How to feel almost like you belong in a foreign country

The Republic of Slovenia is a small state in Central Europe, bordering Austria, Italy, Croatia and Hungary. Its territory is 20.2 thousand km2. Gaining independence in 1991, Slovenia was the first of the former Yugoslav republics to become a member of the EU and NATO. The country has signed the Schengen Agreement, which allows not only its citizens, but also residence permit holders to move freely around Europe. Often life in Slovenia for Russians and other immigrants becomes an intermediate stage before moving to more attractive Italy or Germany.

What nationalities do people live in the country?

The population of the state is just over 2 million citizens. About 85% are ethnic Slovenes; due to the aging of the nation, their numbers are gradually decreasing. The remaining 15% are Croats, Bosnians, Serbs, Italians, Hungarians, Albanians. About 80% of the population lives in 11 cities, including the capital Ljubljana - 275 thousand people.

Number of immigrants from Russia

About 2,000 immigrants from the Russian Federation live in Slovenia. These are mainly young people under 40 years of age. Among Russian citizens in Slovenia, over half have higher education, 61% are employed, and another 5% are students. The majority of Russians live in cities in the central region; the wealthiest buy houses by the sea or on the shores of high-mountain lakes.

Attitude towards visitors

How Russians are treated in Slovenia can be judged by the reviews of tens of thousands of tourists who annually visit seaside, medical and ski resorts. Slovenians are tolerant people and know how to respect themselves and others. They don’t throw themselves at visitors, but they don’t give them a reason to feel like second-class citizens. Sometimes Slovenians judge Russians by their wealthiest representatives and consider them rich people.

Guaranteed pension

Those retiring in 2021 with a pension age set at the lowest age of 60 (or less due to lower age limits) and with 40 years of pensionable service without additional payment will be eligible at least for the payment of a guaranteed pension. The guaranteed pension was €500 when it was introduced on 1 October 2021, but the amount and timing within which pension adjustments are made have changed. After adjusting pensions by 2.5 percent from 1 January 2021, the guaranteed pension is €581.05.

Way of life and traditions in Slovenia

This is a calm and safe country. There are no political confrontations here, and the crime rate is very low. Life is measured and leisurely. Slovenians are adherents of family values ​​and prefer to spend their free time in nature with their children. Here, even quite wealthy people dress very modestly; it is not customary to show off branded items and jewelry.

Ecological situation

The most attractive aspects of Slovenia are nature and ecology. In terms of indicators such as air and water quality, the country ranks among the first in Europe. Here, in a small area, there are mountains, forests, thermal springs, and 47 km of coastline of the Adriatic Sea.

Weather

The northern and central regions of Slovenia are protected from strong winds by the Alps; the climate here is continental with cold winters and hot summers. Average temperatures range from -10°C to +27°C. On the sea coast the climate is subtropical, in the cold season up to 0°C, in summer – up to +32°C. The swimming season lasts from June to October.

Life in Slovenia from the point of view of an ordinary person

Slovenia has a very calm environment. There are no political conflicts characteristic of other countries that were part of the former Yugoslavia. Slovenia has a very decent standard of living, especially when compared with other Eastern European countries, even the prosperous Czech Republic. Although the country is small, its economy is developing rapidly. The tourism industry is especially promising. Mechanical engineering and manufacturing industries are at a high level. But there is a recession in the country, salaries are low and the high cost of living “eats up” almost all of them. The average Slovenian's net income after taxes is $19,326 per year ($1,610 per month). This is less than the average salary in the European Union. There is a very big difference between the incomes of the rich and the poor.

Slovenia is located in Eastern Europe, but in terms of living standards it approaches a Western European country

Standard of living

63% of working-age citizens of Slovenia are employed . This is also lower than in Europe as a whole, where on average 65% of the working-age population is employed. Education in the state is free for citizens and foreigners with a residence permit. The level of training itself is very good and provides excellent professional skills. 85% of Slovenians have completed secondary school, which exceeds the European figure. Girls are superior to boys in terms of knowledge. And the life expectancy of the country’s citizens coincides with the average European one - 80 years. Although Slovenians are not very satisfied with their lot in life, they rate their lives at 5.7 on a scale of ten, while the European average is 6.5.

