Slovenia Student Visa Application Process

Slovenia student visa is the type of visa that people who will participate in educational activities in Slovenia (language school, university education, etc.) must obtain in order to enter Slovenia.

Slovenia student visas are evaluated in two different categories depending on their validity period.

Slovenia Type C Student Visa: The Slovenia Type C student visa is a visa type that allows you to stay in Slovenia for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Slovenia D type student visa: Slovenia D type student visa is a type of visa suitable for residing in Slovenia for more than 3 months. It is the type of visa required to study at a university in Slovenia.

How to Get a Slovenia Student Visa?

In order to obtain a Slovenia student visa, it is mandatory to attend at least one of the following types of education.

University education in Slovenia,
Language education in Slovenia,
Other educational programs at universities in Slovenia (Erasmus, Exchange, etc.)

What are the Types of Slovenia Student Visa?

There are two types of Slovenia student visas.

Type C (Short-term) Slovenia student visa,
Type D (Long term) Slovenia student visa.

The differences and similarities between the Slovenia C type education visa and the Slovenia D type education visa are as follows.

	Slovenia C type student visa	Slovenia D type student visa
Duration of stay in Slovenia	up to 90 days	Over 90 days
Part-time work opportunity in Slovenia	None	There is
The right to visit Schengen countries	There is	There is

What is a Slovenia Short-Term (Type C) Student Visa?

A type C Slovenia student visa is required to participate in certificate, language and similar training programs lasting 90 days or less in Slovenia.

Slovenia Type C visa is the visa category that defines all visas to be obtained for a stay of up to 90 days in Slovenia. Language education programs of less than 12 weeks and Slovenia language course visas require a Type C Schengen visa.

What are the rights offered by a Slovenia Short-Term Student Visa?

The activities that can and cannot be done in Slovenia with a Slovenia type C student visa are listed below.

It is possible to attend training centres such as private courses and language courses operating in Slovenia.
Services cannot be received from institutions funded by the Republic of Slovenia for the benefit of its citizens (such as state hospitals).
In Slovenia, it is not possible to work in any job, whether paid or unpaid.
If a multiple-entry Slovenia C type student visa is obtained, Schengen area countries can be visited for 90 days.

What is a Slovenia Long-Term (Type D) Student Visa?

In order to attend university education, language training, etc. in Slovenia for more than 90 days, a type D Slovenia student visa is required. The type D Slovenia visa is a visa category that defines all visas to be obtained for the purpose of staying in Slovenia for more than 90 days.

Slovenia Erasmus student visa is in the Type D student visa category.

What is a Work Permit with a Slovenia Student Visa?

Slovenia D type student visa holders are allowed to work in Slovenia in a part-time job for up to 20 hours per week during their stay in Slovenia.

In order to obtain a Slovenia student visa work and residence permit, it is sufficient to apply for a Slovenia work permit if the condition of having an employment contract in an institution operating in Slovenia is met. In order to obtain a work permit with a Slovenia student visa, it is necessary to apply to the Slovenia Employment Service with a Slovenia student visa.

What are the rights offered by a Slovenia Long-Term Student Visa?

Things that can and cannot be done in Slovenia with a Slovenia type D student visa are listed below.

It is possible to participate in long-term education centers such as universities and language courses operating in Slovenia.
Services cannot be received from institutions (hospitals, etc.) that the Republic of Slovenia funds for the benefit of its citizens.
In Slovenia, it is possible to work part-time for a maximum of 20 hours per week.
If a multiple-entry Slovenia D type student visa is obtained, Schengen area countries can be visited for 90 days.

What are the Required Documents for a Slovenia Student Visa?

Below are the required documents for a Slovenia student visa.

Acceptance letter: A document of acceptance or enrollment from an educational institution or university operating in Slovenia.
Slovenia student visa application form.
A valid passport: It must have been issued within the last 10 years, be valid for 3 months after the end date of your trip to Slovenia and have at least 2 blank pages.
1 biometric photograph: A passport-sized photograph measuring 45 mm x 35 mm, meeting biometric requirements, with a white background and taken within the last 6 months.
If you have a previous Schengen visa, a photocopy of it.
Slovenia travel health insurance valid for the entire trip to Slovenia and capable of covering health care expenses up to a minimum of €30,000.
Document proving that you have enough financial means to meet your needs during your stay in Slovenia (personal bank statement covering the last six months).
Document showing that there will be no problems in meeting accommodation needs during your stay in Slovenia (hotel reservation, dormitory registration, etc.)
Archived criminal record must be included among the Slovenia student visa application documents.
Certificates or transcripts from educational institutions where students studied in the past.

The documents required for the Slovenia student visa must be completed with a notarized translation into Slovenian.

How Much Are Slovenia Student Visa Application Fees?

Slovenia student visa application fees,

The visa fee for a Slovenia type C student visa is set at €80.
The visa fee for a Slovenia type D student visa is set at €100.

