Work in Slovenia with the EU Blue Card
The fast-track to residency, family reunification, and EU-wide mobility. Secure your future in Europe with my expert guidance.
Important Update: New Rules since July 2025
New salary thresholds (approx. €2,200 net) and qualification equivalents apply starting July 2025. Please review the updated criteria before applying to ensure compliance with the latest Slovenian legislation. Read Full Policy →
Key Requirements
To qualify for the EU Blue Card, you must meet specific requirements regarding your professional status and offer of employment.
Salary Threshold
Your gross annual salary must be approximately at the level of the average gross annual salary in Slovenia (the threshold was lowered from 1.5× by the ZZSDT-E amendment, in force since 21 May 2025; confirm the exact figure at a consultation).
Qualification
A higher education degree (University) is required, or at least 3 years of relevant professional IT experience.
Employment Contract
You must have a valid work contract or a binding job offer for highly qualified employment for at least six months (the minimum was lowered from one year by the ZZSDT-E amendment, in force since 21 May 2025).
Application Process
Document Collection
I help you gather and notarize all necessary documents, including apostilles and translations of your diploma and police clearance.
Application Submission
I submit the complete application to the Administrative Unit in Slovenia on your behalf.
Administrative Review
The authorities review your case. I handle any additional requests for information directly with the government.
Biometrics
Once approved, you complete biometrics (fingerprinting) so your residence card can be produced.
Card Issuance
Upon arrival in Slovenia, you pick up your EU Blue Card residency permit and register your address.
Am I Eligible?
Check your eligibility for the EU Blue Card in less than 2 minutes.
Certified Translations
I handle all court-certified translations of your documents.
Prepared strictly to the legal requirements
I personally ensure your application meets all current regulations.
Direct Communication
I communicate with the Administrative Units on your behalf.
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Terms
- EU Blue Card (modra karta EU)
- Povprečna plača (average wage)
- ENIC-NARIC (centre for foreign qualifications)
- Single permit (enotno dovoljenje)
- Samozaposlitev (single permit for self-employment)
- Minimalna plača (minimum wage)
- Mandatory health contribution (OZP)
- Compulsory health insurance (obvezno zdravstveno zavarovanje)
- Pogodba o zaposlitvi (employment contract)
- Poslovodja (managing director of a d.o.o.)
- Prispevki za socialno varnost (social security contributions)
- Free access to the labour market (prosti dostop do trga dela)
- ZRSZ consent (soglasje ZRSZ)
- Študentsko delo (student work)
- Recognition of foreign education (priznavanje izobraževanja)
- Temporary protection (začasna zaščita)
- ZRSZ (Employment Service of Slovenia)
- ZZZS (Health Insurance Institute of Slovenia)
Frequently asked questions
- What degree do I need for an EU Blue Card in Slovenia?
- How long is an EU Blue Card valid?
- Does ZRSZ run a labour market test for the Blue Card?
- Who files the Blue Card application, and where?
- Can I start working while my Blue Card application is pending?
- Who files the single permit application: me or my employer?
- What documents do I need for a single permit?
- How long does a single permit decision take?
- Can a newly founded company hire a foreigner?
- Does the employer first have to look for a worker among the unemployed in Slovenia?
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Get a consultationThe information on this page is general and current as of the publication date; it is not individual legal advice. Rules and figures change - confirm the exact conditions for your case at a consultation.