Despite the crisis, people travel, build houses, buy housing, and bank loans with acceptable conditions. The outskirts of Ljubljana are very beautiful, decent villages with developed infrastructure, a lot of private houses are being built, there are, of course, those that have frozen construction. The crisis has affected unemployment - it has now increased, and therefore there are many people who are ready to work not for a lot of money.

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Climate

The climate in Slovenia is very favorable for health. The country has an ideal geographical location: it has access to the Adriatic Sea, but there is no too much heat in the summer . Fishing villages and medieval towns attract tourists. A large percentage of the country's territory is occupied by national parks, mountains and ski resorts. From here, from the very center of Europe, it is inexpensive and easy to travel to neighboring Austria, Croatia, and Italy.

Slovenia has mountains, sea, and historical sights

Ecology and nature

Slovenia is considered one of the most environmentally friendly countries in Europe. Its natural resources are very diverse. Although the state is small in size, it has mountainous, flat, and forest landscapes. In the north of the country there are Alpine ridges with lakes and snow-capped peaks. In the south there are forests with valuable species of coniferous trees. Among the agricultural landscapes, vineyards delight the eye, and in addition to lakes, streams and waterfalls, there are also many thermal springs. The country was even called “Slavic Switzerland” for its beautiful views.

What kind of people are these Slovenians?

At first glance, Slovenians may seem closed and uncommunicative, although in practice this is not the case. They don't laugh loudly or yell in the streets. They do not like conversations related to material wealth or family problems. However, it is customary for them to communicate on the topic of career or profession. Slovenians are people who value family comfort. They love to have “family” dinners on weekends - at home or in a restaurant. But in this country, when going to a cafe together, everyone pays their own bill, regardless of gender.

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At the same time, local residents are friendly and ready to help solve any problem. Slovenes' favorite pastime is drinking coffee on the terraces. They also organize working meetings there. Nightlife in Slovenia is not very popular, and therefore most establishments close at ten in the evening. The exception is Ljubljana with its party bars and areas where you can walk until midnight or even until the morning. But it's safe here. Children of five to seven years old go to school on buses themselves, and the things left behind, and even money, will not be stolen. Slovenians love flowers very much. They decorate streets, squares, and courtyards of private houses.

Drinking coffee on terraces is a Slovenian custom

Labor market

Special recruiting agencies are looking for job vacancies in Slovenia for Russians. Their services are the most effective, but are not cheap. You can look for a place through the employment service or special websites. A work permit is usually issued by the employer with whom the contract has been signed. Finding a job is not easy, there are few vacancies. After 20 months of legal activity, you can obtain an individual permit, which will allow you to change jobs, and in case of forced dismissal, get into the employment service database. The document is issued for a maximum of 3 months.

Professions in demand

The average salary in Slovenia is €1323.54 before taxes. There are large industrial enterprises here:

• Bosch and Gorenje – household appliances;
• Renault - automotive industry;
• Belinka – paint and varnish products.

There is a demand for designers, IT specialists and engineers. You must undergo mandatory nostrification and prove to management your high qualifications. Working as a doctor in Slovenia is possible after confirming your diploma and passing additional exams as decided by the commission. In the tourism industry, you can find a place for a Russian-speaking manager. Qualified chefs and pastry chefs required. Immigrants with certain skills may be hired to care for children or the elderly.

Salaries in the country

By industry sector and profession, salaries are:

• electricity and gas industry – 2800 €;
• financiers and insurers – 2350 €;
• IT companies – 2200 €;
• restaurants and hotels – 1100 €;
• teachers – 1900 €;
• doctors – 2300 €;
• utilities industry – 1770 €;
• forestry – 1520 €;
• production – 1480 €.

All amounts are before tax.

