Green Heart of Europe

Study in Slovenia.

Lowest Living Cost (€420/mo).
High Tech Niche. Schengen Zone.
50% PR Credit for Students.

Quick Facts

Safe

CapitalLjubljana

Population2.1 Million

Indian Diaspora~2,000

CurrencyEuro (€)

IntakeOctober (Main)

SchengenYes

Intake: October 2026

Cities & Economy

High Tech in the Alps.

Ljubljana

300k

Capital. Dragon Bridge. Car-free center.

Maribor

100k

Wine-making hub. Oldest vine in the world.

Celje

38k

Ancient city with massive medieval castle.

Kranj

37k

Industrial heart near the Alps.

Koper

25k

Primary port city on Adriatic coast.

Novo Mesto

24k

Hub of Dolenjska. Pharma & Auto.

Velenje

25k

Mining history & modern design.

Key Industries

Pharma

Krka, Lek (Sandoz/Novartis)

Most profitable export sector.

Automotive

Revoz (Renault), Adria Mobil, Akrapovič

Exhaust systems & Assembly.

Electronics

Pipistrel (Aircraft), Fotona, Iskra

High-tech lasers & electric aviation.

Household

Gorenje (Hisense)

Global appliance leader.

Sports

Elan (Skis), Alpina

World-famous ski equipment.

Logistics

Port of Koper, Mercator

Key Adriatic trade route.

Universities

Public & Private Institutions.

University of Ljubljana (Oldest/Largest)

University of Maribor (Technical)

University of Primorska (Koper)

Entry Requirements

Academic & English Criteria.

Academic & Age

Undergraduate

Score 55% - 60% (12th)

Age 18-25 Years

Gap 2-3 Years (Justified)

Ljubljana Uni prefers 65%+

Postgraduate

Score 55% - 60% (Bachelor's)

Age 21-35 Years

Gap Accepted with Work Exp

Backlogs flexible

English Proficiency

MOI Alert

Visa Risk: MOI is generally NOT accepted for Visa Type D. Embassy insists on IELTS/TOEFL. Some private colleges may admit, but visa is risky.

Test	UG Score	PG Score
IELTS	6.0 (Min 5.5)	6.5 (Min 6.0)
TOEFL iBT	72 - 80	85 - 95
PTE	59	64
Duolingo	105 - 115	120 - 125
MOI	No (Generally)	Risk for Visa

Funds & Budget

Cost of Living in 2026.

Monthly Living (Shared)

Rent (Shared)€180 – €250

Food & Groceries€120 – €180

Student Meals (Boni)€30 – €50

Utilities & Net€40 – €60

Transport€20 – €25

Total / Month€420 – €615

Total Per Head

€420 - €615

Includes Boni Meal Subsidy

Visa Funds

Bank Balance

€484.88 / monthMin for residence permit (2026). Very low.

Recommendation

₹7 - 8 LakhsSafe amount to show

Visa Fee

€77~₹7,000 - 8,000

Acceptable Proofs:

Bank Statements (6 Months)
Scholarship Letter
Notarized Parental Support Affidavit

Student Work

Min Wage (Net)€6.32 / hr

Monthly (20hrs)~€505 (Covers Living!)

*After 13.95% Pension Deduction

Visa Roadmap

From eVŠ to Residence.

eVŠ Application

Apply online Feb-March.

Recognition

Degree verified by University simultaneously.

Apostille

MEA Apostille on 10th/12th/Degree (Physical).

Acceptance

Receive official Letter of Acceptance.

Visa D Filing

Apply at Embassy/VFS (New Delhi).

Interview

Check intent & finances.

Travel

TAT 15-45 Days. Register police within 3 days.

Residence Card

Visit Upravna Enota for permit (€50-70).

Insurance €30k Coverage

MEA Apostille Required

Path to PR (5 Years)

50%

2 Years Master's

= 1 Year Counted

100%

4 Years Work

Counts Fully

5 Years Total

Eligible for PR

Spouse Rules

Wait: 1 Year residence required before applying.
Exception: PhD/Researchers can bring spouse immediately.
Rights: Spouse gets Full Work Rights.

Stay Back

9 Months Job Seeker Visa.
Find a job to switch to Single Permit (Work Visa).

FAQs

Common questions about Slovenia.

Slovenia has a unique 'Študentsko delo' system. You work via student agencies (e-Študentski Servis). There is no strict 20-hour cap in law, but studies must be priority. Pension (13.95%) is deducted, but no income tax for young students.

Boni is a student meal subsidy system. You get coupons to eat at restaurants for a very low price (approx €3-4 per meal). This significantly reduces your food expenses.

Yes, but at **50%**. You need 5 years of residence for PR. A 2-year Master's counts as 1 year towards PR. You need to work for 4 more years (or less if you studied longer) to reach the 5-year total.

Not immediately. You must reside in Slovenia for **1 Year** before applying for Family Reunification. **EXCEPTION:** PhD students and Researchers can bring their spouse immediately.

YES. Once the Family Reunification permit is granted, the spouse has **free access** to the labor market (no separate work permit needed).

After graduation, you get a **9-Month** Job Seeker Visa to find employment or start a business. Once employed, you switch to a Single Permit.

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