Slovenia is a particularly appealing new residence for an immigrant because of its moderate weather, gorgeous scenery, and a strong economy. Slovenia also draws international visitors to its shores by providing a very simple banking service for non-residents. Most Slovenian banks make banking tasks easier for non-residents by providing bank accounts tailored to their needs with a straightforward, simplified approach.

If you plan to reside in Slovenia for an extended period, you’ll need to find a good approach to handle your funds. Continue reading to learn everything you require to learn about establishing a bank account in Slovenia.

Can I open a bank account in Slovenia as a non-resident? 

Yes. Non-residents and even visitors are allowed to create bank accounts in Slovenia. However, the papers required differ by bank. Most banks ask for a legal passport and a Slovenian Tax Number. Non-resident accounts at a certain bank have investment and transfer restrictions, so be careful to discuss these with your advisor.

Requirements

Because of Slovenia’s relaxed registration standards, you’ll only require a handful of paperwork to create a bank account: 

  • Passport 
  • Slovenian tax number
  • Foreign tax identification number 

Based on your bank’s identification confirmation procedure, you can submit your papers to a bank, post them digitally, or display them through video conference.

Opening an account in an online bank in Slovenia: 

It is just as easy to open an online bank account as the physical one by following these steps:

  • Verify your cellphone number or email address. 
  • Pick the sort of account you prefer from your bank’s smartphone application. 
  • Complete the signup procedure. 
  • Complete the ID confirmation process within the app. 
  • Make a Passcode and begin utilizing your account.

Best banks in Slovenia

These major banks in Slovenia provide a range of services to their residents and non-resident clients. 

Nova KBM

NOVA KREDITNA BANKA MARIBOR (Nova KBM) is a worldwide bank that has been around for over 150 years. Nova KBM provides traditional financial facilities, corporate finance solutions, internet payment assistance to people, single traders, formal organizations, and other businesses, and various current financing outlets and sophisticated economic programs and technologies, such as cellphone transactions (Moneta). 

Amenities

consumer banking 

trade banking

Luxury banking

SID Banka

SID-SLOVENSKA IZVOZNA IN RAZVOJNA BANKA was founded in 1992 to offer trade coverage and funding to Slovenian businesses. The primary operation of SID Bank is the funding of commercial operations in the market-gap sector. SID Bank obtains funds primarily by investing in the international economic exchanges on its account and for its benefit and with the Republic of Slovenia’s assurance.

Banka Intesa Sanpaolo

Istrska Comunale bank was created in 1955 and is now known as Banka Intesa Sanpaolo d.d. The bank was rebranded by Banka Koper in 1997 and rejoined the Intesa Sanpaolo Corporation in 2002. It was renamed Banka Intesa Sanpaolo d.d. in 2016. Banka Intesa Sanpaolo is a global bank in Slovenia, delivering a wide variety of consumer and corporate accounting goods and facilities and custodial assistance. 

In the context of overall capital, Banka Intesa Sanpaolo d.d. is Slovenia’s sixth-biggest bank. In 2019, the bank’s net holdings were 2 688,62 million EUR, giving it a market share of 6.06 percent. The bank’s net profit in 2019 was EUR 23,75 million.

BKS Bank

BKS Bank, established in 1922, specializes in offering consumer financial goods and solutions to individuals and small businesses. Financial institutions, asset planning, and internet trading are also available through BKS Bank. BKS BANK AG, Banna podrunica is a BKS Bank AG subsidiary (Austria). 

In the context of overall holdings, BKS BANK AG, Banna podrunica is Slovenia’s second major bank. In 2019, the bank’s net holdings were 8 857,60 million EUR, giving it a marketplace interest of 19.98 percent. The institution’s net profit in 2019 was EUR 92,90 million.