Minimum wage

The government regularly increases it, adjusting for inflation. The minimum salary in Slovenia in 2021 is 842.79 euros before personal income tax and 638.42 euros after taxes.

Business immigration

An applicant who has sufficient funds to move to Slovenia can legalize himself in the country by becoming a business owner. To register an LLC, you need to deposit an initial capital of at least 7,500 €. This makes it possible to obtain a visa for 6 months. At the end of this period, a work permit and residence permit are issued. After another year, family members have the right to receive a residence permit. For those who don’t want to wait, intermediary companies sell ready-made businesses in Slovenia for Russians. If the purchased LLC was registered more than a year ago, you can immediately apply for a residence permit.

Slovenia, green and safe

If you ask people who moved to Slovenia about the reasons for choosing this particular country, you will hear “ecology” and “safety” among the most common answers. And you will find here many people who are simply tired of being afraid for their children, who are 2 minutes late from school or from friends, and who are tired of endlessly getting sick and treating their children.

We do not want to call Slovenia one of the safest countries in the world unfoundedly.

Therefore, let’s simply suggest looking at the ranking of countries in accordance with the Global Peace Index for 2015 and finding Slovenia in 15th place. This small country, not easily found on the map of Europe, is very easy to find in a variety of safety ratings: for women, for traveling alone, for living. Slovenia is also one of the ten countries with the highest level of personal safety. And, moving a little to the side, we would like to say that this coefficient directly relates to such an important indicator of the well-being of the country and its inhabitants as the Social Progress Index, and according to it Slovenia is in 19th place in the world.

We, ourselves being parents, understand perfectly well that concerns about children will never completely disappear under any circumstances. But we can assure you that young people, boys and girls, will feel great here. They will not be threatened by drivers who ignore crossing rights, zebra crossings and traffic lights. Local citizens will not look at them askance after they find out that the guys are from the CIS. They will be able to safely move around cities on bicycles, and hitch rides between cities, without worrying about their lives. By receiving an education in Slovenia, they will be able to simply live and enjoy life, the opportunities that youth and the entire European Union open up for them.

And regarding ecology, we can tell you even more about Slovenia. Let's start with the fact that after moving, children and adults here take a long time to get used to the new habit of drinking tap water. Yes, bottled water and filters for household use are sold here, but there is no need for them - the purest alpine water flows from the tap, which does not require additional purification, disinfection, boiling, etc. And the water situation is only part of the picture, because it’s not for nothing that Slovenia was included in the top five greenest countries in the world 2021 according to the Environmental Performance Index.

In addition, Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, was recognized as the Green Capital of Europe for 2016.

Which is not at all surprising considering how developed the cycling network is in the city and how the municipality encourages its use (in fact, public cycling can be used unlimitedly for literally 1 euro per month), how many parks, green hills and ponds are within the city limits and, The most important thing is how difficult it is to distinguish the border between urban infrastructure and nature in Ljubljana. But the Slovenians are not arrogant and are already implementing plans for further greening of their capital.

If we talk not only about aesthetics (abundant greenery and plants blooming most of the year will certainly decorate any landscape and lift your spirits) or how easy and pleasant it is to lead an active lifestyle in Slovenia (because mountains, lakes, fields and valleys beckon and not allowed to stay at home), then the environment is important first of all for health. And here we cannot ignore the facts that for many, after moving to Slovenia, for example, manifestations of allergies decrease or completely disappear. And, of course, health cannot but be positively affected by fresh vegetables and fruits available in the diet all year round, a large number of outdoor activities (and the fact that even in cities the air is really clean and fresh), the opportunity to drink spring water, spend time in the Alps or at sea at any time of the year, while spending no more than a couple of hours on the road to them by car.

If such indicators as safety and environmental friendliness are important to you, be sure to pay attention to Slovenia.

Perhaps local universities are not as famous as British, French or German ones, but education and living in Slovenia definitely have several advantages compared to most countries on this planet. If you have any questions about the opportunity to study in Slovenia (higher or secondary vocational education, retraining), we will be happy to answer all your questions - just contact us in any way convenient for you.

