Slovenia•EuropePermanent Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
60-90 days
Application Fee
50 EUR
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Varies
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
Permanent residence permit for non-EU/EEA nationals after 5 years continuous legal residence, or 2 years for family members of Slovenian citizens or other permanent residents.
Permanent residence permits are the gateway to long-term settlement in Slovenia. After obtaining permanent residence, applicants can continue toward citizenship after 10 years of legal residence, with language and integration requirements.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
none or higher
Professional
Experience
5 years of continuous legal stay in Slovenia with a valid temporary residence permit+ years
Language
N/A
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid travel document
Current passport or travel document
Residence history
Documentation of 5 years continuous legal residence
Criminal record certificate
Updated certificate from home country
Proof of means
Bank statements or pension documentation
Health insurance
Valid coverage in Slovenia
Accommodation
Proof of housing in Slovenia
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Advantages
- Indefinite stay right
- Freedom to work
- Access to all social services
- Path to citizenship
- Family reunification rights
- Increased employment flexibility
Considerations
- Long 5-year requirement (or 2 years if family of citizen)
- Must maintain means of subsistence
- Must demonstrate clean record
- Extended absences can affect status
Application Process
Meet residency requirement
Complete 5 years continuous legal residence on temporary permit (2 years if family member of citizen/permanent resident)
Verify criminal record
Obtain updated criminal record certificate
Prepare documents
Gather residence history, financial documents, health insurance
Submit application
Lodge permanent residence permit application at administrative unit
Background verification
Authorities verify residence history and conduct final checks
Pay fee
Submit 50 EUR permit fee
Receive decision
Receive permanent residence permit
Application Forms
Permanent Residence Permit Application
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