Slovenia visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Slovenia

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Slovene Visa.

  • Properly and correctly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • The passport used for this application must have at least 6 months validity remaining on the day of travel. Your passport should have two blank pages for visa stamps.
  •  You'll need to show proof that you're capable of fending for yourself in Slovenia. This proof could come in form of recent financial statements from your or that of any intending sponsors.
  • Two recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application. 
  • A valid travel insurance with minimum cover of EUR30,000 is needed for the application.
  • You'll be required to provide flight reservations for Slovenia as well as your return ticket back to South Africa.
  • Copy of  your travel itinerary is needed for this application.
  • You'll need to show proof that you have a place to stay when you're in Slovenia. This proof of accommodation could be hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from your host in Slovenia.
  • This letter should state the purpose, duration of your visit and intent to host you. A valid means of identification of your host will be required.
  • Each person travelling with you on your travel document must submit their own visa form.
  • It's a short stay visa that allows you stay in Slovenia or any of the Schengen countries for 90 days.
  • This visa is valid for 90 days.
  • You can use this visa to enter other Schengen countries during your visa validity.
  • You're expected to leave Slovenia before the expiry of your visa.

Slovenia Visa for South Africans

Facts about Slovenia

Slovenia is a Balkan country with mostly mountainous terrain and mainly continental climate. It is a member of the European Union and NATO. It shares borders with Austria to the north, Italy to the west, Hungary to the northeast, and Croatia to the southeast. Slovenia controls some of the major transit routes in Europe despite its small size.

The Alpine country's major industries include car parts, pharmacy, electronics textile and furniture. With excellent infrastructure, a well-educated work-force, and a strategic location between central and Southeastern Europe, Slovenia's economy shows so much promise. The country's capital city Ljubljana was founded in Roman times and today, its university has over 50,000 students. 

One of the succeeding states of Former Yougoslavia, Slovenia became the first republic to split and became a sovereign state. As a member of the Schengen agreement, Slovenia can issue a Schengen visa.

Slovenia is a small Balkan country located in South central Europe. It's a popular transit route for most European countries.It's a great location for hiking, skiing, Nordic walking and mountaineering.

The National Museum of Slovenia in Ljubljana, Savinja and Šalek Valley are tourist locations with great historical values. Logar Valley Landscape Park has a splendid waterfall. The mountains and rivers of the Julian Alps and of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps provide the perfect location for skiing, hiking, mountain biking, rafting and kayaking.

The southern region of Slovenia is an area of numerous caves. Travellers can enjoy different spa resorts in the eastern region, take a dive in the Adriatic Sea, visit cities, or enjoy the countryside cuisine and local wine.

The official language is Slovenian and it's spoken by a majority of the population in SLovenia.

Some of the best dishes to have in Slovenia are potica, gibanica, Austrian Strudel, Wiener Schnitzel, the Italian risotto and ravioli. Tap water is drinkable in Slovenia.

Slovenia is relatively safe. There are emergency phones stationed along highways and some main roads. The nation wide emergency number is 112, while police number is 113. LGBTQ+ travellers are generally not in danger, although there have been reported attacks in the past. Be cautious in the evening and at night, especially in bigger towns. There might also be some sort of aggression in crowded bars.

Slovenia places a huge value on respect for people so it's best to act in that manner towards others.

Types of Slovenia Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 5 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Official visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Slovenia Visa

  • Properly and correctly completed application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • The passport used for this application must have at least 6 months validity remaining on the day of travel. Your passport should have two blank pages for visa stamps.
  •  You'll need to show proof that you're capable of fending for yourself in Slovenia. This proof could come in form of recent financial statements from your or that of any intending sponsors.
  • Two recent passport-size photograph taken with a white background. The passport should follow the photo specification for a visa application. 
  • A valid travel insurance with minimum cover of EUR30,000 is needed for the application.
  • You'll be required to provide flight reservations for Slovenia as well as your return ticket back to South Africa.
  • Copy of  your travel itinerary is needed for this application.
  • You'll need to show proof that you have a place to stay when you're in Slovenia. This proof of accommodation could be hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from your host in Slovenia.
  • This letter should state the purpose, duration of your visit and intent to host you. A valid means of identification of your host will be required.
  • Each person travelling with you on your travel document must submit their own visa form.
  • It's a short stay visa that allows you stay in Slovenia or any of the Schengen countries for 90 days.
  • This visa is valid for 90 days.
  • You can use this visa to enter other Schengen countries during your visa validity.
  • You're expected to leave Slovenia before the expiry of your visa.
Slovenia Tourist visa Slovenia Business visa Slovenia Transit visa Slovenia Student visa Slovenia Official visa

