Temporary residence permit for family reunification
A foreigner can bring family members after living in Slovenia for at least one year on a temporary residence permit and holding a permit valid for at least one more year, or if they hold a permanent residence permit. The family member's permit follows the sponsor's permit, up to two years at first and three years on extension. Adult family members must show basic Slovene when extending.
Life in Slovenia
Money
3
Currency
Euro
EUR
Euro
Cost of living
67
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
16–50%
Income tax (national)
VAT 22%
16% up to EUR 9,721.43, then 26%, 33%, 39%, and 50% above EUR 82,346.23; general allowance up to EUR 5,551.93 or more for low earners.
Living
1
Happiness
#17 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
Your edge here Members
What gives you an edge here: passports, visas and permits you hold, work, study, language and family ties
Who it’s for
Spouses, children and other eligible relatives of foreign residents of Slovenia.
Eligibility
Sponsor
Permanent residence permit holder, or one year on a temporary permit with a permit valid for at least one more year; special statuses are exempt from the one-year rule.
Excluded
Daily commuters and seasonal workers cannot sponsor.
Language on extension
Adult family members show Slovene at survival level when extending.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistProof of family relationship
- FeesAdministrative fees
- Steps to applyCheck sponsor eligibility
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- 3 steps
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