Product prices

The cost of the food basket largely determines the country's attractiveness for immigrants.

A special feature of Slovenia is that provisions can be bought in a store 20%-30% cheaper than on the market. Market traders sell organic food and people attach great importance to organic food. Food prices in Slovenia are lower than in many European countries, but higher than in Moscow, mainly due to the difference in exchange rates.

Is it possible to compare Russia and Slovenia?

This is a difficult matter, because Slovenia is a small, compact country, and not many people live here. Therefore, we only have to compare very average figures. Prices in the table are shown in US dollars.

Table: standard of living in Russia and Slovenia

Products in Slovenia are a little more expensive than the Russian average, but they are of better quality. Prices for some basic products are almost the same, and local wine is better than Russian and is cheaper. Salaries and pensions in Slovenia are definitely higher than the average income of a resident of the Russian Federation, although, of course, they are far from wages in large Russian cities - Moscow or St. Petersburg. But the country has good social security, and all citizens know and see where their taxes are spent.

Housing cost

Property prices in Slovenia vary depending on the region. In the capital, at thermal springs or on the sea coast, 1 square meter costs from 2000 € to 3500 €. In the rest of the country, housing is several times cheaper: from 1000 € to 1100 € per square meter. For many Russians, purchasing real estate in resort areas becomes a profitable investment that generates income. If you rent out an apartment or house here, you can recoup your investment in 6-7 years.

Buying a property

Only citizens of European Union countries have the right to buy an apartment in Slovenia. A person with a Russian passport, even with a residence permit, can inexpensively buy a house by the sea, only by registering it as a legal entity. It is not difficult to establish your own company in Slovenia, and great opportunities open up for the owner in terms of purchasing real estate, including commercial real estate.

Rent

Rental accommodation in Slovenia comes in a variety of options, from a bed in a shared room with other guests to large furnished houses. In the center, you can choose a one-bedroom apartment from 300 € to 500 €, and outside the city – from €250 to €400. Three-room apartments will cost 800 € and 600 € per month respectively.

Public utilities

The average bill for household services when living in a two-room apartment in a multi-storey building in Slovenia is 180 € per month. The lion's share goes to heating. Natural gas is mainly used, the price of which is €0.35 per cubic meter. The same volume of cold water costs €1.4, a kilowatt of electricity costs €0.1. If the apartment has a TV, you need to pay a fee for the TV and radio station - 12 €. Garbage removal will cost approximately 9 €.

What do Russians who have moved advise?

There is a small Russian-speaking population in Slovenia; by the standards of the country this is a very insignificant figure - statistics indicate no more than 1200-1500 Russian migrants in the country. Of course, with such small numbers there is no diaspora in Slovenia. However, there are reviews from Russians who moved to Slovenia and they are found quite often.

Best Places to Live

Slovenia is a small country and only a wealthy person with capital or a highly specialized, in-demand profession can afford to live in the provinces or on the coast. It is easiest to live and find work in large cities - thanks to the developed economy and social system, life there is not much more expensive than in smaller cities.

Most Russians live in the capital - Ljubljana, but there are a few in other, smaller cities like Maribor, Celje, etc. This is actually more economically profitable - the likelihood of finding a place even for a good specialist is easier there.

Employment

For those who go to Europe to earn money, offering low-skilled labor for the market, it is better to choose the Czech Republic, Poland or even Romania - the more densely populated eastern Europe. Due to the small population, the labor market in Slovenia is not overcrowded, but rather well filled and has almost no need for labor from abroad.

It is possible to find a place at some sawmill or construction site, but even such a job is difficult to find without any leads or connections in the country. The easiest way to act on this principle since Russia is to look for an employer remotely and apply for a specific invitation. In this case, the migrant still has a chance to obtain an annual work permit without any effort.

