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EU and EEA citizens moving to Slovenia must register temporary residence, register for a Tax Number (Davcna stevilka), and register for health insurance. Slovenia requires EU citizens staying more than three months to register at the local Administrative Unit (Upravna enota). This guide covers all key procedures with required documents, deadlines, fees, processing times, and Administrative Unit locations across Slovenia.

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Slovenia

Capital: Ljubljana

Last verified: 2026-02-20

Fees, fines, and deadlines are approximate and may change. Always verify with official sources.

Key Registrations & Procedures

Temporary Residence Registration (Prijava zacasnega prebivanja)

Administrative Unit (Upravna Enota)

Deadline: Register within 3 days of arrival
Processing Time: Same day. Certificate issued immediately.
💰Fees: Free
📅Appointment: Walk-in at Administrative Units. Some allow online booking.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or EU/EEA national ID card
  • Proof of accommodation — rental contract or written consent from property owner
  • Completed registration form (available at the office or online at e-uprava.gov.si)
Where to Do It:

Administrative Unit (Upravna Enota) in the municipality where you reside. Ljubljana: Upravna Enota Ljubljana, Tobacna ulica 5. Maribor: Ulica Heroja Staneta 1.

If You Don't Do It:

Fines of approximately €200–€600 for late registration.

Regional Variations: Same rules nationwide. 58 Administrative Units across Slovenia.
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Registration Certificate (EU)

Administrative Unit

Deadline: Within 3 months of arrival for stays over 3 months
Processing Time: 15–30 days processing
💰Fees: €3.60 for administrative fee
📅Appointment: Walk-in or online booking at Administrative Unit.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or EU/EEA national ID card
  • Proof of temporary residence registration
  • Proof of employment (work contract) OR proof of self-employment (s.p. registration) OR proof of sufficient funds (~€462/month) and health insurance
  • Passport-sized photo
  • Completed application form
Where to Do It:

Same Administrative Unit where you registered temporary residence.

If You Don't Do It:

Fines may apply for late application. May not be able to access Slovenian healthcare (ZZZS) or tax system without registration.

Regional Variations: Same process at all 58 Administrative Units.
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Tax Number (Davcna stevilka)

Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS)

Deadline: Must obtain before starting employment or self-employment
Processing Time: 5–10 working days
💰Fees: Free
📅Appointment: No appointment needed. Walk-in at FURS offices.
Required Documents:
  • Valid passport or ID card
  • Proof of address in Slovenia
  • Registration certificate or temporary residence registration
  • Completed tax registration form (available at fu.gov.si)
Where to Do It:

FURS offices — main office in Ljubljana: Smartinska cesta 55. Regional offices in Maribor, Celje, Koper, Kranj, Novo Mesto, and other cities.

If You Don't Do It:

May not be able to be employed or self-employed without a tax number. Employer faces penalties for unregistered workers.

Regional Variations: Same system nationwide. FURS has regional offices in all major cities.
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