Slovenia Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa allows travelers to visit various tourist sites in Slovenia for relaxation and recreation purposes.
  • If you intend visiting friends and relatives in the country, you can do so with this visa.
  • Foreigners with this visa are not permitted to partake in business activities.
  • You are not permitted to be employed while in the country with this visa.
  • The tourist visa does not allow you take up a course or study in one of the institutions in Slovenia.
  • If you are visiting a friend or relative in the country, you are required to have a letter of invitation from your host.
  • The invitation letter should include the home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of your host.
  • Minors should ensure they provide an unabridged original copy of their birth certificate and a signed consent form from both parents.
  • For non-South Africans, a copy of your South African stay permit is required.
  • The official language is Slovenian and it's spoken by a majority of the population in Slovenia.
  • The cost of things in Slovenia is high compared to other European countries.
  • Within three days of entering Slovenia, you are required to register with the police. Failure to do this will result in you having to pay a fine.
  • Tourists visiting Slovenia are advised to plan movement within the country ahead of time as public transport could sometimes be scarce.
  • Hitchhiking is one of the most famous options to see around Slovenia for free but you're advised to be cautious as some drivers might expect favours in return.
  • The visa ceases to be valid after 3 months.
  • As soon as the visa expires, you are expected to leave the country.
  • This visa costs €60 for South Africans 12 years and above, €35 for children between 6-11 and is free for children under 6.

Slovenia Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners who apply for this visa intend to visit Slovenia to foster business relationships with already existing partners or to build up relationships with new partners.
  • You can negotiate and sign contracts with business partners in the country.
  • With this visa, you can attend conferences, trade fairs and business summits while in the country.
  • A letter from your employer in South Africa should be provided. Your position in the company, duration and purpose of your visit should be stated in the letter.
  • Letter of invitation from the company you are meeting up with in Slovenia should be provided. If the company is going to be in charge of your expenses during your stay in the country, it should be stated in the letter.
  • The company should state the purpose of your visit and how long you will be staying in the country.
  • Certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with in Slovenia is required.
  • If you have had previous business dealings with the company you are meeting with, you are required to present a proof of this.
  • Foreigners with this visa are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment in the country.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided as well as a signed consent form from both of your parents.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to seek public funds.
  • You are required to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.

Slovenia Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The transit visa allows foreigners to make short stays in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa intend to change airport, go from airport to train or bus station or even change terminals.
  • Flight ticket and visa of the destination country should be presented during the visa application process.
  • For non-South Africans, a copy of their South African stay permit is required. The permit should be valid for at least three months beyond the planned stay in Slovenia.
  • Minors should ensure they have the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate.
  • The receipt of paid visa application fees should be tendered.
  • You are neither allowed to study nor work with this visa.
  • You are expected to leave the country before your visa expires.

Slovenia Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of this visa are those that have been accepted to study in a Slovenian learning institution.
  • Applicants are required to have the certificates and transcripts of the previous schools they attended.
  • You'll be required to present a letter of acceptance into the admitted institution. 
  • Minors are expected to have the original copy of their birth certificate along with a parental consent signed by both their parents.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country is needed.
  • You're required to provide proof that you can cater for yourself during the course of your study. This proof could be bank statements, scholarship offers or letter of sponsorship.
  • This visa can be extended to cover period of your study in the country.
  • You are expected to obey the rules and regulations guiding this visa.
  • Non-South Africans should ensure they have a copy of their South African stay permit during the visa application process.
  • During your time in the country, you can work part-time, as long as it does not interfere with your study.
  • The visa costs €99.

Slovenia Official Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa type is for government officials visiting Slovenia to improve and strengthen the relationship between the two countries.
  • A note from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation is required.
  • In the note from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, your status in the government, duration and purpose of your visit in the country should be clearly stated.
  • As a diplomat, if the purpose of your visit to the country is not official, this visa will not be issued to you.
  • Minors should have the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Holders of this visa are not to be paid for services they render while in the country.
  • If you are travelling with your partner, your original marriage certificate should be provided.
  • This visa allows its holders multiple entry into the country.
  • This visa is free for government officials on government duties.

Slovenia Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

99.00 (EUR)

Official visa

33.00 (EUR)

Slovenia Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Cape Town

Dr Prieur du Plessis, Honorary Consul Plexus House, 9, Queen Street, Durbanville, Cape Town, South Africa.

http://www.slovenianconsulate.co.za

info@slovenianconsulate.co.za

+27 09 720 2447

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest language to Slovenian?
The closest languages to Slovenian are Serbian and Croatian.
What is the main religion in Slovenia??
The dominant religion in Slovenia is Christianity.
Is Slovenia expensive??
The cost of things in Slovenia is high compared to other European countries.
What nationality is Slovenia??
The Slovenes also known as Slovenians are a nation and South Slavic ethnic group.