for a temporary suspension of a visa exemption in the event of a sudden and substantial surge in irregular migration . 

If this happens, a country can notify the Commission, which can then decide to trigger the suspension mechanism.

Currently the visa waiver agreement with Vanuatu has been suspended under the suspension mechanism.

Since 2017, the Commission has been issuing annual reports on its usage of the mechanism. 

Proposed changes to the suspension mechanism .

Visa reciprocity

This is when nationals of Schengen area countries do not need a visa to visit countries whose nationals also do not need a visa to visit the Schengen area. 

The EU aims at achieving full visa reciprocity with non-EU countries whose nationals are exempt from the visa requirement. For that purpose, a visa reciprocity mechanism is set out in Regulation No 1806/2018 ( article 7 ). 

To date, the EU has achieved visa reciprocity with all visa-free third countries, except the United States . 

Citizens of Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Romania still need a visa to visit the United States.

Visa digitalisation

The Pact on Migration and Asylum set the objective of making the visa procedure fully digitalised by 2025. 

This involves:

• replacing the visa sticker with the option to apply through a European online visa platform
• simplifying the visa application process
• reducing the costs for governments and applicants.

The requirements are set out in Regulation 2023/2685 and Regulation 2023/2667 .

After a transition period of 7 years, Schengen countries will all have to use the EU's standard online platform for visa applications :

• applicants will carry out all steps in the process on the platform, except for providing biometrics (when required)
• a digital visa will replace the visa sticker.

Which countries' nationals need a visa to enter the Schengen area?

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To get rid of some confusion right from the start.

This Visit Visa is also known as Visa on Arrival or VoA. However, the name is misleading because it can be purchased already online BEFORE your arrival (advisable). The term was used, before online purchase was available. To get the visa upon arrival is also still possible if you missed getting it online before you arrive.  The official Visa Code is B1, B2, B3 and B4. 

The 30days Visit Visa is available for 90+ nationalities.  

Prices. how to apply, and all you must know about the Visa on Arrival in our FAQ section below

Application – Price – Validity – Must Know

Visit visa for bali, indonesia (also known as visa on arrival, voa & e-voa), faq visit visa / visa on arrival, both, the visit visa is also called visa on arrival (or voa). .

Since Indonesia implemented an option to get the Visa online, it is (was) also called e-VoA. 

90+ nationalities can now get a 30days Visit Visa. 

When applying online you must select the type of "Visa on Arrival" based on your travel purpose:

Most travelers to Bali who can get a Visit Visa will have to apply for the B1.

B1 - Tourist Purpose

• Conducting activities related to tourism, and visiting friends or family.
• Participate in meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions as an attendee.
• Traveling in Indonesia on a yacht (yachter). 

B2 - Business Purpose

• Carry out activities related to business, meetings, or purchase of goods including but not limited to checking goods at the office, factory, or production site of goods.
• Discuss, negotiate, and/or sign business contracts.

B3 - Medical Vist

• conducting activities related to medical treatment.

B4 - Government related

• Conducting activities related to Government Business.

This is how you can apply for the Indonesia Tourist Visa / Visa on Arrival:

1. electronic visa on arrival (e-voa - b1, b2, b3, b4).

You can apply and purchase the Visa already online and avoid queuing at VoA counters at the airport which will save you time and is much more convenient.

You can apply for e-VOA 14 days before your travel. However, you are advised to create an e-VOA request at least 48 hours before your departure, otherwise you might not receive it in time. The Visa is not issued instantly!

Make sure you check your Spamfolder when you expect to receive emails. ONLY follow the official link below and get your Visa from the immigration website. There are plenty of scammers out there.

2. At the Airport / Harbour upon arrival in Indonesia

If you do not purchase the e-VoA before you arrive in Indonesia online, you can still purchase the Visa at the VoA counters at international airports in the arrival halls (or at harbours, if you arrive by boat or cruise ship). Expect long queues at times.

The documents needed for your Visa applications are:

When you purchase upon arrival at the airport or harbour.

• Passport valid for at least 6 months on date of arrival (no exceptions!)
• Return ticket (or outbound of Indonesia)
• Cash or Credit Card

When you purchase the Visa online BEFORE arrival:

a. Full biodata page of passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of your arrival to Indonesia; b. Passport size photograph; c. Email address; d. A valid Mastercard, Visa, or JCB credit card. e. Residence information in Bali / Indonesia (hotel etc) f. Return or outbound Ticket

Yes, you do need a return ticket, that matches the validity of your Visa.

It can happen that they might not ask to show the return ticket.

It might also happen, that the immigration officers will ask you. And if you don't have a return ticket, they will make you purchase one right and won't let you enter Indonesia with out a return ticket (or a ticket that takes you outside of Indonesia).

YES - regardless of their age. Also infants.

The Visit Visa (VoA) is valid for 30 days initially.

The Visa can be extended ONLY ONCE for another 30 days.

So after 60 days you MUST leave the country. You can not apply for another Visa while you are in Indonesia.. 

Note: Day of arrival and day of departure count as FULL days each.

