Tourists and visitors to Slovenia do not require a visa if they intend to stay for less than 3 months.
For a stay of over 3 months in Slovenia, or if entry to Slovenia is for work purposes, a "temporary work permit" is required. The permit is issued for the period of work required but for no more than one year with an option to extend.
A permanent resident's permit is issued to a person who has lived in Slovenia for a continuous period of 8 years.
Work Permits
Foreign residents may work in Slovenia only if they can produce a work permit. In general, there are 3 classes of work permits:
A permit for an employer - this is issued at the request of an employer. The permit is granted when there is no Slovenian citizen who can fill the position. The permit is usually granted for a year with an option to extend.
A personal work permit - granted for up to 3 years on the terms specified in Slovenian law. This applies as well in the case of work as a self-employed person in Slovenia, for uniting families, for refugees or when a foreign resident has parents who are Slovenian citizens.
A permit for an employee - the permit is given to directors and employees of foreign companies that operate in Slovenia.
