Documents required for Slovenia Visa application

• Original passport and old passports, if any
• Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after arrival in India, with a minimum of two blank pages. If you have previously travelled to the US, UK or the Schengen area, then it is favourable to attach these visa copies for a smoother process.
• Return air tickets
• The visa application form duly filled by the applicant, under the guidance of our travel experts
• Recent passport-size colour photographs taken against a white background with matte-finish (size 35 mm x 45 mm and 60% - 80% face close-up)
  Note: Photograph should not be more than 6 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas.
• Covering letter mentioning details of travel, details of the traveller, purpose of visit and duration of stay. The letter should be duly signed by authorized signatory with company stamp and addressed to the The Visa Officer, Embassy of Slovenia, New Delhi.
• Income Tax Returns of the last 3 years
• Original bank statements reflecting transactions for the last 6 months, duly attested and signed by a bank official
• Hotel confirmation details
• Medical insurance policy.

Additional documents

If the applicant is employed:

• Salary slips for the last 3 months
• Original leave letter from employer

If the applicant is a company owner or self-employed:

• Certificate of registration of the company / Certificate of Incorporation (MOA / Proof of Proprietorship / Partnership deed, etc)
• Covering letter on the company letter head and financial documents

If the applicant is Sponsored:

• Proof of sponsorship and/or information on the Invitation
• If the trip is sponsored by father/mother/guardian or any person other than the applicant who is travelling, written consent certified by public notary of the parents or guardian or the person sponsoring the trip

If the applicant is Retired:

• Pension statements for the last three months
• Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business

If the applicant is a Minor traveler:

• If accompanied with one of your parents, then an original NOC from other parent and a copy of his/her passport (first and last page)
• If travelling alone, then an original NOC by both parents and a copy of their passports (first and last page)

Slovenia Visa Photograph Specification

• Required photo size: 45 mm in height and 35 mm in width
• The pictures you submit must be in color or black and white
• Head position: straight
• Must not be older than 6 months
• Background: white or light blue
• Smile: no
• Eyes: must not be obscured by anything
• Make sure that your passport photos are not blurry
• Glasses: acceptable under certain conditions
• Headwear: not allowed. Exceptions are made for religious/cultural purposes
• Resolution (pixels): at least 600 dpi
• Dress code: make sure that your clothes are in contrast with the background
• Beard: permitted if it represents your everyday appearance
• Number of photos necessary: 2

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• 1) do i need a visa for slovenia?

  Yes. Indians need a visa to travel to Slovenia. Slovenia visa for Indians can be obtained at the Slovenian Embassy or Consulate. In order to get Slovenian visa from India, it is necessary to fulfil the visa requirements and submit the necessary documents. A Sloveniavisa for Indians can be private, tourist, business and work – depending on the purposeof a visit.

• 2) what is a slovenian schengen visa?

  A Slovenian visa (Schengen visa) is a special kind of visa which allows you to travel among all the Schengen countries including Sloveniafor a maximum period of 90 days. Slovenia is part of the Schengen agreement. This is a traveller’s dream which lets you travel to all the Schengen countries on one visa.

• 3) the schengen visa is valid for which countries?

  Schengen Area comprises of the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

• 4) how long can i stay in sloveniaon the basis of my schengen visa?

  The SlovenianVisa (Schengen visa) is a short stay visa and takes the form of a sticker affixed to your passport. The definition of “short stay” is a stay of "90 days in any 180 days period". This means that the total duration of stay is of maximum 90 days in 6 months.

• 5) what are the different types of slovenian visas for indians?

  Depending on your reason for travel, you can choose from different types of Slovenia visas • Tourist visas are issued for tourism purposes. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days. • Business visas are applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days. • Visitor visa application is applicable in case you are travelling to visit family, friends, and relatives. This visa is given for travel period not exceeding 90 days. • An airport transit visa is applicable for applicants who are just transiting the Schengen territory and will not leave the transit area of the airport

• 6) will all schengen visas be granted for 90 days?

  No, not necessarily all Slovenian visas (Schengen Visas) will be granted for 90 days. You may get the Schengen Visa only for the number of days that you present in your travel itinerary and your flight & hotel bookings

• 7) can i apply again for a schengen visa if my application has been refused earlier?

  You are free to apply again for a Schengen Visa if your application has been refused earlier.

• 8) what is the slovenia schengen visa cover letter?

  The Slovenia Schengen Visa cover letter is a letter which summarizes your intent to travel to a country that is part of the Schengen area. In your cover letter you should explain: - the purpose of your trip - when and where you intend to travel - how your trip is going to be funded - day-by-day itinerary for your trip - duration of the trip

• 9) how long does it take to obtain the visa?

  Typically, a Slovenian Visa takes approximately 10 to 15 days for processing.However, the processing time is dependent on several factors and can change without notice at the embassy's discretion.

• 10) is it mandatory for me to take an appointment for a slovenian visa?

  Yes, an appointment is mandatory for Slovenian Visain order to provide your biometrics and submit your visa documents.

