Slovenia’s Irresistible Digital Nomad Visa: A Chance to Work in Europe’s Secret Gem

Slovenia is gearing up to roll out its digital nomad visa in November 2023, and it’s about time! For those longing to escape their mundane 9-to-5, this is the ticket. This new visa allows remote workers to live in Slovenia for a year. Yes, a whole year! Imagine sipping coffee in a Ljubljana café while working. Sounds dreamy, right?

Here’s the catch: it’s not for everyone. This visa is only available for non-EU and non-EEA nationals. So, if you’re from Europe, sorry, you can sit this one out. Applicants must work solely for foreign clients or companies. No local shenanigans allowed. Your paycheck better come from outside Slovenia, or don’t even bother.

This visa is exclusively for non-EU and non-EEA nationals, so European applicants are out of luck!

Family members can tag along, but they can’t work for Slovenian firms. That’s right, if your spouse thinks they can snag a local job? Nope. They’ll need to find a way to keep themselves busy.

Also, you’ll need to show you have enough income. But, spoiler alert: the exact amount is still under wraps. Isn’t that fun?

So how do you apply? It’s simple. You can either do it online or waltz into a Slovenian consulate. The visa lasts for 12 months and guess what? It’s non-renewable. Want to reapply? You’ll have to take a little vacation for at least six months outside Slovenia. Talk about a conundrum!

Now, why choose Slovenia? For starters, it’s the first official option for remote workers in the country. The cost of living? It’s a steal compared to Italy and Austria.

Plus, Ljubljana is packed with co-working spaces, and if you need peace and quiet, there are plenty of family-friendly spots. Slovenia is stepping up, joining the ranks of other European countries like Portugal and Greece. Welcome to the digital nomad club!