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Digital Nomad Visa (Dovoljenje za digitalne nomade)
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Digital Nomad Visa (Dovoljenje za digitalne nomade)

Digital Nomad Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €70–€130

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

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.

Cost Breakdown

Application fee (abroad, diplomatic mission)EUR €13
Application fee (filed in Slovenia)EUR €5
Issuance of temporary residence permit (abroad)EUR €102
Issuance of temporary residence permit (in Slovenia)EUR €50
Residence permit cardEUR €15
TotalEUR €70–€130

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year

Conversion Paths

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Non-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

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

38,449 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

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)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Legal Schengen residence for up to 12 months for remote workers
  • No Slovenian labor-market test or local employer required
  • Immediate family reunification with no duration-linked restrictions
  • Low government fees (about EUR 130 total when applying from abroad)
  • Permit can be converted to a different residence purpose at any time during validity
  • High quality of life and strong digital infrastructure in Central Europe

Worth Knowing

  • Non-extendable; reapplication for the same purpose only six months after expiry
  • Income threshold tracks the Slovenian average net wage and rises annually
  • Stay can trigger Slovenian tax residency
  • Income must come from employers or clients outside Slovenia only
  • Open only to non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals
  • Working for Slovenian companies or clients is prohibited
  • Insufficient proven monthly income (under 2x Slovenian average net wage) is an automatic refusal

Application Process

1

Gather all required documentation, including proof of remote work and financial means

2

Submit the application at a Slovenian diplomatic mission or consulate abroad, or at an administrative unit if already in Slovenia

3

Pay the application fee

4

Wait for processing (typically 15-30 days)

5

Register residence upon arrival

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