• 11) i am traveling to multiple schengen countries. from which consulate should i apply for my schengen visa?

  Schengen Visa must be applied from the Embassy/Consulate of the country where you will be staying for maximum number of days. If your stay has equal number of days in each country, then you must apply to the Embassy/Consulate of the country which you will be entering first

• 12) what is the difference between a single-entry schengen visa and a multiple-entry schengen visa?

  A single-entry Schengen Visa allows entry to the Schengen area only once, meaning you are not permitted to re-enter the Schengen Area after leaving, while a multiple-entry Schengen Visa allows multiple entries into the Schengen Area within the visa’s validity period (90 days total within 180-day period).

• 13) do i have to apply in person for the slovenia visa (schengen visa)?

  Yes, applications by mail will not be accepted. The Schengen visa application should be presented in person because biometrical data must be recorded.

• 14) do i have to inform my exact travel dates and itinerary while applying for visa?

  Yes, it is important to provide a day wise detailed itinerary of your trip along with the internal sector travel tickets.

• 15) can i travel the whole of the schengen area with this visa?

  Yes, you can travel to all Schengen area. However, at the border you may have to show supporting documents along with your visa. Hence, it is recommended that you carry a set of all the documents which you presented while applying for the visa.

Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia New Delhi

A - 5/4, Vasant Vihar
New Delhi 110 057
India

T: + 91 11/ 41662891,2
visa section:
T: + 91 11/ 41662893
F: + 91 11 /41662895
E: sloembassy.newdelhi@gov.si

 

VFS Global India

New Delhi

Address: VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Shivaji Stadium Metro Station, Mezzanine Level
Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place
New Delhi- 110001

Submission Timings: 08:00 hrs-16:00 hrs (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Passport Collection Timings: 08:00 hrs-16:00 hrs Monday-Friday, except public holidays .

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

For Parking:

While the Shivaji Stadium Metro Station does not allow parking of vehicles at the station itself due to Security Protocols mandated by DMRC, ample paid parking is available in close vicinity of the Metro Station premises as detailed below:

1. Multi-Level Car Park in DLF Capitol Point Building – Approx. 5 Minutes’ walk to the Metro Station
2. Basement Level Parking behind Rajiv Gandhi Handicrafts Bhavan (Diagonally Opposite the Metro Station)- Approx. 5 Minutes’ walk to the Metro Station
3. Parking at Hanuman Mandir- Approx. 5- 7 Minutes’ walk to the Metro Station
4. Basement Level Parking at Palika Bazar- 7- 10 Minutes’ walk to the Metro Station

Note: Vehicles are allowed to drop and pick up right at the entry of the Shivaji Stadium Metro Station

 

Mumbai

Address: – Urmi Axis Building, Second Floor, Behind Famous Studio, Opp. E Moses Road,
Mahalaxmi (West), Mumbai – 400 011

Submission Timings: 08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Passport Collection Timings: 09:00-17:00 (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

 

Kolkata

Address:
Slovenia Visa Application Centre
VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Rene Tower, Building No. 1842, Rajdanga Main Road, Rajdanga,

Landmark: Near Geetanjali Stadium Kolkata, 700107, India

Submission Timings: 08:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Passport Collection Timings: 08:00 hrs - 18:00 hrs (Monday- Friday)

Please Note: Passports dispatched from New Delhi will be ready for collection at the Kolkata centre on the next working day after 15:00. Please confirm if the passport is ready for collection at the Kolkata Center by calling at the call Center number before visiting the Application Center.

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

 

Hyderabad

Address: VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd
8-2-700, 3rd Floor,
Srida Anushka Pride,
Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad – 500 034

Submission Timings: 08:00 - 12:00 13:00 - 15:00 (Monday - Friday)

Prime Time Submission Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 Hrs (Monday -Friday); 09:00 - 16:00 (Saturday) (Additional Charges)
Passport Collection Timings: 9:00 -17:00 (Monday – Friday)
Prime Time Passport Collection Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 (Monday -Friday);
09:00 -16:00(Saturday) (Additional Charges)

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

 

Bangalore

Address: VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd -Global Tech Park,No 11 First Floor O’ Shaughnessy Road, Langford Town, Bangalore 560025

Submission Timings: 08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Prime Time Submission Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 Hrs (Monday-Friday); 09:00 - 16:00 (Saturday) (Additional Charges)
Passport Collection Timings: 9:00 -17:00 (Monday – Friday)
Prime Time Passport Collection Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 (Monday-Friday);
09:00 -16:00(Saturday) (Additional Charges)

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

WHITEFIELD BANGALORE (PREMIUM LOUNGE CENTRE)

Address: Brigade IRV, Unit No 108, 1st floor, Nallurhalli, Whitefield, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066

Submission Timings: 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Passport Collection Timings: 08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday)

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

 

Chennai

Address:
VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd ,
Fagun Towers, Third Floor,
No 74, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore,
Chennai - 600 008

Submission Timings: 08:00-12:00 and 13:00-16:00 (Monday-Friday, except on declared holidays)

