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Our volunteer spirit is a testament to the dedication, passion, and collaborative energy of our community and the reason why we grow stronger together.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/about-us/","t":"Our Team, Mission, Vision & Core Values","h":"Solidarity & care for each other","x":"Solidarity & care for each other. We are more than a group of students, but a family. We look after one another and support each other not just with studies, but also with everyday challenges. We are here to listen, help, and celebrate successes together. It's about giving without expecting anything in return and creating a safe, warm, and uplifting environment where everyone feels they belong.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/about-us/","t":"Our Team, Mission, Vision & Core Values","h":"Love for our roots & ambition for the future","x":"Love for our roots & ambition for the future. We are proud of where we come from and carry our Macedonian heritage with us, while striving for a brighter future. Our roots give us strength, and our ambition pushes us forward. Our ambition drives us to be professional, innovative, and influential leaders and role models in our host country.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/about-us/","t":"Our Team, Mission, Vision & Core Values","h":"Through the years","x":"Through the years. MSOS is its people. With gratitude to everyone who has been part of our story, and everyone still writing it with us.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Become a member","x":"Become a member. Join MSOS and find your people in Slovenia. Meet students, attend events, get support and help create projects across the Macedonian student community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Why become a member?","x":"Why become a member?. Real events, real friendships Find your people Meet Macedonian students across Slovenia and build friendships outside the classroom. Feel supported Get practical help, local knowledge and a community that understands studying abroad. Join memorable events Social evenings, cultural events, sports, trips, workshops and student gatherings. Build experience Develop skills through volunteering, communication, project work and event organisation. Create something meaningful Bring ideas, join projects and help shape activities for the community. Grow your network Meet students, ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Find your people","x":"Find your people. Meet Macedonian students across Slovenia and build friendships outside the classroom.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Feel supported","x":"Feel supported. Get practical help, local knowledge and a community that understands studying abroad.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Join memorable events","x":"Join memorable events. Social evenings, cultural events, sports, trips, workshops and student gatherings.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Build experience","x":"Build experience. Develop skills through volunteering, communication, project work and event organisation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Create something meaningful","x":"Create something meaningful. Bring ideas, join projects and help shape activities for the community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Grow your network","x":"Grow your network. Meet students, alumni, professionals, institutions and partners.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Feel at home away from home","x":"Feel at home away from home. Belong to a community where you never have to explain where you come from.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"MSOS in numbers","x":"MSOS in numbers. 0 active members 0 events and activities 0 participants 0 partners","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"There is more than one way to be part of MSOS","x":"There is more than one way to be part of MSOS. You do not need to organise events or lead to belong. Join in the way that fits you. Stay connected Receive updates and know what is happening. Join the community Come to events, meet people and take part when it suits you. Volunteer sometimes Help with selected activities without a long-term commitment. Join projects Contribute to specific initiatives, campaigns, guides or collaborations. Organise events Help plan, coordinate, promote and deliver activities. Take responsibility Explore leadership, governance, representation or local team roles.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Stay connected","x":"Stay connected. Receive updates and know what is happening.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Join the community","x":"Join the community. Come to events, meet people and take part when it suits you.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Volunteer sometimes","x":"Volunteer sometimes. Help with selected activities without a long-term commitment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Join projects","x":"Join projects. Contribute to specific initiatives, campaigns, guides or collaborations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Organise events","x":"Organise events. Help plan, coordinate, promote and deliver activities.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Take responsibility","x":"Take responsibility. Explore leadership, governance, representation or local team roles.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"What being part of MSOS actually looks like","x":"What being part of MSOS actually looks like. Start at a welcome event Meet the community from your very first weeks in Slovenia. Read the story Enjoy a student night Music, friends and a night that feels like home. Read the story Give back together Take part in humanitarian activities that help others. Read the story Cheer side by side Sports, energy and belonging, wherever you study. Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Start at a welcome event","x":"Start at a welcome event. Meet the community from your very first weeks in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Enjoy a student night","x":"Enjoy a student night. Music, friends and a night that feels like home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Give back together","x":"Give back together. Take part in humanitarian activities that help others.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Cheer side by side","x":"Cheer side by side. Sports, energy and belonging, wherever you study.