The standard of living is higher, and the mentality and social attitudes are slightly similar in Russian

The point is not that in Slovenia the language is very similar to Russian - if you wish, you can communicate in English and feel quite comfortable. The life of Slovenians is a little similar to the life of a Russian - of course, adjusted for belonging to a strong union of European countries, a small population and a differently developed economy.

Slovenia can offer cheap products (and their quality will be incomparably higher than in Russia), clothing and household utensils, but expensive gasoline and real estate. If in Russia life in a large city will be incredibly expensive, then in Slovenia living near natural areas is the lot of very wealthy people. There are significant differences in the social sphere, training, government services - all this is different for the better.

In Slovenia it is good to run a small business (again, it is better to choose a large city - Slovenes in the provinces are conservative and prefer to exchange services with each other), raise children or live in retirement, enjoying a well-deserved rest. Even if it is possible to “raise” a large business in this country, not everyone will be able to do this - there are not many jobs both among employees and among entrepreneurs - they will have to face local competition.

Transport

Slovenia has three major airports: Ljubljana, Maribor and Portorož - however, there are no domestic flights. The most popular transport in Slovenia is road and rail. A train trip in 2nd class from Ljubljana to Maribor costs 12 €, in first class – 18 €. Travel time is 1 hour 45 minutes. The bus will cover the same route in 2.5-3 hours, the ticket price is 11 €.

Gasoline cost

You have to pay to drive a car on expressways in Slovenia. The fare depends on the time of use of the route and the type of transport. There is no charge for traveling on regular roads. The average price of one liter of gasoline in Slovenia is €1.36, which is comparable to global indicators.

Living in Slovenia on a permanent basis

Citizenship in Slovenia is not the only way to live there permanently without leaving the country. There is also permanent residence (permanent residence) - an intermediate residential status between residence permit and full citizenship.

Slovenia is guided by generally accepted European migration principles, which means that permanent residence status in the country is extremely beneficial. Many immigrants remain at this level and do not experience any inconvenience at all - this is enough for a comfortable, confident life.

It turns out that permanent residence is simple - you need to live in the country with your previous status for some time, without interrupting it, without violating the law and continuing to meet all the requirements.

Property subtleties

There is a small pitfall in how to move to Slovenia - real estate. According to the laws of the country, the fact of purchasing real estate of any size, type or value does not provide grounds for issuing a residence permit to an immigrant. This is easy to explain - Slovenia, with its small economic needs, does not need a large population and prefers to select candidates for future citizens based on criteria other than wealth and capital.

Having a means of subsistence for a future resident is very important; checking the ability to work and the ability to support oneself is an important part of the procedure for obtaining resident status, but this is not as important as in most European countries. Slovenia is one of the few countries in which buying real estate not only does not simplify the process of settling in the country, but also partially complicates it.

However, as soon as a migrant receives permanent residence in Slovenia, he can safely buy property. The purchase itself is available to anyone - you can purchase it without permanent residence, but using the property for anything other than housing will be difficult and not immediately profitable.

If an immigrant has some capital, it is better to invest it in business, investments - these investments help to obtain residency rights as quickly as possible. In other cases, permanent residence compared to a residence permit has only a few significant advantages - it moves the migrant closer to official citizenship and allows him to fully participate in the life of the country.

Education in Slovenia for foreigners

In 2021, studying in various programs at universities continues to be the easiest way for Russians to obtain a residence permit, despite some tightening of migration legislation. With diplomas from local universities, you can continue your education in other EU countries.

Preschool education

Children from 11 months to 6 years are accepted into public and private kindergartens. The cost of raising a child in them is approximately the same and ranges from €350 to €600. Tax residents with permanent registration can count on a subsidy.

High school education

In Slovenia, for the education of children from the age of six, there are 9 compulsory classes - public (free for all legally residing foreigners) and private. After graduation, you can continue studying at the gymnasium for 4-5 years.

Vocational and technical direction

Gymnasiums (general education or preparing for a specific specialty from 2 to 5 years) after the exam issue a diploma of an agronomist, administrator, nurse, technologist, etc.