Prime Time Submission Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 Hrs (Monday-Friday); 09:00 - 16:00 (Saturday) (Additional Charges)
Passport Collection Timings: 9:00 -17:00 (Monday – Friday)
Prime Time Passport Collection Timings: 18:00 - 22:00 (Monday-Friday);
09:00 -16:00(Saturday) (Additional Charges)

Tel No: 91 (0) 22 67866060

 

Chandigarh

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd,
Elante Offices, Entry from Gate No. 3 ,Unit no. B 209, Second Floor,
Office Block B, Plot no. 178- 178A, Industrial &
Business Park, Phase - I, Chandigarh (U T) 160002

Submission Timings
08:00 hrs- 16:00: hrs (Monday-Friday, except public holidays)

Passport Collection Timings:
08:00 hrs – 16:00 hrs
(Monday – Friday, except Public holidays)

 

Ahmedabad

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd,
First Floor, Emerald House,
Nr. Parimal Garden Cross Road, off C G Road, Ahmedabad 380006, India

Submission Timings
09:00 to 16:00: Applicants / Representatives / Travel Agents

Passport Collection Timings:
09:00 16:00
(Monday – Friday)

 

GOA

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd,
Gera Imperium Grand, 6th Floor, Office No. 619-621
Behind Ginger Hotel, Patto Plaza, Panaji- Goa 403001 India.

Submission Timings
08:00-15:00: Applicants / Representatives / Travel Agents

Passport Collection Timings:
08:00 15:00
(Monday – Friday)

 

Gurgaon

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
419-420 4TH FLOOR ILD TOWER
SOHNA ROAD SECTOR -47 122001

Submission Timings
09:00 hrs- 15:00 hrs:  (Monday-Friday, except public holidays

Passport Collection Timings:
09:00 hrs- 15:00 hrs
(Monday – Friday, except Public holidays)

 

Pune

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
4th Floor, F core Marvel Edge, Viman nagar,
Pune 411014

Submission Timings:

Applicants and Representative: 08:00 to 12:00 – 13:00 to 15:30 (Monday - Friday)

Passport Retrieval Time: 08:00 to 16:00 (Monday-Friday)

 

Jalandhar

Address:

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Aman Plaza,3rd Floor,310 Lajpat Nagar,
Mahavir Marg. Jalandhar – 144001

Submission Timings
08:00 - 16:00:  (Monday-Friday, except public holidays

Passport Collection Timings:
08:00 – 16:00
(Monday – Friday, except Public holidays)

 

 

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Bled Castle

It is a castle that was mainly constructed during the medieval period. It is located on the rocky peak of 130 meters above Lake Bled. The castle is said to be one of the oldest Slovenian Castles and presently a primary tourist attraction spot. However, some renovation works had to be done. The view from such a height looks appealing.

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Lake Bled

The lake is a great tourist attraction and destination. It has a huge collection of a wide variety of fishes. Catfish, European perch are some of the common fishes that are found here. The tourists can sit here and spend quite a long time fishing. The lake is also surrounded by mountains, which give it a more striking sight to behold.

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Lake Bohinj

Covering about 318 hectares, the lake is one of the permanent Lakes in Slovenia. It is actually located within the Bohinj valley of Julian Alps. The whole lake is surrounded by mountains and trees. The place has an awesome natural beauty. The water of the lake is like a mirror. One can partake in the various water sports activities that take place here around the lake. Many people also swim in the lake while others prefer to go fishing. There are some rare species of fishes that can be observed here. It also feels nice to sit quietly in front of the lake.

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Maribor

The city is the largest one in Slovenia. It is closely situated on the border of Austria. Maribor is famous for its wine industry. There are many wine industries that are located throughout the city. Also, don’t miss the Mani Square and Castle Square that have a wide variety of ancient architectures. On the other hand, continue with the wine tour. It will provide you with an amazing experience. It is also said to be a very stylish city.

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Postojna Cave

It is located in the southwestern part of Slovenia. It is also counted among the second longest cave in the whole world. It is also a great tourist spot. It is the only cave in the world that has a double railway track. The cave is estimated to be 24,340 meters long. It was mainly created by the Pivka River. It will surely be a very adventurous journey while traveling to this cave.

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Triglav National Park

Triglav is a National Park that is located in the Northwest part of Slovenia. It is actually on the highest peak of Julian Alps and is one of the best places to visit in Slovenia in summer. It was established in the year 1981. This place has an awesome natural view. It is a vast area and every day huge numbers of tourist come here to explore this only national park in Slovenia. The park is actually named after Triglav, the highest mountain. There are many nice restaurants located within the park where you can take a halt to enjoy some refreshments. This is certainly one of the best places to visit in Slovenia.

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Vintgar Gorge

It is a 1.6 meter Gorge that is situated on the north-western part of Slovenia. Many people come to visit this gorge from the country itself and other parts of the world as well. The stream has many erosive features like a lake, rapids etc. During the year 1890, the gorge was totally inaccessible except two points. However, by 1891, the rest area of the gorge was made accessible. However, with the passage of time, many wooden paths were created.

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