Overview of Slovenia
Slovenia, a picturesque country in Central Europe, is bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, and Croatia. With a population of approximately 2.1 million, the official language is Slovenian. Its capital, Ljubljana, is celebrated for its charming old town, vibrant cultural scene, and striking architecture. Slovenia offers diverse landscapes—from Alpine mountains and lush forests to a small stretch of Adriatic coastline. The country has been a member of the Schengen Area since 2007, allowing for seamless travel across Europe.
Slovenia Schengen Visa Eligibility
Schengen visa eligibility for Slovenia includes third-country nationals from the following states, who are excluded from visa-free on arrival to Slovenia/the Schengen area, and are therefore eligible to apply for a Schengen visa to Slovenia:
| 1. AFGHANISTAN | 53. LAOS |
| 2. ALGERIA | 54. LEBANON |
| 3. ANGOLA | 55. LESOTHO |
| 4. ARMENIA | 56. LIBERIA |
| 5. AZERBAIJAN | 57. LIBYA |
| 6. BAHRAIN | 58. MADAGASCAR |
| 7. BANGLADESH | 59. MALAWI |
| 8. BELARUS | 60. MALDIVES |
| 9. BELIZE | 61. MALI |
| 10. BENIN | 62. MAURITANIA |
| 11. BHUTAN | 63. MONGOLIA |
| 12. BOLIVIA | 64. MOROCCO |
| 13. BOTSWANA | 65. MOZAMBIQUE |
| 14. BURKINA FASO | 66. NAMIBIA |
| 15. BURMA/MYANMAR | 67. NAURU |
| 16. BURUNDI | 68. NEPAL |
| 17. CAMBODIA | 69. NIGER |
| 18. CAMEROON | 70. NIGERIA |
| 19. CAPE VERDE | 71. NORTH KOREA |
| 20. CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC | 72. OMAN |
| 21. CHAD | 73. PAKISTAN |
| 22. CHINA | 74. PAPUA NEW GUINEA |
| 23. COMOROS | 75. PHILIPPINES |
| 24. CONGO | 76. QATAR |
| 25. COTE D’IVOIRE | 77. RUSSIA |
| 26. CUBA | 78. RWANDA |
| 27. DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO | 79. SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE |
| 28. DJIBOUTI | 80. SAUDI ARABIA |
| 29. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | 81. SENEGAL |
| 30. ECUADOR | 82. SIERRA LEONE |
| 31. EGYPT | 83. SOMALIA |
| 32. EQUATORIAL GUINEA | 84. SOUTH AFRICA |
| 33. ERITREA | 85. SOUTH SUDAN |
| 34. ETHIOPIA | 86. SRI LANKA |
| 35. FIJI | 87. SUDAN |
| 36. GABON | 88. SURINAME |
| 37. GAMBIA | 89. SWAZILAND |
| 38. GHANA | 90. SYRIA |
| 39. GUINEA | 91. TAJIKISTAN |
| 40. GUINEA-BISSAU | 92. TANZANIA |
| 41. GUYANA | 93. THAILAND |
| 42. HAITI | 94. TOGO |
| 43. INDIA | 95. TUNISIA |
| 44. INDONESIA | 96. TURKEY |
| 45. IRAN | 97. TURKMENISTAN |
| 46. IRAQ | 98. UGANDA |
| 47. JAMAICA | 99. UZBEKISTAN |
| 48. JORDAN | 100.VIETNAM |
| 49. KAZAKHSTAN | 101.YEMEN |
| 50. KENYA | 102.ZAMBIA |
| 51. KUWAIT | 103.ZIMBABWE |
| 52. KYRGYZSTAN |
Third party nationals from the following entities/territories are also required to apply for a Schengen visa: KOSOVO and the PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY.
When to Apply for a Slovenia Schengen Visa
Applicants should submit their Slovenia Schengen visa applications no more than six months before their planned trip and no later than 15 calendar days prior to departure. It is advisable to apply well in advance to accommodate potential processing delays.
Processing Time for Slovenia Schengen Visa
The processing time for a Slovenia Schengen visa typically ranges from 10 to 15 calendar days from the date of application. However, during peak travel seasons or in individual cases, processing times may extend up to 30 or even 60 days. Therefore, it is recommended to apply as early as possible to ensure sufficient time for visa processing.
Important Entry Notes
Your visa may be revoked if you do not notify the Slovenian consulate or visa application center of any changes to your travel itinerary after submitting your application. Possession of a Schengen visa does not guarantee entry into Slovenia or the Schengen Area; border authorities have the final decision on entry and may require additional documentation. Be prepared to present documents verifying your financial means, accommodation details, and the purpose of your visit upon arrival in Slovenia.