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Why students joined, and why they stayed","x":"Why students joined, and why they stayed. I joined because I wanted to meet people. I stayed because MSOS became part of my life in Slovenia. Ana Student, Maribor When I moved to Slovenia, I did not know where to begin. Through MSOS I found support, friends and opportunities. Marko Student, Ljubljana Being part of the team taught me more than any classroom. I organised events, met partners and grew a lot. Katerina Volunteer, Koper","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"See MSOS in action","x":"See MSOS in action. Meet Student Slovenia 2024 Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia See all events and projects","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","x":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","x":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","x":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","x":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","x":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Good to know","x":"Good to know. Is membership only for students in Ljubljana? No. MSOS is for Macedonian students across Slovenia, including Maribor, Koper, Nova Gorica, Celje and other study cities. Can I join before moving to Slovenia? Yes. Future students can join, receive updates and connect with people before arriving. Do I need to be highly active? No. You can join events, stay informed, volunteer occasionally, or take on a larger role later. Is there a membership fee? Yes, membership is €10 per year, which helps us organise events and support students across Slovenia. Can non-students support MSOS? Yes. ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/become-a-member/","t":"Become a member","h":"Your student story in Slovenia can start here","x":"Your student story in Slovenia can start here. Whether you are looking for support, friendship, opportunities or a place to belong, MSOS is ready to welcome you.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","x":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026. Planning to continue your studies in Slovenia? Citizens of North Macedonia and several other Western Balkan countries can apply for an Ad futura scholarship…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"1. Who can apply?","x":"1. Who can apply?. The scholarship is open to citizens of North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo and Serbia . Applicants must have permanent residence outside Slovenia and must not be Slovenian citizens or long-term residents of Slovenia. They must have completed, or be completing, their undergraduate degree at a higher-education institution in one of the eligible Western Balkan countries. The scholarship is intended only for second-cycle master’s programmes . It is not available for undergraduate studies, doctoral studies, exchange programmes or integrated master’s progra","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"2. Which study areas are eligible?","x":"2. Which study areas are eligible?. The scholarship is available only for master’s programmes classified in the following areas: Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics Information and communication technologies Engineering, manufacturing technologies and construction Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary medicine Health and social welfare The Scholarship Fund decides whether a particular programme belongs to an eligible category by checking Slovenia’s official higher-education records. Applicants should confirm their programme’s classification before applying. The scholarship c","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"3. What does the scholarship cover?","x":"3. What does the scholarship cover?. Successful applicants receive €800 per month , equivalent to €9,600 for one academic year . The scholarship covers 12 months and is generally transferred as one payment for the full academic year. It may continue for the minimum duration of the study programme, provided the student meets the conditions for progression. The official call provides support specifically for living expenses . It does not state that tuition fees, accommodation, health insurance, travel, residence-permit costs or study materials are covered. Applicants should therefore check wheth","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"4. What are the main conditions?","x":"4. What are the main conditions?. Recipients must have student status and live in Slovenia from 1 October 2026 onward. The programme cannot be conducted entirely through distance learning or only through occasional consultations in Slovenia. During the funded period, recipients generally cannot: receive a Slovenian state or Zois scholarship; receive another scholarship or financial support intended for studying in Slovenia; be employed or self-employed in Slovenia or abroad; be registered as unemployed; serve as the manager of a company or director of a private institution. Study exchanges abr","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"5. Residence and the required representative in Slovenia","x":"5. Residence and the required representative in Slovenia. By the application deadline, applicants must either have registered temporary residence in Slovenia or appoint a representative who legally resides in Slovenia. The representative receives official correspondence, helps the applicant understand documents issued in Slovenian and represents them during the scholarship procedure. The official power-of-attorney form must be signed by both the applicant and the representative. Applicants must also apply for a Slovenian temporary residence permit for study purposes before 1 October 2026 . The","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"6. Which documents are required?","x":"6. Which documents are required?. The application package includes an original, fully completed and handwritten signed application form, together with documentation proving that all conditions are met. The main documents include: The official application form A completed power of attorney or proof of registered temporary residence in Slovenia Proof of citizenship Proof of permanent residence abroad Proof that an application for a study residence permit has been submitted Proof of enrolment and information about the study programme A bachelor’s diploma or official proof of completion An officia","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"7. How are candidates selected?","x":"7. How are candidates selected?. The minimum required undergraduate average is 8.0 . If the total amount requested by eligible applicants exceeds the available funding, applications are ranked according to: undergraduate academic performance; scientific publications and conference participation; relevant professional experience. Academic performance can provide up to 40 points, while publications can provide up to 30 points. Relevant work experience from 2023, 2024 and 2025 may also be considered when connected to the applicant’s field of study and lasting