Glossary
ENIC-NARIC (centre for foreign qualifications)
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In short
The ENIC-NARIC center Slovenija assesses foreign education (vrednotenje izobraževanja) and compares it with Slovenian education. The result is an opinion (mnenje) of an informative and advisory nature, which grants no rights and imposes no obligations; the assessment is mainly meant for people who want to work with a foreign diploma.
Key figures
- What ENIC-NARIC issues
- an opinion (mnenje) of an informative and advisory nature, which grants no rights and imposes no obligationsLegal basis: ZVPI, 6. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- What ENIC-NARIC does not assess
- language, computer and other courses, professional exams and qualifications, and higher education shorter than one semester or worth under 30 ECTSLegal basis: ZVPI, 5. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Documents for ENIC-NARIC
- the original education document with a certified court translation, plus proof of the content and length of the studies; legalisation (an apostille) is not required unless authenticity is in doubtLegal basis: ZVPI, 7. in 20. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- ENIC-NARIC opinion deadline
- within 2 months of receiving a complete applicationLegal basis: ZVPI, 7. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Objecting to an ENIC-NARIC opinion
- in writing to ENIC-NARIC within 15 days of receiving the opinion; a commission appointed by the minister reviews itLegal basis: ZVPI, 9. člen · as of 10 October 2026 · source
- Regulated professions
- the body responsible for the profession (a ministry, a chamber or another organisation) decides on access; they are listed in the register of regulated professionsas of 10 October 2026 · source
What is assessed
- Only a document proving completed education.
- Not assessed: language, computer and other courses, professional exams and qualifications, and higher education shorter than one semester or worth under 30 ECTS.
- Result: an opinion (mnenje) of an informative and advisory nature, which grants no rights and imposes no obligations. The opinion describes the institution's status, the level and field of education and how it compares with Slovenian education.
How to apply
The centre sits at the Ministrstvo za izobraževanje, znanost in mladino (Ministry of Education, Science and Youth). Applications go by post or in person.
- Documents: the original education document with a certified court translation, plus proof of the content and length of the studies; legalisation (an apostille) is not required unless authenticity is in doubt.
- Deadline: within 2 months of receiving a complete application.
If you disagree
Objection: in writing to ENIC-NARIC within 15 days of receiving the opinion; a commission appointed by the minister reviews it.
For regulated professions the final decision is not made by ENIC-NARIC: the body responsible for the profession (a ministry, a chamber or another organisation) decides on access; they are listed in the register of regulated professions. Whether that body needs the centre's opinion is something to check with it.
Frequently asked questions
How long does an ENIC-NARIC opinion take?
The opinion is issued within 2 months of receiving a complete application.
Does my diploma need an apostille for ENIC-NARIC?
As a rule, no. Document requirements: the original education document with a certified court translation, plus proof of the content and length of the studies; legalisation (an apostille) is not required unless authenticity is in doubt.
Can courses or certificates be assessed?
No. Not assessed: language, computer and other courses, professional exams and qualifications, and higher education shorter than one semester or worth under 30 ECTS.
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Updated: 10 October 2026
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