🇸🇮 Slovenia · Entrepreneur
Personal work permit for self-employment — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €90 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 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
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.
Proof of savings
https://spot.gov.si/en/info/how-can-non-eu-nationals-start-a-business-in-slovenia · verified 2026-06-09
Application fee
https://spot.gov.si/en/info/how-can-non-eu-nationals-start-a-business-in-slovenia · verified 2026-06-09
No direct PR path
“The permit is issued for one year and can be renewed.”
https://spot.gov.si/en/info/how-can-non-eu-nationals-start-a-business-in-slovenia · verified 2026-06-09
Open to all nationalities
https://spot.gov.si/en/info/how-can-non-eu-nationals-start-a-business-in-slovenia · verified 2026-06-09
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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.