at least six months. The official cal","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"8. How and when do you apply?","x":"8. How and when do you apply?. The complete application must be submitted in physical form to: Javni štipendijski, razvojni, invalidski in preživninski sklad Republike Slovenije Dunajska cesta 20 1000 Ljubljana Slovenia The envelope must be marked: “prijava na 380. javni razpis” Applications can be delivered personally during the Fund’s business hours or sent by post. Applications sent by email are not accepted. The deadline is Wednesday, 2 September 2026 . When sent by registered post, the date of posting is considered the submission date. For ordinary mail or personal delivery, the applicati","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"9. What happens after receiving the scholarship?","x":"9. What happens after receiving the scholarship?. The Fund issues an official decision to every applicant. Successful candidates then sign a scholarship agreement that defines the payment schedule and their obligations. Recipients must regularly progress to the next study year, complete the programme within the contractual period and submit proof of successful completion to the Fund. Failure to meet the scholarship conditions can end the scholarship relationship and may create repayment obligations, depending on the agreement and applicable scholarship rules. For students from North Macedonia,","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"Sources","x":"Sources. Public Scholarship Fund of Slovenia: Official 380th Public Call and application documents University of Ljubljana: Scholarship announcement for Western Balkan students Last checked: 2 August 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/ad-futura-scholarship-slovenia-2026/","t":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura Scholarship: Guide for Western Balkan Students in 2026","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-i-coped-with-leaving-home/","t":"How I coped with leaving home","h":"How I coped with leaving home","x":"How I coped with leaving home. Arriving at the end of your secondary education, with a modest eighteen years behind you, you have to decide where to continue your studies. Will you stay in…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-i-coped-with-leaving-home/","t":"How I coped with leaving home","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","x":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student. A practical guide for Macedonian students: the documents you need, how to choose a bank, using Flik, and keeping your details up to date after you open the account.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Why a Slovenian bank account is useful","x":"Why a Slovenian bank account is useful. A Slovenian bank account is not always legally required for every student, but it makes everyday life much easier. It is commonly used for student-work payments, scholarships, rent, utility bills, local transfers, SEPA direct debits, and card payments. It also gives you access to Flik, which many students use to split rent, groceries, transport, and other shared expenses. A foreign SEPA account may still work for some payments, but local employers, student services, landlords, and institutions often find a Slovenian account more practical. For most stude","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"What you normally need","x":"What you normally need. The exact list differs between banks, but an incoming student should normally prepare the following documents and information. A valid passport. Bring the original document. The bank records your citizenship, passport number, issuing country, and expiry date. A Slovenian tax number, or davčna številka. Foreign citizens obtain it from FURS by submitting form DR-02. The request can normally be submitted personally, by post, or through an authorised person. FURS states that the certificate is generally issued within eight days after receiving a complete request. More infor","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"How to open the account","x":"How to open the account. Obtain your Slovenian tax number first. This is one of the documents most frequently requested by banks. Compare student and youth packages. Do not look only at the monthly fee. Check the age limit, ATM withdrawal fees, included transfers, debit-card costs, Flik availability, mobile-banking functions, and what happens after graduation or after you reach the package age limit. Contact the branch before visiting. Explain that you are a citizen of North Macedonia, an international student, and a temporary resident in Slovenia. Ask for the exact document list. Online accou","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Banks commonly considered by students","x":"Banks commonly considered by students. The options below are not ranked and should not be treated as formal recommendations. Packages change, so confirm the current conditions directly with the bank. NLB offers the NLB Osnovni račun, currently promoted as free for young people up to the stated age limit. The published basic requirements include a valid identity document and Slovenian tax number, while proof of student status may be required for selected offers. Its services include NLB Klik, NLB Pay, Flik, and supported mobile wallets. See the NLB account page . OTP banka offers Paket Vizija f","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Keep your information updated after opening the account","x":"Keep your information updated after opening the account. Opening the account is not the final administrative step. Banks are required to keep customer information current, and foreign students should report important changes without waiting for the bank to contact them. Every time you renew your temporary residence permit, bring the new permit to the bank or ask how it should be submitted securely. This should normally be done each year, because the bank may need valid evidence after the previous document expires. You should also notify the bank if your permanent or temporary address changes, ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Flik and mobile banking","x":"Flik and mobile banking. Flik is a Slovenian instant-payment service that allows users of participating banks to send and receive money using a phone number or email address. Payments usually arrive within seconds and work throughout the day, including weekends and public holidays. Students commonly use Flik to split rent and utility costs, repay friends, share grocery expenses, collect money for an event, or request payment without entering an IBAN. The exact app depends on the bank. NLB uses NLB Pay, Sparkasse uses M.Stik, Delavska hranilnica uses DH Denarnik, while several banks support Fli","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Tips