How Indian passport holders get a visa for Slovenia: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Schengen Type C — sticker via VFS Global
- Government fee: €90 adults / €45 children 6–12 / free under 6. VFS service charge ₹2,711 (incl. GST). Total ~₹10,700 per adult.
- Processing time: 15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in individual cases. Apply 4–6 weeks before travel.
- Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the 29-country Schengen Area.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 42/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
- Completed Schengen visa application form (signed)
- Two recent passport photographs (35×45mm, white background)
- Confirmed return flight reservation
- Hotel bookings / accommodation proof
- Detailed travel itinerary
- Travel insurance covering €30,000 medical
- Bank statements showing at least €70/day for adults (€35/day for minors)
- Income tax returns (last 2–3 years)
- Employer NOC or business registration
- Cover letter
How & where to apply
Apply through VFS Global Slovenia centres (New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Cochin, Goa, Jalandhar) or at the Embassy of Slovenia in New Delhi. Must show proof of ≥€70/day for adults (€35/day for minors). VFS Global — Slovenia visa India (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit at Ljubljana (LJU) does not require a Schengen visa for connections to non-Schengen destinations.
Good to know
Slovenia's daily-funds rule (€70) is on the lower end of Schengen states. Standard process otherwise. Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://www.vfsglobal.com/slovenia/india/pdf/checklist-for-short-stay-visa.pdf
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Slovenia?
Schengen Type C — sticker via VFS Global. Slovenia's daily-funds rule (€70) is on the lower end of Schengen states. Standard process otherwise. Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Slovenia visa?
Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages; Completed Schengen visa application form (signed); Two recent passport photographs (35×45mm, white background); Confirmed return flight reservation; Hotel bookings / accommodation proof; Detailed travel itinerary; Travel insurance covering €30,000 medical; Bank statements showing at least €70/day for adults (€35/day for minors); Income tax returns (last 2–3 years); Employer NOC or business registration; Cover letter
How long does a Slovenia visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: 15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in individual cases. Apply 4–6 weeks before travel.. Government fee: €90 adults / €45 children 6–12 / free under 6. VFS service charge ₹2,711 (incl. GST). Total ~₹10,700 per adult.. Maximum stay: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the 29-country Schengen Area..
How do Indians apply for a Slovenia visa?
Apply through VFS Global Slovenia centres (New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Cochin, Goa, Jalandhar) or at the Embassy of Slovenia in New Delhi. Must show proof of ≥€70/day for adults (€35/day for minors). Official source: https://www.vfsglobal.com/slovenia/india/pdf/checklist-for-short-stay-visa.pdf