Glossary
Temporary residence permit (dovoljenje za začasno prebivanje)
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In short
The dovoljenje za začasno prebivanje is Slovenia's temporary residence permit for non-EU nationals, issued for a specific purpose: work, study, family or another ground set by law. The first permit is issued for up to 2 years, unless the law sets a different term for the ground, and it is renewed on the same conditions on which it was issued.
Key figures
- First permit term
- up to 2 years, unless the law sets a different term for the groundLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 34. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- General conditions
- a passport valid at least 3 months beyond the planned stay; health insurance covering at least urgent care in Slovenia; means of subsistenceLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 33. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Basic minimum income (OZMD)
- €507.43 a month (since 1 March 2026)indexed to consumer prices every 1 Marchas of 10 October 2026 · source
- Where to file the first application
- at a Slovenian embassy or consulate; if you are lawfully in Slovenia, at an upravna enotaLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 34. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Statutory decision time
- 30 days from a complete application, up to 60 days if a special investigation is neededthe clock runs only once the file is completeLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 91. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Fingerprints
- two fingerprints are taken with the applicationLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 111. člen · as of 1 October 2026 · source
- State fee: temporary residence permit
- €50 in Slovenia, €102 via an embassyplus €12 for the permit cardLegal basis: ZUT · as of 14 June 2026 · source
- Deadline to register an address
- 8 days from moving inLegal basis: ZPPreb-1, 5. in 10. člen · as of 1 October 2026 · source
Grounds for the permit
ZTuj-2 ties every temporary permit to a purpose of stay. You may live in Slovenia only within that purpose, and you can change it by applying for a new permit (nadaljnje dovoljenje) before the current one ends.
- Work: the single permit (enotno dovoljenje) or the EU Blue Card.
- Family reunification (združitev družine).
- Study, traineeships and international exchanges.
- Volunteering.
- Digital nomads, people of Slovenian descent, long-term residents of other EU countries.
- Other justified reasons and the interest of the Republic of Slovenia.
General conditions
- For every ground: a passport valid at least 3 months beyond the planned stay; health insurance covering at least urgent care in Slovenia; means of subsistence.
- Means are measured against the basic minimum income: €507.43 a month (since 1 March 2026).
- A criminal record certificate from your country of citizenship; foreign documents with an apostille or legalisation and a certified Slovenian translation.
- Fingerprints: two fingerprints are taken with the application.
Where and how to apply
- First application: at a Slovenian embassy or consulate; if you are lawfully in Slovenia, at an upravna enota.
- Decision time: 30 days from a complete application, up to 60 days if a special investigation is needed.
- State fee: €50 in Slovenia, €102 via an embassy.
- Once you have the permit card, register your address in Slovenia within 8 days from moving in.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a first residence permit in Slovenia valid?
It is issued for up to 2 years, unless the law sets a different term for the ground. For some grounds, such as study, the law sets its own shorter term.
Can I apply for a permit while in Slovenia?
Yes, if you are in the country lawfully, for example visa-free or on a visa: then an upravna enota accepts the application. Otherwise the first application is filed at a Slovenian embassy or consulate.
Can I change the ground of my permit?
Yes. Before your current permit ends, apply at an upravna enota for a permit with a different purpose, for example a single permit for work after your studies.
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Updated: 10 October 2026
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