Slovenia Tourist Visa For Indian Passport Holder

Slovenia, with its stunning Alps, beautiful lakes, and vibrant culture, is a gem for tourists. For Indian citizens planning to visit Slovenia for tourism, understanding the visa application process is crucial. This guide provides detailed information on obtaining a Slovenian tourist visa from India.

• Yes, Indian citizens require a visa to enter Slovenia.
  
  

• Reason: Slovenia is part of the Schengen Area, and Indian citizens are subject to visa requirements for entry.

• Short-Stay Visa (Schengen Visa, Type C): For tourism, visiting family/friends, or business stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
  
  

Note: For stays exceeding 90 days or for other purposes (work, study, etc.), different visa types apply.

Documents Needed:

• Valid Passport:

• • Valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay.

• • Issued within the last 10 years.

• • At least two blank pages.
    
    

• Completed and Signed Application Form:

• • Download from the official Slovenian Embassy/Consulate website or VFS Global (if applicable).
    
    

• Recent Photos:

• • Two passport-sized, identical photos with a white background.
    
    

• Travel Document (Flight Itinerary):

• • Confirmed return ticket or onward travel reservation.
    
    

• Travel Insurance:

• • Covers at least €30,000 in medical expenses.

• • Valid for the Schengen Area and the duration of stay.
    
    

• Proof of Financial Means:

• • Bank statement showing sufficient funds (approximately €70 per day).

• • Proof of income or employment.
    
    

• Accommodation:

• • Hotel booking or confirmation.

• • Invitation letter, host’s ID, and proof of residence (if staying with friends/family).
    
    

• Proof of Purpose of Visit:

• • Detailed travel itinerary.

• • Additional documents supporting the visit purpose (e.g., tour bookings).
    
    

Additional Requirements (If Applicable):

• For Minors:

• • Birth certificate.

• • Consent letter from both parents (if traveling alone or with one parent).

• • Copy of parents’ passports.
    
    

• For Non-Indian Residents in India:

• • Valid Indian residence permit.

Before You Apply:

1. Check the Latest Information:

• Why: Visa requirements, application processes, and fees can change. Ensuring you have the latest information is crucial.

• VFS Global (if applicable):

• • Check if Slovenia has outsourced visa applications to VFS in India: https://www.vfsglobal.com/

• Social Media and Newsletters:

• • Sometimes, embassies/consulates/VFS share updates on their social media channels or newsletters.

2. Gather All Documents:

• Why: To avoid delays in your application process.

• How:

• • Review the Required Documents List:

• • Refer to the official website(s) for the most current list.

• Prepare Each Document:

• • Ensure all documents are complete, up-to-date, and meet the specified requirements.

• Make Copies:

• • Have at least one set of photocopies of all your documents, as required.
    
    

Submission Methods:

A. In Person:

• Eligibility: All applicants, but the submission point depends on your residence.

• How:

• • Choose the Correct Submission Point:

• • • Residents of: Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry.

• • Submit at: Slovenian Embassy in New Delhi

• • Residents of: Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

• • Submit at: Consulate General of the Republic of Slovenia in Mumbai

• Visit the Embassy/Consulate:

• • At the scheduled time (if an appointment is required).
    
    

• • With all required documents and a copy of each.

• Potential Interview:

• • Some applicants may be invited for an interview.

• • Ensure you can answer questions about your trip, financial means, and intentions to return.
    
    

B. Through a Representative:

• Eligibility: Applicants who cannot submit in person, with prior authorization.

• How:

• • Authorize a Representative:

• • • Through a notarized power of attorney.

• Ensure the Representative:

• • Has all the required documents.

• • Can answer basic questions about your application, if asked.
    
    

C. Through VFS Global (if applicable):

• Eligibility: If Slovenia has outsourced visa applications to VFS in India.

• How:

• • Check Eligibility:

• • • Visit the VFS website to confirm Slovenia’s participation.

• Submit Through VFS:

• • Locate a VFS Application Centre: Near you, through the VFS website.

• Submit with Required Documents: At the VFS centre, ensuring all documents are in order.
  

After Submission:

1. Pay the Visa Fee (if not already paid):

• Methods:

• • Cash (at the Embassy/Consulate or VFS, if applicable).

• • Credit/Debit Card (check accepted cards with the submission point).
    
    

• Amount:

• • Schengen Visa Fee (as of my last update): Approximately €60 for adults, €35 for children from 6 to below 12 years, and free for children under 6 years.

• • Service Fee (if applying through VFS Global): Additional, check with VFS for the exact amount.

2. Wait for the Decision:

• Processing Time:

• • Typically: 15 calendar days.

• • Can Take Up to: 60 days in some cases.
    
    

• Tracking Your Application:

• • Through VFS (if applicable): Using the reference number provided.

• • Contacting the Embassy/Consulate: With your application reference number, for a status update.

• Schengen Visa Fee (as of my last update):

• • Approximately €60 for adults.

• • €35 for children from 6 to below 12 years.

• • Free for children under 6 years.
    
    

• Service Fee (if applying through VFS Global):

• • Additional, check with VFS for the exact amount.
    
    

• Payment Methods:

• • Cash (at the Embassy/Consulate or VFS, if applicable).

• • Credit/Debit Card (check with the submission point for accepted cards).

• Standard Processing Time: 15 calendar days.

• Extended Processing Time: Up to 60 days in some cases.

• Checking the Status:

• • Through the VFS website (if applicable).

• • Contacting the Embassy/Consulate directly (with your application reference number).

• Approved Visa:

• • Collect your passport with the visa from the submission point.
    
    

• Rejected Visa:

• • Reasons for rejection will be communicated.

• • See Section 9 for next steps.

• Understand the Reason for Rejection:

• • Check the rejection letter for specific reasons.
    
    

• Appeal the Decision (if applicable):

• • Within the timeframe specified (usually a few weeks).

• • Through the Slovenian Embassy/Consulate.
    
    

• Reapply:

• • After addressing the issues that led to the rejection.

• • With a new application and required documents.

Schengen Visa Rules:

• Stay Duration: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

• Area of Validity: All Schengen countries.
  

Traveling Within the Schengen Area:

• No Border Controls: Generally, for Schengen countries.
• Carry Travel Documents: Always have your passport, visa (if applicable), and travel insurance documents.