EU Blue Card (Slovenia)
The EU Blue Card (EU Blue Card) is a residence and work permit for highly qualified professionals from non-EU countries. It is issued for a specific job offer and provides broader rights compared to standard work permits.
Who can apply for an EU Blue Card
The standard route is to prove higher education (or a comparable qualification) and relevant professional experience. Your case can be strengthened with professional certificates, training, and documented proof of skills and work history.
Under the updated EU Blue Card framework, certain ICT professionals may qualify based on professional experience instead of a degree (for specific roles, typically requiring a defined period of relevant experience within recent years).
Key benefits of the EU Blue Card in Slovenia
Longer permit validity compared to standard routes (subject to current rules).
Family reunification with no mandatory waiting period under the Blue Card framework (subject to applicable requirements).
Mobility within the EU becomes more practical under Blue Card rules when moving for work to another Member State (conditions apply).
A structured, compliant pathway designed specifically for highly qualified employment.
Salary requirement
As of 21 July 2025, the salary threshold has been lowered and is now linked to the average annual gross salary in Slovenia, recalculated to a monthly amount (i.e., the benchmark is the average gross salary, not 1.5× of it).
The exact amount depends on the latest published official statistics. According to SURS (Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia), the average gross monthly salary is published regularly (for example, October 2025 — €2,512.04).
IMPORTANT: Blue Card rule updates (from 21 July 2025)
The changes in Slovenian immigration and employment regulations are aimed at simplifying the attraction of highly qualified specialists:
Lower salary threshold (to the level of the average gross salary).
Minimum employment contract duration reduced to 6 months (previously 12).
Employer change simplified: after 12 months, a Blue Card holder may change employers by notifying the employment service.
For certain ICT roles, the Blue Card may be available without a university degree, if the required professional experience is proven (3 years within the last 7 years).
Moving to another EU country after one year on a Blue Card in one Member State may follow a simplified Blue Card mobility logic.
Who the EU Blue Card is suitable for in practice
Specialists with higher education (Bachelor/Master, etc.) and a job offer matching their qualifications.
ICT professionals without a degree, if they have at least 3 years of relevant experience within the last 7 years (subject to role and evidence requirements).
Engineers and technical specialists (mechatronics, electronics, construction, manufacturing, etc.) with a relevant qualification and offer.
Finance & analytics (financial analysts, risk management, audit, data analytics, etc.)—if the role meets “highly qualified” criteria and salary thresholds.
Senior and key specialists (Head/Lead/Manager) with proven qualifications and the required salary level.
Regulated professions (e.g., medicine, architecture, etc.)—only if national requirements are met (recognition of qualifications, licences/permits).
Why clients trust us
01 / Transparency
We work with full transparency and set clear expectations from day one. Our priority is to make your relocation and settlement as smooth as possible.
02 / Results
We don’t promise the impossible. Instead, we build a realistic strategy for your situation, explain the process, and guide you through every required step.
03 / Experience
Over 10 years of experience and deep knowledge of relocation and legal processes make outcomes more predictable—and the journey clearer and easier to navigate.
04 / Fair Terms
We offer fair and transparent payment terms: you can start with a partial upfront fee, with the remaining amount paid after key milestones are completed.
Client Reviews
LegalToMove
We’ve collected a selection of client feedback about our work. We know how important this step is, so we aim to reduce stress and guide you clearly through every stage of the process.
I spent a long time researching relocation options in Europe and found LegalToMove. The team was professional and supportive, and the process moved faster than I expected. During the consultation, everything was explained clearly, and after we started working together they stayed involved and patiently answered all my questions. Thank you for your support and great work!
Sergey
I contacted LegalToMove for help with a Slovenia residence permit and I’m very happy I did. I hesitated for a long time—moving as a single parent with children can be challenging, and my case wasn’t straightforward. The team did an excellent job. The timeline shifted slightly due to public holidays in Slovenia and a short delay in issuing the card, but they stayed in touch throughout and resolved every question quickly. Thank you for your work and support!
Valy
I first learned about the company when I was already in Slovenia as a student. The agency I used before made mistakes in the paperwork, and I ran into a problem that no one could solve. I found LegalToMove through a referral, and they handled the situation—even after long discussions with the local administrative office. They know local rules and procedures well and can resolve cases that seem like dead ends. Thank you.
Egor
Everything was handled remotely and efficiently. They helped set up the company and submit my director appointment quickly. Many people told me it wasn’t possible, so I didn’t expect this level of support. Great experience—moving forward, I’ll work only with you.
Oleg
I was accepted to a university in Slovenia, but I faced an issue with my residence card process. I contacted LegalToMove and everything was resolved much faster than I expected—the card was issued via the embassy in about 1.5 months. Thank you!
Diana
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