Passport renewal in Slovenia
Renewing a Slovenian passport typically involves submitting an application in person at an administrative unit or a diplomatic/consular representation, providing necessary identification, and paying the prescribed fee. The new passport will replace the old one once issued.
It is generally advisable to initiate the passport renewal process several months before the current passport's expiration date. This allows sufficient time to schedule an appointment, which can sometimes have a waiting period, and to account for the processing time required for the new passport to be issued and delivered.
Start 60 days ahead
This estimate accounts for potential appointment waiting times at administrative units or consulates, plus the standard processing time for the passport to be produced and delivered. While processing times can be shorter, allowing at least two months provides a comfortable buffer.
The process
- 1Check the validity period of the current passport.
- 2Schedule an appointment at an administrative unit (Upravna enota) in Slovenia or a Slovenian diplomatic/consular representation abroad, if required by the specific office.
- 3Gather all necessary documents, including the existing passport and a photograph.
- 4Visit the administrative unit or diplomatic/consular representation in person to submit the application.
- 5Provide fingerprints (for applicants aged 12 and older) and sign the application form.
- 6Pay the prescribed administrative fee.
- 7Collect the new passport once notified of its readiness.
What to bring
- Valid identity document (usually the existing passport, even if expired, or a national ID card)
- One current biometric photograph (taken within the last six months, meeting specific standards for size and quality, often available at the administrative unit or consulate)
Who handles it
Upravna enota (Administrative Unit) in Slovenia or Diplomatsko predstavništvo / Konzulat Republike Slovenije (Diplomatic/Consular Representation of the Republic of Slovenia) abroad.
The fee for issuing a new passport varies depending on the age of the applicant, the validity period of the passport, and whether it is issued in Slovenia or abroad. Applicants should confirm the current fee with the specific administrative unit or diplomatic/consular representation where they intend to apply. Fees are typically published on the official government website.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure the submitted photograph meets strict biometric standards; incorrect photos are a common reason for application delays.
- For applicants residing abroad, confirm the specific requirements and available services with the relevant Slovenian diplomatic or consular representation, as procedures and processing times can vary.
- Children require parental presence and consent for passport applications; confirm specific requirements based on the child's age and parental custody arrangements.
Sources
This guide is based on one official source.
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