There is an accelerated procedure for persons with Slovenian roots to obtain Slovenian citizenship. This program exempts from investment, residency and Slovenian language requirements.
A Slovenian passport opens access to free movement, residence and employment in all European Union countries – without visas, restrictions and unnecessary bureaucracy. It is the key to a full-fledged life in the common European space.
Slovenian citizenship entitles you to visa-free entry, residence, employment and study in all European Union countries.
Slovenian citizens can travel visa-free to 160+ countries, including all Schengen states, as well as the United States, Canada, Singapore, Japan, and Australia.
You get the opportunity to enjoy quality medical services, social benefits and pensions in EU countries.
Citizenship gives you access to higher education in Europe under the same conditions as locals, including free or reduced tuition.
Slovenian citizenship is hereditary, allowing children and grandchildren to enjoy all its benefits.
Slovenia has a program where many applicants can obtain citizenship without residency, investment, language skills, or other complicated conditions.
The simplified program makes it possible to obtain Slovenian citizenship faster and easier, but certain conditions must be met in order to participate. These conditions help to ensure that the candidate is trustworthy and ready to obtain citizenship.
Adult candidates are eligible to apply for citizenship. There is a special procedure for minors — they can apply together with their parents or at their parents’ initiative.
The applicant must demonstrate respect for the state, its laws, and interests, as well as the absence of any actions directed against public or national security.
The applicant must demonstrate a commitment to Slovenian culture abroad – through participation in diaspora activities, cultural centers, folklore events or other initiatives reflecting the national identity.
One of the key criteria is the absence of a criminal record. You will need to provide official documents confirming the purity of your biography in your country of residence and citizenship.
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Formalization of citizenship under the simplified procedure requires care, legal precision and individual approach. We accompany our clients all the way from the first request to obtaining a Slovenian passport.
We explain in detail the repatriation mechanism and the key conditions for participation in the simplified program. We analyze the submitted documents proving Slovenian origin. Specialists assess the prospects for citizenship on the basis of specific data and, in the absence of necessary documents, perform a professional search for archival and official records both in Slovenia and abroad.
To apply for citizenship, it is necessary to collect and prepare a dossier in strict accordance with the requirements of the Slovenian Ministry of Interior (Ministrstvo za notranje zadeve). The package includes a standard citizenship application form (to be filled out under the supervision of our specialists), identity card, CV, criminal record certificate, documents of Slovenian origin, proof of participation in the cultural life of the Slovenian diaspora. All foreign documents must be translated into Slovenian and notarized. We take care of the verification and finalization of the dossier. This minimizes the risk of rejection or delay at the review stage.
The completed package is submitted by our lawyer to the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Slovenia. The application is registered, officially verified and then the state duty is paid. The processing time depends on the workload of the office and the completeness of the submitted data. After approval, the applicant is invited to Slovenia for the official citizenship ceremony. As part of the procedure, the applicant signs the citizenship acceptance document and swears an oath. At the end of the procedure, a certificate of citizenship is presented.
After taking the oath, you become a full-fledged citizen of Slovenia and can obtain a personal ID card at the administrative office in the place of registration. You are required to submit your citizenship certificate, photograph and fingerprints. A passport is issued through the Ministry of Interior, consulate or embassy. If necessary, a tax number (Davčna številka) is also issued – it will be needed for employment, opening a business or obtaining banking services.
At the first meeting the lawyer analyzes your documents, discusses your goals and selects the best option for EU citizenship.
The specialist independently collects the necessary certificates, organizes their translation and notarization in accordance with legal requirements.
The lawyer by power of attorney submits your documents to the state authorities of the EU country, ensuring the correct execution of the dossier.
We control the review process, notify you of a positive decision and accompany you during the final citizenship procedure.
Once you become a citizen, you will be issued a national ID card, passport and other European documents.
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The descendants of ethnic Slovenes – usually up to the 4th generation – can apply for citizenship by repatriation. It is important to confirm this with documentation – records from archives, birth certificates, metrics.
No, knowledge of the Slovenian language is not required for citizenship by descent. This is one of the main differences from naturalization, where knowledge of the language is mandatory.
As a rule, it is not necessary to renounce your current citizenship, but the specific decision depends on the legislation of your country.
Usually, the procedure takes from 4 to 12 months. The time depends on the quality of the collected documents and the workload of the Slovenian authorities.
Yes, minor children can be included in the application of one of the parents if they have the relevant documents. It is also possible to apply for citizenship for adult children under a separate procedure.
If you do not have the necessary evidence, specialists will conduct an archive search in Slovenia and other countries. We often help clients to recover lost data through church books, state registers and migration records.
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