View of charming historical buildings in Ljubljana with autumn leaves in the foreground.Explore Ljubljana's vibrant cityscape with the Triple Bridge and Franciscan Church on a sunny day.A vibrant cityscape of Ljubljana, Slovenia, framed by lush greenery and a clear sky.Sunny day at Ljubljana's iconic Triple Bridge with bustling pedestrians.A breathtaking aerial view of Ljubljana showcasing its vibrant architecture and historic castle.

Slovenia

Europe · Central Europe

Very High PeaceModerate Cost of Living
Very High DevelopmentFlawed Democracy
Population2.1M146th
GDP / Capita$34KHigh
PPP / Capita$57KHigh
Gender Inequality0.049Very Low
Life Expectancy82 yrsVery High

Small but punches above its weight — stunning Alpine nature, very high quality of life.

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Digital Nomad

Ideal destination

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Expat

Ideal destination

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Retiree

Ideal destination

At a Glance

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Very HighSafety
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ModerateCost of Living
91
Very HighQuality of Life
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Slovenia

Slovenia is a small Central European country that packs an exceptional range of landscapes into its territory, from the Julian Alps and the turquoise Soča river valley to the Karst limestone plateau, the Adriatic coast, and the baroque capital Ljubljana. The culture combines Austro-Hungarian influences with a Slavic sensibility and a strong contemporary commitment to sustainability and outdoor life. It is one of the most consistently satisfying destinations in Europe for those who value nature and refinement in equal measure.

  • Over 60% of the country is forest — third most forested in the EU.
  • The only country in the world with 'love' in its capital's name (Ljubljana).
  • Ranked one of Europe's safest countries despite sitting between Italy, Austria, and the Balkans.
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Quick Facts

Capital

Ljubljana

Language

Slovene

Currency

EUR

Area

20,135 km²

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Nomad Hub

Fixed Broadband

180Mbps

Very Fast36th globally

Mobile

144Mbps

Fast29th globally
PlugType C/F

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Min. Income

€3,000/mo

Duration

12 months

Renewable

No

Application Fee

~€70

~$77

Application difficultyMedium
Tax treatmentLocal rates apply
Processing time
Health insuranceRequired
Dependents
Apply onlineIn person / consulate
Path to residencyNo
Open to all nationalitiesRestricted

GDP / Capita

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$34K

High

PPP / Capita

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$57K

Very High

Inflation

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2.0%

Low

Unemployment

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3.2%

Very Low

Innovation (GII)

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40.1

Top 25%

GNI / Capita

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$32K

High

Tax Revenue

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21.0%

FDI Inflows

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2.6%

Education Spend

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5.3%

Cost of Living

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54.1

Moderate

Price Level Index

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28th pct

Moderate

20-Year Trend + IMF Forecast

Income & inflation over time

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+91% nominal+37% real
$20K$40K$60K1%2%3%200520102015202020252027
GDPPPPInflationIMF forecast
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