There are two ways to extend the Visa on Arrival: 

1. ONLINE: If you purchased the Visa ONLINE , you can also extend the visa ONLINE but on the immigration website where you got the visa in the first place ( Imigrasi ). For that you need the login to the account that you created when you applied for the Visa.

2. OFFLINE: If you purchased the Visa in person upon arrival and not pnline you need to apply for a 30days extension i n person at an immigration office . We strongly suggest you work with a Visa Agent to get this done.

Details of the Process, Visa Agent Application and agent price for extension

If you got the Visa online but somehow don't manage to get an extension online (technical issues), then you can also get an extension offline of course. 

The cost is IDR 500,000 (ca. USD 35 / AUD 50) per person

• Online Purchase (e-VoA) per credit card on the (extra fees might apply) OFFICIAL immigration website
• Purchase at the airport arrival hall (or harbour) and pay at the VoA counter in cash (EUR, GBP, AUD, USD, SGD, IDR) or by credit card (no AMEX)

Visas are based on your PASSPORT & NATIONALITY. Residency permits of other countries are NOT considered. 

If you don't have a passport but a Titre de Voyage, Refugee Travel Document or similar travel documents, you would need to apply for a B211A Visa. Information and Application 

Unfortunately there is nothing we can do. 

The entire online application service for the Visa on Arrival for Bali is handled 100% by the immigration department. If you run into problems, this is what they said on their website:

"Kindly inform the e-VOA Support Desk (livechat at www.imigrasi.go.id or sending email to [email protected] or [email protected]) should you encounter any suspended or unsuccessful transactions during the request procedure."

Sometimes confirmation emails land in your spam folder, that's the first thing you should check.

Their website seems to be changing rather frequently, and sometimes some features seem to not work on all browsers equally well. What we noticed is, that if you tried to extend a visa and the process failed, it seems you have to then wait one more day to see the extension option again. 

Worse case, if the application fails, you can still get the Visa upon arrival in the arrival hall of the airport (Visa on Arrival).

No , you cannot enter multiple times into Indonesia with this Visa.

The visa on arrival is only a single entry visa. if you leave indonesia and want to come back, you need to apply for a new visit visa..

Officials have now installed new digital Entry Gates to get through the immigration in Bali. There are still counters with Immigration Officers in the arrival hall. But with your e-Visa you can get through the immigration using the electronic gates (if they are working and the officials will not guide you towards the counters with immigration officers.

At the electronic gates, you will scan your passport and once you are through you will receive per email an e-KTE, your Visa Stay Permit. It's a PDF that acknowledges your arrival. 

Because you will not get a stamp in your passport anymore if you use the e-Gate the system will register your arrival electronically. 

If you purchased your Visa upon Arrival (not online) you will can not use the electronic gates and must go to a counter with an immigration officer.

YOU CANNOT GET ANOTHER VISA AFTER YOU HAVE EXTENDED the visa on arrival ONCE (max. 60 days in total), while you are in Indonesia. You would have to leave the country and come pack.

If you want to stay longer than 60 days, you have to get a B211A OFFSHORE Visit Visa (60days) before your arrival first, which is valid for 60 days and which can be extended twice, each extension is valid for another 60 days (total max. 180 days, before you have to leave the country).

B211A Visa Application Service

If you overstay your visa, you have  to pay a fine of IDR 1,000,000 per day. If you overstayed substantially you might be detained, deported, or banned from coming back to Indonesia for a specific period.

There are several travel regulations you must be aware of which you can find here: Bali Entry Regulations

Note: If you intend to rent a scooter or motorbike you will need to bring your local driving license AND and international driving license. The traffic police has made several statements lately that they will control more often and will issue fines. 

If you don't have an international license you can get one here: International Driving License accepted by the Indonesian authorities

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If you visit the U.S. for tourism or business, you may need a visitor visa, also known as a tourist visa. Learn how to get and renew this type of nonimmigrant visa.

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The Secretary of State, following consultations with the Department of Homeland Security, has determined that the following categories of interview waivers are in the national interest.  Changes based on that determination are implemented by consular officers, who now have the authority and discretion to waive the in-person interview for:

• First time H-2 visa applicants (temporary agricultural and non-agricultural workers); and
• Were previously issued a nonimmigrant visa in any classification, unless the only prior issued visa was a B visa; and
• Are applying within 48 months of their most recent nonimmigrant visa’s expiration date.

In all cases, applicants must meet certain legal requirements to qualify for an interview waiver.  Implementation of this authority begins January 1, 2024, and will be reviewed annually.  This authority is in place until further notice.

As a reminder, applicants renewing a nonimmigrant visa in the same classification within 48 months of the prior visa’s expiration date continue to be eligible for interview waiver until further notice. 

To be eligible for an interview waiver, applicants must also meet certain criteria, including that they:

• apply in their country of nationality or residence.
• have never been refused a visa (unless such refusal was overcome or waived).
• have no apparent or potential ineligibility.

Consular officers may still require in-person interviews on a case-by-case basis or because of local conditions.  We encourage applicants to check embassy and consulate websites for more detailed information about visa application requirements and procedures, and to learn more about the embassy’s operating status and services. 

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