🇸🇮 Slovenia · Entrepreneur
Employment permit for majority owners — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €507 |
| Minimum annual salary | €30,000 |
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Minimum investment | €30,000 |
| Work experience | 1+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €90 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://spot.gov.si/en/info/how-can-non-eu-nationals-start-a-business-in-slovenia.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €507.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“If the company has not yet been registered for six months, it can obtain a work permit for a foreign representative, if it provides proof of investment in Slovenia in the amount of at least EUR 30,000 for company start-up”
“The work permit for a foreign representative can be issued for a period of up to two years and can be extended under the same conditions... Employment permit for majority owners... he/she can be employed in such a company on the basis of an employment permit (these are temporary, renewable work/employment permits; the page does not state a permanent-residence outcome)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.