Slovenia•EuropeBusiness Investment Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residence permit for entrepreneurs establishing a business in Slovenia with minimum EUR 50,000 investment in fixed assets, employing at least one Slovenian/EU worker, and achieving minimum turnover.
The business investment residence permit allows foreign entrepreneurs to establish a company in Slovenia and obtain long-term residence. The minimum investment requirement of EUR 50,000 can be made in various fixed assets. Family members can be included in the application, making this option attractive for business owners seeking to relocate with family.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
15,047 EUR
per year
Investment Required
50,000 EUR
Personal
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, IS, LI, NO, CH
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current travel document
Business plan
Detailed plan for business operations
Criminal record
Certificate from home country
Health insurance
Valid coverage in Slovenia
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing investment capacity
Sponsor Documents
Company registration
Certificate of business registration in Slovenia
Investment documentation
Proof of EUR 50,000 fixed asset investment
Employment contract
Contract with Slovenian/EU employee (6+ months)
Financial statements
Company accounts showing EUR 10,000+ turnover in 6 months
Tax registration
Proof of tax registration in Slovenia
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residence and citizenship
- Family members can be included
- Business ownership and autonomy
- Renewable permits up to 24 months
- Potential for business growth
Considerations
- Significant minimum investment required (EUR 50,000)
- Must maintain employment numbers
- Must achieve minimum turnover targets
- Ongoing business viability required for renewal
- Complex administrative requirements
Application Process
Establish company
Register company (e.g., d.o.o.) in Slovenia
Make investment
Invest minimum EUR 50,000 in fixed assets
Hire employees
Employ at least one Slovenian or EU national for minimum 6 months
Achieve turnover
Generate minimum EUR 10,000 turnover in 6 months
Gather documents
Prepare company documents, financial records, employment contracts
Submit application
Lodge application at Slovenian embassy or administrative unit
Pay fee
Submit 50 EUR fee (102 EUR if applying abroad)
Receive decision
Obtain first visa (valid 90 days) then collect residence permit in Slovenia
Application Forms
Business Investment Residence Application
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