Getting higher education

Education in Slovenia has great advantages for Russian students. This is an opportunity to obtain a residence permit and receive a European diploma. Classes are conducted in local or English according to the program. In Slovenia, the higher education system includes three levels: bachelor's (3-4 years), master's (two more) and doctorate.

A residence permit issued while receiving a diploma gives you the opportunity to work legally.

Popular Universities

There are 3 public educational institutions in Slovenia:

1. University of Ljubljana, which has 23 institutes and three art academies.
2. The University of Primorska of Slovenia, located in Koper and has 9 departments.
3. University of Maribor, which has 17 branches.

Tuition fees in Ljubljana are €2000 – €3000 per semester. Other universities will have to pay less.

Admission procedure

In order to be admitted to a Slovenian university, you do not need to pass entrance exams. The exceptions are creative specialties, Slovenian studies, journalism, and pedagogy. A certificate of secondary education obtained in Russia must undergo a mandatory nostrification (confirmation) procedure.

Documents for foreign applicants

To enter a university in Slovenia, a migrant must provide:

• copy of the international passport;
• certificate;
• two photos;
• a letter describing your achievements.

Scholarships

International students have the opportunity to receive government fees. Every year, 8 million euros are provided in the budget for these purposes. The distribution is handled by the Center for Mobility Support and European Programs.

Grants for study

Educational foundations provide subsidies to students in the most in-demand specialties. Currently these are mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, pharmacists, chemists, and builders.

Pros and cons of living in Slovenia

Of course, you cannot categorically state that after moving your life will be carefree or, on the contrary, you will be completely disappointed. Each person independently chooses what is important to him. It is worth taking into account the general features and acting based on your own needs.

In order to consider the positive and negative aspects of moving, be guided by the factors given in the table below.

Medical services

Having issued a residence permit, a foreigner in Slovenia receives a compulsory medical insurance policy. This insurance fully covers the treatment of children, students, and those suffering from certain diseases. For the rest, compulsory medical insurance compensates for medical care only in acute cases. To receive comprehensive care and treatment of chronic diseases, you need to buy a VHI policy. Costs, depending on the company, will range from €27 to €30 per person.

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Old age pension with additional pension experience

An old-age pension with additional pensionable service means that when determining the conditions for acquiring rights, inclusion in professional insurance is taken into account as pensionable service without additional payment. This applies to people working in unhealthy jobs, such as miners, police officers, soldiers, etc., as well as people doing jobs that can only be done up to a certain age, such as opera singers, ballet dancers, etc. Despite the fact that such a period is considered pensionable service without additional payment does not mean that it will affect the amount of interest for calculating the age pension.

Relocation methods for Russians

Following changes in immigration policy in 2015, foreigners can apply for legalization in Slovenia on the following grounds:

• opening a company;
• registration of marriage with a resident;
• education;
• employment in a local company;
• family reunification;
• refugee;
• humanitarian purposes.

Compared to the laws of other countries, emigration through the purchase of real estate is not encouraged in Slovenia. Individuals from other countries cannot buy real estate; it is sold only to commercial organizations. There are also no immigration programs for foreign retirees in the country. They can be legalized on a general basis.

Immigration for business

After the economic crisis, the country developed a number of programs to attract foreign investors. Business immigration is one of the most popular ways to move to Slovenia. It is enough to buy a ready-made local company or open a business to be able to apply for a residence permit and receive it within six months. After a year of successful operation of the company, which has Slovenes on its staff and has a profit on its balance sheet, the founder is allowed to apply on his own behalf for a residence permit for his family members (reunification program).

When registering a company, a foreigner will have to form an authorized capital in the amount of 10 thousand euros (before 2015, the threshold was 7.5 thousand euros). Investments in business development should be within 30 – 50 thousand euros. After opening a company, an entrepreneur receives a work visa by appointing himself to one of the positions in his company, and, on the basis of a work contract, a residence permit.