Persons who are exempt from the Slovenia student visa application fee are listed below.

Students, new graduates and accompanying teachers who will go to Slovenia for research or education purposes,
Scientific researchers who meet the necessary conditions determined by the Republic of Slovenia,
Representatives of non-profit organizations that have been active for at least 25 years will attend conferences, seminars and similar events.
Diplomatic passport and service passport holders,
Persons with a family member who is a citizen of the European Union or Switzerland.

How to Apply for a Slovenia Student Visa?

Slovenia type C student visa application is made by following the steps listed below.

A registration and acceptance certificate is obtained from the university or educational institution where education will be received in Slovenia.
An institution or dormitory to stay in Slovenia is found or a house to stay in Slovenia; the host is contacted.
For the Slovenia C type student visa application, the documents required by the Republic of Slovenia are completed by being translated into Slovenian.
In Türkiye, appointments can be made through the website or call centers at the Slovenia Visa Application Centers located in Istanbul, Ankara, Bursa, Edirne, Izmir and Gaziantep.
Considering the appointment date, go to the Slovenia visa application center and submit the required documents for the Slovenia type C student visa.
Slovenia type C student visa application fee and agency service fee are deposited into the bank accounts submitted by the Slovenia visa application center.

Slovenia type D student visa application is made by following the steps listed below.

A registration and acceptance certificate issued by the university or educational institution where you plan to study in Slovenia is obtained.
A place is arranged to meet the accommodation needs during the period of education in Slovenia.
For the Slovenia D type student visa application, the documents required by the Republic of Slovenia are prepared and translated into Slovenian.
You can go to the Slovenian Embassy in Ankara, Türkiye, during working hours without the need for an appointment and submit the Slovenia D type student visa application form along with the necessary documents.
Slovenia type D student visa application fee is deposited into the relevant bank accounts.

How Many Days Does It Take to Get a Slovenia Student Visa?

Slovenia student visa applications are finalized within 20 working days.

Slovenia type C student visa application can be followed up through the online system, and Slovenia type D student visa application can be followed up by contacting the Slovenian Embassy.

What are the Reasons for Slovenia Student Visa Application Rejection?

Reasons for Slovenia student visa application rejection can be seen in the list below.

Incomplete or incomplete document submission,
Using documents containing false or directly distorted information among the Slovenia student visa application documents,
The passport validity period is not sufficient to cover the period of stay in Slovenia,
Slovenia student visa application fees are deposited into the wrong account or not deposited,
Failure to provide evidence of acceptance or registration to the institution where the student will study in Slovenia,
Financial inadequacy or failure to prove financial adequacy,
Wrong Slovenia visa type selection,
Having violated the rules in previous visa holders,
Having a criminal record

The application can be made again, taking into account the reasons for Slovenia education visa rejection listed above.

Can Those Who Reject Their Slovenia Student Visa Applications Appeal?

There is an appeal option available for those who have been denied a Slovenia student visa application. Those who have been denied a Slovenia student visa application can appeal within 8 days after receiving their rejection notice by submitting an appeal petition written in Slovenian to the Slovenian Embassy and paying an appeal fee of €153.

Vizemnet can help you with its expert staff and experience in rejected visa applications. Between 2017 and 2020, an average of 92.6% of visa application rejection objections made by Vizemnet consultancy were resolved positively.

Can I Go to Other European Countries with a Slovenia Student Visa?

Travelling to other European Union countries with a Slovenia student visa is possible for both multi-attribute C type and D type Slovenia student visas.

With a Slovenia student visa, you can travel to any European Union country except Slovenia for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period.

Which Countries Can I Visit With a Slovenia Student Visa?

With a Slovenia student visa, you can stay in the countries listed below for a maximum of 90 days.

Germany
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Holland
Spain
Swedish
Switzerland
Italy
Iceland
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuanian
Luxembourg
Hungary
Malta
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Greece

What Other Slovenia Visa Types Are Similar to the Slovenia Student Visa?

Other Slovenia visa types similar to the Slovenia student visa are listed below.

Slovenia tourist visa : Slovenia tourist visa is a type C Slovenia visa and is the type of visa that people who will visit Slovenia for touristic purposes must obtain. Slovenia tourist visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 6-month period.
Slovenia event visa : The Slovenia event visa is a type C Slovenia visa and is the type of Slovenia visa that must be obtained by people who intend to participate in scientific research, cultural and sports activities to be held in Slovenia. The Slovenia tourism visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period.
Slovenia business visa : Slovenia business visa is a type C Slovenia visa. Slovenia business visa is the type of visa that people who will visit the Republic of Slovenia for business purposes must apply for. Slovenia business visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 6-month period.
Slovenia family or friend visit visa : The Slovenia family or friend visit visa is a type C Slovenia visa and is the type of visa required for people who want to visit their family member or friend in Slovenia. The Slovenia family or friend visit visa is valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 6-month period.

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