Get Your Slovenia Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Children born in Slovenia to at least one Slovenian parent receive citizenship by birth.
- By Descent :Individuals born abroad to at least one Slovenian parent may acquire citizenship by descent, particularly if registered before the age of 36.
- By Marriage : Foreign spouses of Slovenians can apply for citizenship after 2 years of marriage and 1 year of continuous residence in Slovenia.
- By Naturalization: Foreign nationals may apply after 10 years of residence, including 5 years of continuous residence before the application.
- By Reacquisition: Former Slovenian citizens who lost citizenship (e.g. by naturalizing elsewhere) may reapply without full residency requirements.
- Special Exception – Dual Citizenship Allowed: Slovenia allows dual citizenship in many cases, including by descent, birth, or when reacquiring citizenship. However, naturalization applicants may be required to renounce other nationalities unless exempted.
Note: Applicants applying through descent or reacquisition are generally not required to renounce their existing citizenship.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your path (descent, marriage, naturalization, or reacquisition).
- Submit your application through the Ministry of the Interior or at a Slovenian consulate.
- Provide documents, undergo language and civic knowledge testing (if required).
- Receive decision and take oath of citizenship.
Benefits of Slovenian Citizenship
- Live and work freely across the EU
- Retain multiple citizenships in most paths
- Access to Slovenia’s healthcare, education, and public benefits
- Visa-free travel to 180+ countries
Slovenia
Slovenia is a small Central European country nestled between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, known for its stunning natural scenery, including Triglav National Park, Lake Bled, and extensive cave systems like Postojna Cave. It was the first Yugoslav republic to declare independence in 1991 and has since emerged as one of the most prosperous nations in Central and Eastern Europe. Slovenia joined the EU and NATO in 2004 and consistently ranks highly for quality of life and environmental performance.
- Capital: Ljubljana
- Language(s): Slovenian
- Currency: Euro (EUR)
Frequently asked questions.
Does Slovenia allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Slovenia allows dual citizenship in most cases of birth, descent, or reacquisition. Naturalization may require renunciation unless exemptions apply.
Can I get Slovenian citizenship through my parent?
Yes. You may apply for citizenship by descent if at least one parent was a Slovenian citizen at your birth. It is easier if you apply before age 36.
Can I become a citizen through marriage?
Yes. After 2 years of marriage and 1 year of residence in Slovenia, foreign spouses may apply for citizenship.
Can I get my Slovenian citizenship back?
Yes. Former Slovenians can reacquire citizenship without meeting full residency requirements, especially if they lost it by naturalizing abroad.
Do I have to pay taxes in Slovenia as a citizen?
Slovenian citizens who are tax residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed only on Slovenian-source income.
Does Slovenia recognize same-sex marriage for citizenship?
Yes. Slovenia recognizes same-sex marriage. Same-sex spouses have equal rights when applying for citizenship through marriage.