Family reunification

The basis is suitable for relatives of migrants who managed to legalize themselves. Close relatives are considered to be spouses or children under the age of majority. Regardless of the reason for his arrival, an immigrant cannot call his family until 1 year of his residence in Slovenia has passed. Before the 2014 amendments, it was possible to reunite with family immediately after obtaining a residence permit. Now the authorities have decided that the amendments will reduce the number of foreigners who immediately after moving apply for social support. The Slovenian authorities believe that a period of 1 year is enough for a migrant to weigh his financial abilities and decide whether to bring his own family here.

Marriage

After officially registering a marriage with a resident of Slovenia, a foreigner has the opportunity to apply for a residence permit, and then obtain a preferential permanent residence permit. The basis for obtaining a residence permit is a marriage certificate. If the document was drawn up in Russia, it must be certified with an apostille and translated into Slovenian. The authorities carefully study applications from applicants for a residence permit, the basis for which is an international marriage. To exclude fictitious registration, surveillance of the married couple is provided for a certain time. If the authenticity of the relationship is in doubt, the foreigner will be deported from Slovenia, and the local citizen will face a large fine. Judging by the information on the forums, checks are rare.

Education

Studying at one of the local universities entitles a foreigner to apply for a residence permit. Requirements: the university has a license to teach foreigners. The student takes a certificate from the university confirming his enrollment and submits it, along with other documents, to the immigration service. You can find admission conditions and a list of required documents on the institution’s website, as well as local forums.

To enroll in a local university, you need to prepare documents (each educational institution has its own list), including a certificate translated into Slovenian. There is no requirement to pass any exams; the average score on the certificate is calculated for admission. If successful, after a year you will need to take a test to continue studying in the country.

Slovenian education is valuable in other European countries, so a diploma here can open up job opportunities throughout Europe. Some educational institutions provide budget places, but the latter are not intended for everyone. Slovenians themselves, as well as dependent children of immigrants who have received permanent residence, can apply.

During 4–6 years of study, students manage not only to learn Slovenian, but to adapt to the local culture and traditions. It is important to note that students receive 50% credit for their total mandatory length of residence in the country. Having studied for 6 years, before you can apply for permanent residence, you still need to find a reason to legally stay in the territory and work. Although, if you have a local diploma, it is easier to find employment options.

Employment

A residence permit is available to foreign specialists only if they have a work permit in the country. This method of moving is one of the most difficult, because... companies are more interested in highly professional personnel. They do not hire general workers; such vacancies are filled by locals. The professions in demand in Slovenia are: engineer, doctor, tourism worker, IT specialist.

Based on employment, a residence permit is issued for a period of one year with the possibility of extension first for another 1 year, and a second time for three years. After 5 years of legal residence in the country, you are allowed to apply for permanent residence.

According to statistics, the highest paying jobs in Ljubljana are as follows:

• director of a representative office of a company with foreign capital - 6838 €;
• director of a logistics company €4893;
• sales director 4806 €;
• doctor 2555 €;
• teacher 1697 €;
• secretary 1218 €;
• cashier 941 €.

To get an idea of ​​how the amount of wages after taxes corresponds to local expenses, you can roughly calculate the following items of spending for a family of 2 people:

• apartment rental and utilities – up to 500 €;
• food (average prices) - 300 €;
• gasoline (if you have a car) - 100 €;
• other expenses - 100 €.

This is a modest minimum that does not include clothing, expensive entertainment or shopping. The source of income must be stable and cover the listed needs.

Refugee

Those seeking asylum due to a threat to freedom or life in their home country can apply to the Slovenian authorities. You can't count on any special loyalty. Refugee centers in the country critically evaluate every legend that concerns migrants. If the basis is far from the truth, the person will be deported. Despite such strict regulations, immigration through refugee still exists, because... While the application is being considered, you can simply receive assistance from the state in the form of a roof over your head, food, financial assistance and medical care. In general, you need to hope for the best, and if you need help, reach out.