Research / Scientist in Slovenia
One documented route of this kind in Slovenia, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Research Activities Permit
Residence permit for researchers hosted by a Slovenian research organisation or higher-education institution under a hosting agreement.
- Processing time
- 1 month, extendable to a maximum of 2 months (ZUP/ZTuj-2)
- Validity
- Up to 1 year, annually renewable
- Language requirement
- None for the permit itself
- Permanent residence
- 5 years continuous lawful residence
- Citizenship
- 10 years total (incl. continuous 5 years before application)
Requirements
- Signed hosting agreement with a Slovenian research organisation / HE institution (replaces an employment-contract requirement)
- Valid passport, health insurance, proof of means and accommodation
Required Documents
- Signed hosting agreement with a Slovenian research organisation or HE institution required
- Valid passport required
- Proof of health insurance required
- Proof of sufficient means required
- Proof of accommodation required
Official fees
- Application fee (abroad) 13 EUR
- Issuance of first temporary permit (abroad) 102 EUR
- Biometric residence-permit card printing 15.47 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Hosting agreement
Conclude a hosting agreement with a Slovenian research organisation or higher-education institution.
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2
Apply
Apply for the research residence permit. Long-term stays beyond short-term mobility require application within 30 days of entry.
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Mobility
Short-term mobility up to 180 days within 360 is permitted; family members are covered. Permit valid up to 1 year, annually renewable.