Permanent residence permit
Third-country nationals can apply for permanent residence after five years of continuous legal residence on temporary permits. They need a valid travel document, regular income and no security concerns, and since 2023 a Slovene language certificate at A2 level. Study time counts at half, and some temporary statuses do not count.
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
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Who it’s for
Long-term temporary residence permit holders in Slovenia.
Eligibility
Five years
You need five years of continuous legal residence on temporary residence permits.
Official wording
Continuous legal residence on temporary residence permits.
Income
Sufficient means in the form of regular income.
Language
Slovene A2 certificate from an authorised institution in Slovenia.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementTime not counted
- Document checklistValid travel document
- FeesAdministrative fees
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Other routes to Slovenia
- Visit & tourismSchengen tourist & business visa
- StudyTemporary residence permit for study
- Work permitsTemporary residence permit for digital nomads
- FamilyTemporary residence permit for family reunification
- CitizenshipSlovenian citizenship by naturalisation
- Work permitsSingle residence and work permit
