Published: 29.05.2026
Long-term legal residence in Slovenia requires a residence permit, a lawful basis for stay, sufficient funds and valid health insurance. The source also describes the possibility of applying for a temporary work residence permit from abroad or from within Slovenia.
According to the source, the main elements of an application remain a lawful basis for residence, sufficient funds and health insurance. For work-based migration, applicants need to establish the purpose of their stay and prepare documents supporting their work or another residence basis. This primarily concerns third-country nationals planning to live or work in Slovenia for an extended period. It is worth considering when preparing a move, although the source describes the general procedure rather than a specific legislative change.