What are the requirements and conditions for obtaining a residence permit in Slovenia?

You can apply for a residence permit if there are no convictions and bans on visiting European Union countries. Also, the applicant needs to provide relevant information about the basis for immigration and authentic documents, have enough financial means, own or rented housing in Slovenia.

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What are the procedures and stages of obtaining a residence permit in Slovenia and how long does it take?

The immigration process includes preparing documents, obtaining a D-category visa, arriving on its territory, submitting an application to an authorized state institution, waiting for a decision and receiving a residence permit if the request is approved. The procedure takes from 3 months.

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What documents and evidence need to be provided when applying for a residence permit?

The dossier for obtaining a resident card includes a foreign passport, photo 4.5 x 3.5 cm, lease or sale-purchase agreement of real estate, medical insurance policy, bank account statement. Also prepare a document confirming the basis of the request for a residence permit (for example, an employment contract or certificate of enrollment in university).

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What rights and obligations are granted to holders of a residence permit in Slovenia?

A resident of Slovenia must comply with the laws of the country and timely extend their residence permit. The card endows its owner with the right to legally live and work in the country, engage in business activities, receive medical care, use all services of financial institutions, travel to other European countries without visas.