Slovenia•Europe1-2 months
184.97 EUR
1 year
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One-year non-extendable Slovenian residence permit for non-EU remote workers earning at least twice the local average net wage, with immediate family reunification rights.
Slovenia's temporary residence permit for digital nomads, introduced under Article 51.a of the Aliens Act and effective 21 November 2025, lets non-EU/EEA remote workers live in Slovenia while staying employed or self-employed abroad via ICT. Applicants prove monthly funds of at least twice the Slovenian average net wage (about €38,449/year).
The permit lasts up to 12 months and is non-extendable; reapplication is only possible six months after expiry, though holders can switch to a different residence purpose at any time during validity. Government fees are modest — €13 abroad plus €102 issuance and a €15.47 residence card. Family reunification rules are unusually favorable, allowing relatives to join immediately.
This visa is ideal for non-EU remote tech, consulting, or creative professionals with stable foreign income seeking a one-year Schengen base in Central Europe who want to bring family along from day one.
Application fee (abroad, diplomatic mission) | 13 EUR |
Application fee (filed in Slovenia) | 4.5 EUR |
Issuance of temporary residence permit (abroad) | 102 EUR |
Issuance of temporary residence permit (in Slovenia) | 50 EUR |
Residence permit card | 15.47 EUR |
| Initial grant | 1 year |
Visas you can typically switch to from this status.
Slovenia
Slovenia
SloveniaNon-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality
Remote work for an employer or clients based outside Slovenia, or self-employment abroad, performed via information and communication technologies
Must not enter the Slovenian labor market
Proof of monthly funds of at least twice the Slovenian average net wage (approx. €3,204/month, based on the latest Official Gazette figure)
Adequate health insurance valid in Slovenia (at minimum covering emergency medical services)
Valid travel document covering the intended stay
Proof of accommodation in Slovenia
Education
none or higher
Min. Income
38,449 EUR/yr
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Completed visa application form
Proof of remote employment or freelance contracts
Bank statements (last 6 months) showing sufficient income
Health insurance policy (min. €30,000 coverage)
Clean criminal record certificate
Proof of accommodation (rental agreement or property ownership)
| Fee Breakdown | Application fee (abroad, diplomatic mission): 13 EUR; Application fee (filed in Slovenia): 4.5 EUR; … | infotujci.si |
| Fees | EUR 13 application (abroad) + EUR 102 permit issuance (abroad) + EUR 15.47 residence card; EUR 4.50 … | infotujci.si |
| Min Income | 38449 | stat.si |
| Official Code | 51.a ZTuj-2 | gov.si |
| Requirements | Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality; Remote work for an employer or clients based outside Slovenia, or self… | gov.si |
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