Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Medical Treatment
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days standard, up to 45 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 80 (adults)
- Validity
- 90 days within any 180-day period
- Entry
- Single entry
Schengen Type C visa for medical treatment in Slovenia for stays up to 90 days. For treatments requiring longer stays, a national Visa D must be applied for. Slovenia has well-regarded medical facilities, particularly the University Medical Centre Ljubljana (UKC Ljubljana) and other healthcare institutions.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806.
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Purpose of visit
Must be seeking specific medical treatment available in Slovenia. Must provide documentation from both home country doctor and Slovenian medical institution.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover medical treatment costs, accommodation, and living expenses.
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Health
Must provide medical documentation supporting the need for treatment in Slovenia.
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: Hospital admission confirmation or hotel booking near the medical facility for outpatient treatments.; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: No
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
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 card; Amount: EUR 80
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather medical reports, hospital appointment confirmation, passport, photos, insurance, and financial documents.
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form indicating medical treatment as purpose.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Slovenian embassy, consulate, or VFS Global center.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 80.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person during your appointment.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data unless previously recorded within 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with the visa sticker.