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Allows transiting through international airport areas without entering Schengen territory. Required for citizens of 12 specific countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DRC, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Sri Lanka).

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.

Short-stay Schengen visa for business activities including meetings, conferences, and professional events. Valid for up to 90 days within 180-day period.

Temporary residence and work permit for non-EU/EEA workers with employment contract. Combines work authorization and residence in single document.

EU-wide residence and work permit for highly qualified non-EU workers in skilled professions. Requires university education and salary of at least 1.5x average annual gross salary in Slovenia.

Long-stay visa for exchange students staying up to 2 semesters. Does not require transition to residence permit like degree-seeking students.

Temporary residence permit for family members (spouse, civil partners, children, dependents) of non-EU nationals with permanent residence permit or 1+ year temporary residence permit in Slovenia.

Temporary residence permit for humanitarian workers organizing or conducting charitable/humanitarian activities within registered humanitarian organizations or religious communities in Slovenia.

Temporary residence and work permit for employees of multinational companies transferred to a Slovenian subsidiary. Available for managers, experts, and persons in training.

Temporary residence permit for foreign journalists and media workers. Special provision allows application from within Slovenia without prior visa.

Temporary residence permit for family members of long-term residents of another EU country who wish to relocate to Slovenia. Based on EU Directive on long-term residents.

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.

Temporary residence permit for professional athletes and sports trainers with employment contract with Slovenian sports organization.

International protection status for persons persecuted in their country based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership. Grants permanent residence permit.

Temporary residence permit for clergy, religious officers, and persons pursuing monastic activities within registered religious communities in Slovenia.

Temporary residence permit for researchers seeking employment or self-employment in Slovenia after completing research projects. Valid for 9 months.

Temporary residence permit for researchers and university teachers/associates with hosting agreement from Slovenian research organization or higher education institution.

Temporary residence permit for non-EU workers pursuing self-employment activities. Requires minimum 1 year legal residence and proof of financial resources.

Temporary residence permit for non-EU/EEA/Swiss students pursuing degree programs at Slovenian educational institutions. Required for stays longer than 90 days.

International protection for persons not meeting refugee definition but facing serious harm (death penalty, torture, inhuman treatment). Grants temporary residence permit.

Short-stay Schengen visa for tourism and sightseeing. Valid for stays up to 90 days within 180-day period across all Schengen countries.

Temporary residence permit for victims of human trafficking. Issued when victim participates in criminal proceedings or if personal circumstances justify residence in Slovenia.

Long-stay visa for short-term training programs and internships. Allows participation in vocational training or professional internships without requiring full residence permit.