Slovenia is one of the most culturally, linguistically, and geographically varied countries in Central Europe. Slovenia has been a favorite immigrant location due to the various countries that encircle it. If you’re thinking about what awaits you in this Slavic kingdom, you can rest assured that you’ll find a good job because its GDP is one of the most prosperous among its neighbors. You can expect a successful job and the opportunity to reside in an area surrounded by hills, snow-capped mountains, and ski areas. 

Interesting facts

  • Predjama Castle in Slovenia, commonly referred to as the “Castle in a Rock,” is among the globe’s best well-known and most beautiful palaces. The fortress also descends into a cave.
  • The lengthiest masonry arch rail overpass n the planet is the Solkan Crossing in Western Slovenia.
  • With almost 3,000 memorials, temples, and cathedrals, it boasts one of the largest concentrations of religious structures in Europe.
  • Slovenia’s waterways, rivers, ponds, and lakes provide a variety of water sports, making it a popular tourist destination. Details of aquatic adventures can be found on their main tourist webpage
  • With about 11,500 caves as of 2015, it is the nation with the most caves on the globe. The Skocjan Caves, which are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, are one of the most well-known

Visa Requirements

  • The Visa request form is filled thoroughly with factual information. The form must be filled out without leaving anything out or without any false data. You can download the application form from the main webpage of the Slovenia embassy. 
  • A legal passport with at least two blank slots. Make sure that the passport is not damaged from anywhere. 
  • 2 recent passport-size photos with light background. The photo must contain a full face in 80% of the frame.
  • A job acceptance form so that you can apply for a permanent employment visa later on.
  • Proof of advertisement for job from your employer
  • Your health assessment proof and documentation of your medical insurance. 
  • A detailed letter stating how you are perfect for the job and how you would be useful for the country’s economy. 
  • If you are relocating based on a partner visa, make sure you submit the marriage certificate along with other documents.
  • When applying for a study visa, make sure you submit your past educational history and results.

How much cash do you require to reside in Slovenia? 

It varies on where you want to reside and how you want to spend. Slovenia is affordable if you live in a large town or a tiny village. Slovenia is the greatest spot for ‘getting by’ on an item of expenditure when compared to Paris and Lorenzo. A coffee in café prices roughly 1 €, while dinner in a trendy place in the heart of Ljubljana prices about €10-15. You can get to Ljubljana or the Piran Coast in a few hours by bus and find inexpensive lodging very easily.

Transferring your possessions to Slovenia

Most foreigners, especially those new to the country, choose to engage a cargo and moving firm to transport their things. Slovenia is served by several foreign carriers who offer door-to-door assistance. These individuals will supervise the entire relocation till your belongings are transferred to your new residence. The boxes will arrive in the Port of Koper in about 25-45 days, after which regional border authorities will assess the shipments.

Any canine can be brought into Slovenia as long as it is registered for identity. They must also be rabies-vaccinated and have a Rabies Shot Credential valid for at least one month.

How to reside like a native 

  1. Learn about their holidays

On St Martin’s Day in Slovenia, November 11, massive amounts of poultry are eaten. On December 6, kids get gifts in celebration of St. Nicholas Day, and on February 8, the most renowned 19th-century Slovenia poet, France Presheren, is honored with a public holiday. 

These and many more occasions will offer you a public holiday. So, it would be best if you decided how you are going to spend these days off. 

  1. Be a stew connoisseur

Slovenian cuisine consists primarily of one-pot dishes such as soups and stews served with toast. Potato recipes such as Njoki are also popular in Slovenia.