Slovenian visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Slovenia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Slovenia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Slovenia e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Slovenia visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Slovenia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Slovenia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Slovenia.
If you are looking for Slovenia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Slovenia nearest your place of residence.
- Cape Town: The Consulate General of Slovenia in Cape Town, South Africa (Working hours: Close now)
Slovenia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Slovenia diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Slovenia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 16,251 | N/A |
| 2009 | 15,139 | -6.84% |
| 2010 | 17,007 | 12.34% |
| 2011 | 18,559 | 9.13% |
| 2012 | 19,729 | 6.30% |
| 2013 | 20,767 | 5.26% |
| 2014 | 22,203 | 6.91% |
| 2015 | 25,083 | 12.97% |
| 2016 | 28,195 | 12.41% |
| 2017 | 33,125 | 17.49% |
| 2018 | 36,728 | 10.88% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Slovenia & South Africa comparison
Slovenia's area is approximately 20,140 km2 (7,776 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 60.23 times bigger than Slovenia.
As of October 2025, Slovenia's population is ~2.1 million people - 61,024,469 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Slovenia & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Slovenia | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,079,977 | 63,104,446 | 61.0 million fewer people live in Slovenia than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 54 | 124 | Slovenia has 70 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 116 | 67 | Slovenia passport holders can visit 49 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 197 | Slovenian hosts 143 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Slovenia in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Slovenia in 2018 was approximately 36,728.
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