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Slovenia Exceptional Naturalisation

Slovenian citizenship in the national interest, including for major investors.

Basis
Exceptional merit
Visa waiver destinations
183
Processing
Case by case
Visit / stay
Residence normally expected; the 1-year rule can be waived

Buy online · 2026

Slovenia Citizenship by Exceptional Naturalisation

Discretionary route to Slovenia citizenship for people whose achievements in business, science, culture or sport serve the national interest. We assess your profile confidentially and build the case with licensed local counsel.

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Build the caseEndorsements & evidence
  4. PassportCase by case

Who qualifies · Frequently asked questions

Overview

Slovenia's Citizenship Act allows extraordinary naturalisation where it is in the national interest on academic, scientific, economic, cultural, national or similar grounds. Examples include large investors who create jobs, internationally recognised scientists and athletes.

The relevant ministry gives an opinion on the application, and the usual residence requirement can be reduced or waived. Retaining a foreign citizenship is subject to approval.

Key benefits

  1. EU and eurozone citizenship for investing.
  2. Residence requirement can be waived
  3. Recognises economic contribution, including large investments
  4. Visa waiver access to 183 destinations
  5. Case-by-case decision in the national interest

Who qualifies

Economic contribution

Large investments that create jobs, supported by the relevant ministry.

Science & research

Internationally recognised researchers and academics.

Culture & arts

Artists and performers of international standing.

Sport

Elite athletes, often to represent the national team.

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse and children – assessed case by case
Visit or residence
Residence normally expected; the 1-year rule can be waived
Processing time
Case by case
  • Scientific, economic, cultural or national grounds
  • Relevant ministry gives an opinion
  • Dual citizenship subject to approval

Slovenia passport: travel access

183destinations without a visa in advance

Visa waiver, visa on arrival or electronic travel authorisation (eTA), per the Henley Passport Index. eVisas are not counted.

  • Schengen Area – no visa in advance
  • United Kingdom – no visa in advance
  • Ireland – no visa in advance
  • Canada – no visa in advance
  • United States – no visa in advance
  • Singapore – no visa in advance
  • Japan – no visa in advance
  • South Korea – no visa in advance
  • Brazil – no visa in advance
  • Russia – visa required
  • China – no visa in advance
  • United Arab Emirates – no visa in advance
  • Switzerland – no visa in advance
  • Australia – no visa in advance
  • New Zealand – no visa in advance
Show visa waiver countries

Albania · Andorra · Angola · Antigua and Barbuda · Argentina · Armenia · Australia · Austria · Bahamas · Bahrain · Bangladesh · Barbados · Belarus · Belgium · Belize · Bolivia · Bosnia and Herzegovina · Botswana · Brazil · Brunei · Bulgaria · Burundi · Cambodia · Canada · Cape Verde · Chile · China · Colombia · Comoros · Costa Rica · Croatia · Cyprus · Czech Republic · Denmark · Dominica · Dominican Republic · Ecuador · Egypt · El Salvador · Estonia · Eswatini · Fiji · Finland · France · Gambia · Georgia · Germany · Greece · Grenada · Guatemala · Guinea-Bissau · Haiti · Honduras · Hungary · Iceland · Indonesia · Ireland · Israel · Italy · Jamaica · Japan · Jordan · Kazakhstan · Kenya · Kiribati · South Korea · Kuwait · Kyrgyzstan · Laos · Latvia · Lebanon · Liechtenstein · Lithuania · Luxembourg · Madagascar · Malawi · Malaysia · Maldives · Malta · Marshall Islands · Mauritius · Mexico · Micronesia · Moldova · Monaco · Mongolia · Montenegro · Morocco · Mozambique · Namibia · Nepal · Netherlands · New Zealand · Nicaragua · North Macedonia · Norway · Oman · Palau · Panama · Papua New Guinea · Paraguay · Peru · Philippines · Poland · Portugal · Qatar · Romania · Rwanda · Saint Kitts and Nevis · Saint Lucia · Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · Samoa · San Marino · São Tomé and Príncipe · Saudi Arabia · Senegal · Serbia · Seychelles · Sierra Leone · Singapore · Slovakia · Solomon Islands · South Africa · Spain · Sri Lanka · Suriname · Sweden · Switzerland · Tajikistan · Tanzania · Thailand · Timor-Leste · Tonga · Trinidad and Tobago · Tunisia · Turkey · Tuvalu · Uganda · Ukraine · United Arab Emirates · United Kingdom · United States · Uruguay · Uzbekistan · Vanuatu · Vatican City · Venezuela · Vietnam · Zambia · Zimbabwe

Count: Henley Passport Index, updated 12 Oct 2026 (227 destinations incl. territories). Country list: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Slovenian citizens (sovereign countries only). Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

Slovenia Exceptional Naturalisation: FAQ

Is there a fixed price for the Slovenia Exceptional Naturalisation?

No. Citizenship by merit is granted at the government’s discretion, case by case, and there is no published price or investment threshold. Your advisor assesses your profile and achievements before any application is prepared.

How long does the Slovenia Exceptional Naturalisation take?

There is no fixed official timeline – processing is case by case. Your advisor gives you a realistic timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse and children – assessed case by case. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in Slovenia?

Residence normally expected; the 1-year rule can be waived. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

How many countries can I visit with a visa waiver on a Slovenia passport?

A Slovenia passport gives visa waiver, visa-on-arrival or eTA access to 183 destinations. See the travel access section above for the full list and key destinations.

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: GOV.SI – Citizenship.

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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