Self-Employment Residence Permit
Slovenia
Last updated: December 29, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$102
2-4 months
High
About this Visa
This visa lets you start and run your own business in Slovenia. You get permission to live in Slovenia and work for yourself through your own company. You don't need a Slovenian employer or company to sponsor you—you are your own boss. This is for entrepreneurs and business owners from any country outside the EU. You must create a real business and prove you can support yourself with income from that business. This visa is available right now and accepting applications.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions in your own business
- Bring spouse and children
- Travel freely in all Schengen countries
- Extend permit indefinitely
- Path to permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to citizenship after 10 years
- Access public health insurance
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be from outside EU/EEA
- Must be 18 or older
- No criminal record
- Valid health insurance required
- Own at least 51% of the business
- Meet ONE financial requirement
- Exception: Regulated professions (lawyer, doctor, architect) can start immediately without 1-year wait
Financial Requirement
Must prove ONE of: (1) €50,000 investment in business within 6 months, (2) €10,000+ monthly revenue for 6 consecutive months, or (3) Hire 1 EU citizen full-time for 6+ months. Also need €7,500 minimum to establish company.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be current
- Criminal record checkFrom your home country
- Bank account proofWith company money
- Business registration documentsProof business is registered in Slovenia
- Health insurance proofMust cover €30,000 emergency expenses
- Proof of residenceLease or property deed in Slovenia
- Business planShowing how business will make money
- Company registration certificateOfficial Slovenian registration
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.