Single Permit for Work (Enotno dovoljenje)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Up to 30 days from complete application; employer must file labor market test beforehand
- Fee
- EUR 77 (Visa D) + EUR 100 (residence permit)
- Validity
- Up to 1 year, renewable; tied to specific employer for the first year
- Entry
- Multiple entry
The Single Permit (Enotno dovoljenje za prebivanje in delo) is Slovenia's combined work and residence permit for third-country nationals. It is the primary route for employment-based immigration to Slovenia. The employer initiates the process by applying to the Employment Service of Slovenia (ZRSZ) for a labor market test, confirming the position cannot be filled by a Slovenian/EU citizen. The Single Permit is valid for 1 year and is initially tied to the specific employer. After 1 year, the holder may change employers freely. After 5 years of continuous legal residence, the holder may apply for permanent residence. Minimum salary must meet Slovenian minimum wage requirements (EUR 1,253.90 gross/month as of 2025, adjusted annually). Certain occupations on the shortage list may have expedited processing.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Third-country nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss) with a binding job offer from a Slovenian employer.
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Financial
Salary must meet at least the Slovenian minimum wage (EUR 1,253.90 gross/month as of 2025).
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Employment
Must have a binding job offer or employment contract from a Slovenian employer. The employer must demonstrate through a labor market test (filed with ZRSZ) that the position cannot be filled from the domestic/EU labor market, unless the occupation is on the shortage list or exempt.
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Health
Must have adequate health insurance coverage.
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Criminal record
Must have no criminal record. Criminal background check required.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm colour photographs
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Travel insurance
Minimum coverage: 30000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Proof of accommodation in Slovenia (rental contract, employer-provided housing, or declaration of housing).; Must cover full stay: No
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, bank transfer; Amount: EUR 77 + EUR 100
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather passport, photos, job offer/contract, CV, qualifications, police clearance, health insurance, and accommodation proof.
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Online application
Employer files Single Permit application at the local Administrative Unit (Upravna enota) in Slovenia. The employer also files the labor market test with ZRSZ if required.
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Processing wait
ZRSZ conducts labor market check. Administrative Unit processes the application. Total processing up to 30 days from complete application.
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Appointment booking
Once the Single Permit is approved, book an appointment at the Slovenian embassy or consulate for Visa D.
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Fee payment
Pay Visa D fee (EUR 77) and residence permit fee (approximately EUR 100).
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Document submission
Submit Visa D application at the Slovenian embassy with the Single Permit approval notice.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data at the embassy or consulate.
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Visa collection
Receive Visa D, travel to Slovenia. Collect the Single Permit card at the local Administrative Unit. Register with police within 3 days of arrival. Employer registers worker in social insurance.