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# Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions Macedonian students ask most about studying and living in Slovenia. Full detail and official sources live in the Student Welcome Guide.

## Admission and enrolment

How do I apply to a faculty through the eVŠ portal?

You submit your application online on the national eVŠ portal, in the round and with the login method that apply to foreign applicants.

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What are the application deadlines and rounds for 2026/2027?

Foreign applicants apply in their own rounds, bachelor’s usually opens in spring and master’s deadlines are set by each faculty, so always confirm the current dates for your programme.

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As a Macedonian applicant, which round and conditions apply to me?

You apply as a non-EU (third-country) applicant, usually competing for a limited number of foreign-student places rather than in the general Slovenian round.

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How many non-EU places does my programme have?

Some programmes reserve only a handful of places for non-EU students (competitive fields like dentistry may take just one or two), so check your programme and keep a backup option.

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Is there an entrance or aptitude exam for my field?

Most programmes have no entrance exam, the exceptions are fields like art, architecture, sport and dental prosthetics.

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Do I need a B2 Slovenian language certificate?

Only a few programmes require a B2 Slovene certificate, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, psychology, film/directing and journalism, while most others do not.

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## Recognition and documents

Does my Macedonian diploma need recognition before I can enrol?

Yes, the university you apply to assesses your previous Macedonian education as part of admission, so you submit your diplomas and transcripts with your application.

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Do my documents need an apostille and a certified (sodni) translation?

Your key documents usually need an apostille from Macedonia and a certified court (sodni) translation into Slovene, arrange both before you leave.

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Which documents should I prepare and translate before I leave Macedonia?

Prepare and translate your diploma, transcripts and criminal-record certificate in advance, because it is much harder to obtain and legalise them once you are in Slovenia.

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## Tuition and scholarships

Is study free for me as a Macedonian, or do I pay tuition?

Under the Slovenia and Macedonia bilateral agreement, full-time bachelor’s and master’s study at public universities is tuition-free for Macedonian citizens (self-funded or second programmes may still be charged).

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Can I get a scholarship?

Yes, you can look into state scholarships, Ad Futura, CEEPUS and faculty scholarships, each with its own conditions and deadlines.

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## Residence permit and visa

Do I need a visa to enter Slovenia, or is the residence permit enough?

As a Macedonian citizen you can enter visa-free for short stays, but to study you need a temporary residence permit for study, which you normally arrange before you move.

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How do I get the residence permit, and where do I apply?

You usually apply at the Slovenian embassy in Skopje before you arrive, or at the local administrative unit (upravna enota) once you are in Slovenia.

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Which documents do I need for the permit?

You typically need your enrolment certificate, a valid passport, proof of sufficient means, health insurance, a criminal- and penal-record certificate and the required fees.

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How much must I prove as "sufficient means", and does a parent’s statement count?

You must show around €507,43 per month, the Slovenian basic minimum income from 1 April 2026 (check the current amount), and a parent’s notarised statement of support is the usual, durable way to prove it.

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How long is the permit valid and how do I renew it each year?

The permit is issued for your study year and must be renewed annually, submit the renewal by 30 September (you can apply up to about 60 days before it expires), because missing that turns it into a brand-new application.

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Do I have to register my address after I move in?

Yes, you must register your temporary address at the administrative unit within 8 days of moving in.

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## Health insurance

What is RM/SI 3 and do I need it for health cover?

RM/SI 3 is the certificate from the two-country procedure that gives you basic health cover in Slovenia based on your Macedonian insurance, and yes, you need it.

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Am I insured from day one, and what insurance do I need for the permit?

You need valid health insurance in place for your residence permit, so arrange the RM/SI 3 cover (and optional complementary insurance) before or right after you arrive.

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How do I register a personal doctor?

Once insured, you choose and register a personal doctor (for the duration of your studies) at a health centre in your study city.

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## Accommodation

Can I get a subsidised student-dorm room as a foreign degree student?

Usually no, subsidised dormitory places are reserved for Slovenian and EU students, so self-funded foreign degree students normally rent privately.

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Where will I live and what are my housing options?

Most students rent a private room or a shared flat, and some use student-housing brokers or private halls of residence in their study city.

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How much does housing cost and what do I pay upfront?

Private rooms run roughly €200 to €400 a month (studios more), and you usually pay a deposit plus the first month’s rent when you move in.

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## Meals and transport

How do I register for subsidised student meals, and am I eligible?

Yes, students with valid status (including foreign students) can use subsidised meals (boni), you register once online with your student data and a phone or chip card.

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How do I get the subsidised public-transport ticket, and am I eligible?

Students can buy the subsidised IJPP intercity ticket regardless of how far you live from your faculty, you apply with your student status, and city transport (like Urbana in Ljubljana) is added on top.

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## Work and admin basics

Can I work while studying on a student residence permit?

Yes, student work through a napotnica (referral) is allowed on a student residence permit; a full employment contract is different and needs a change of permit.

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What do I need to start working through a student service?

You register with a student service and need a Slovenian tax number, an EMŠO and usually a bank account, plus a napotnica before each job starts.

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How do I get an EMŠO and a Slovenian tax number, and why do I need them?

You obtain an EMŠO (personal ID number) and a tax number from the administrative unit and the financial office (FURS); you need them to open a bank account, work and handle most admin.

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What is the difference between student work and full employment?

Student work via napotnica is flexible and allowed on your study permit, while regular employment is a formal job that generally requires changing your permit from study to work.

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## Money, status and after graduation

What must I sort out in my first week after arriving?

In your first days you register your address, sort out health insurance, get your EMŠO and tax number, open a bank account and activate meals and transport.

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How much money do I realistically need per month?

Most students budget roughly €455 to €850 a month depending on the city, with a higher first month for the deposit and setup costs.

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What is student status and what rights does it give me?

Student status is your active enrolment as a student, and it is what unlocks subsidised meals, transport, student work and other benefits.

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Can I stay in Slovenia to look for work after I graduate?

Yes, after graduating you can apply for a residence permit for job-seeking (about nine months) to stay and look for work.

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## Still have a question?

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