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France to Slovenia visa requirements

No visa. As an EU citizen, a French passport holder can travel to Slovenia visa-free with no time limit, using only a valid passport or national ID card. France and Slovenia are both EU member states and members of the Schengen Area. Under the EU right to freedom of movement, French citizens do not need a visa to enter Slovenia for tourism or any other purpose, and there is no 90-day cap on their stay. They may travel on a valid French passport or a valid French national identity card. The Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule and the upcoming ETIAS travel authorisation apply only to visa-exempt non-EU nationals, not to EU citizens such as the French, so neither applies here. Because France and Slovenia are both inside Schengen, there are normally no systematic passport checks at the internal border, though spot identity checks can occur and temporary internal border controls may be reintroduced in exceptional circumstances. For stays of longer than three months, an EU citizen should register their residence with the Slovenian authorities, but no visa is ever required.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
No visa - EU freedom of movement (Schengen internal travel)
Maximum stay
Unlimited (no 90/180 limit for EU citizens; register residence if staying over 90 days)
per entry
Entries
Multiple / unlimited
from issue date
Visa fee
0 EUR
consular fee only
Processing time
None - no application required
standard track
Validity
N/A - right of free movement as long as French/EU citizenship is held
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your document is valid
Carry a valid French passport or a valid French national identity card (carte nationale d'identite). It must be valid on the day of travel.
· Passport or national ID card· Valid on travel day
/02
Book travel - no visa step needed
Book flights or plan your drive/train to Slovenia. No visa, eVisa, or ETIAS application is required for French citizens.
· No visa· No ETIAS for EU citizens
/03
Travel within Schengen
France and Slovenia are both in the Schengen Area, so there are normally no systematic passport checks at internal borders. Keep your ID accessible for possible spot checks.
· No routine border control· Carry ID always
/04
Enter Slovenia
Present your passport or ID card if asked. There is no entry fee, no stamp requirement, and no proof-of-funds visa condition for EU citizens.
· Free entry
/05
Stay as a tourist
Stay for your visit with no fixed time limit. The 90/180 short-stay rule does not apply to EU citizens.
· No 90/180 cap
/06
Register if staying over 90 days
If you intend to remain in Slovenia longer than three months, register your residence with the local administrative unit (upravna enota) - still no visa needed.
· Residence registration over 3 months
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredValid French passport OR valid French national ID card
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredDocument valid on the day of travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedReturn or onward travel details (recommended, not mandatory)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance or European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking / address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredNo visa required
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
not-needed
RequiredNo ETIAS required (EU citizens are exempt)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
not-needed
RequiredNo proof of funds requirement for EU citizens
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
not-needed
OptionalResidence registration only if staying over 90 days
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: European Commission - Migration and Home Affairs (Schengen visa policy)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist / short-stay visa fee0 EURNo visa required for French (EU) citizens
ETIAS travel authorisation0 EURNot applicable - EU citizens are exempt from ETIAS
Entry / border fee0 EURNo entry fee within the Schengen Area
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
France is an EU member state
French citizens hold EU citizenship and the right of free movement across all 27 EU member states, including Slovenia.
High
/02
Slovenia is in the Schengen Area
Slovenia and France are both Schengen members, so internal travel has no routine border checks.
High
/03
ETIAS does not apply to EU citizens
The upcoming ETIAS authorisation targets visa-exempt non-EU nationals only; French citizens are exempt.
Medium
/04
No 90/180 limit for EU citizens
The Schengen short-stay rule applies to third-country nationals, not to EU citizens, who can stay without a fixed cap.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
France to Slovenia route verified
Confirmed via European Commission and Your Europe official sources that both France and Slovenia are EU and Schengen members; French citizens travel visa-free with passport or national ID card, with no ETIAS and no 90/180 limit.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Slovenia?
No. As EU citizens, French passport holders travel to Slovenia visa-free for any purpose and length of stay.
Can I travel to Slovenia with just my French national ID card?+
Do French citizens need ETIAS for Slovenia?+
Does the 90-day Schengen limit apply to me?+
Will there be passport checks at the Slovenian border?+
How long can I stay in Slovenia as a French citizen?+
/11 — Passport tools

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