from MSOS students","x":"Tips from MSOS students. Book an appointment and bring more documents than the minimum. A foreign-student account may take longer to process. Carry your passport, Slovenian and Macedonian tax numbers, residence permit, address evidence, certificate of enrolment, and Slovenian phone number. Ask what happens when your student status ends. A free account may become paid after graduation, employment, loss of status, or reaching the package age limit. Ask whether the bank changes the package automatically and what the new monthly cost will be. Compare ATM and transaction fees. A package with no mon","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. For account eligibility and the exact document list, contact the selected bank directly. For a Slovenian tax number or tax-residency questions, consult FURS . For rights relating to a basic payment account or complaints about financial services, consult Banka Slovenije . For residence documentation, contact the responsible upravna enota or the Slovenian Embassy in Skopje. MSOS can explain the process and share student experience, but the bank makes the final decision about required documents, account eligibility, and package conditions. FURS: Slovenian tax numb","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/how-to-open-slovenian-bank-account/","t":"How to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Blog","x":"Blog. Real experiences and practical advice from Macedonian students in Slovenia. New stories are on the way.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Your first two weeks in Ljubljana","x":"Your first two weeks in Ljubljana.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"How to open a Slovenian bank account","x":"How to open a Slovenian bank account.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Surviving your first exam period","x":"Surviving your first exam period.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","x":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia. University housing, trusted rental sites, community groups, and what to check before you pay or sign — so you avoid scams and settle in safely.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura scholarship","x":"Study in Slovenia with an Ad futura scholarship. €800 per month for selected master's programmes in Slovenia for Western Balkan students — eligibility, study areas, conditions and the 2 September 2026 deadline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Welcome Days at Slovenia's four main universities","x":"Welcome Days at Slovenia's four main universities. What to expect during welcome and orientation at Ljubljana, Maribor, Primorska and Nova Gorica, with dates and how to prepare for your first days.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Study in North Macedonia with a government scholarship","x":"Study in North Macedonia with a government scholarship. 50 government scholarships for undergraduate studies at public universities in North Macedonia — who can apply, what is covered, and the 31 August 2026 deadline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Learning Slovene: where to start","x":"Learning Slovene: where to start. How to set a language goal, free online courses, university options such as Leto plus, and the difference between a course and an official exam.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"How I coped with leaving home","x":"How I coped with leaving home. A personal story by MSOS member Vasil Handziski about the hardest first months abroad — and the small things that made Maribor start to feel like home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Weekend trips from your study city","x":"Weekend trips from your study city. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Meet the MSOS team","x":"Meet the MSOS team. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Choosing the right faculty","x":"Choosing the right faculty. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Budgeting on a student stipend","x":"Budgeting on a student stipend. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Registering your residence, step by step","x":"Registering your residence, step by step. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"Where Macedonians meet in Slovenia","x":"Where Macedonians meet in Slovenia. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/","t":"Blog","h":"How to volunteer with MSOS","x":"How to volunteer with MSOS. This story is on the way. We are preparing helpful, first-hand tips for Macedonian students in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","x":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start. Moving to Slovenia for your studies? You do not need to speak perfect Slovene before arriving, but learning the basics early will make university…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"1. Set a clear language goal","x":"1. Set a clear language goal. Start by deciding why you need Slovene. Basic everyday communication may require only an A1 or A2 level, while some university programmes, professions or administrative procedures may require B1 or B2. Always check the official requirements of your study programme. Some faculties require proof of Slovene before enrolment, while others allow international students to improve their language skills during their studies. Do not pay for an examination only because it provides a certificate. First confirm which level, examination and issuing institution your faculty or ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"2. Begin with a free online course","x":"2. Begin with a free online course. A practical first step is Slovene Learning Online , a free self-paced course developed by the Centre for Slovene as a Second and Foreign Language at the University of Ljubljana. The platform covers basic vocabulary, grammar, reading and listening. During your first weeks, focus on introductions, numbers, time, directions, accommodation, transport, food and phrases used at faculties and administrative offices. Short, regular sessions are usually more effective than occasional long lessons. Try studying for around 20 minutes per day and learn complete phrases ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"3. Check the options at your university","x":"3. Check the options at your university. University language courses are usually among the most affordable options and are often adapted to the needs of international students. At the University of Ljubljana, Leto plus, or Year Plus , is available to eligible international students who are enrolled for the first time in a bachelor’s or master’s programme. It includes two Slovene courses with 60 hours of group work and 3 ECTS each. Under the current conditions, students who complete both courses and obtain at least 30 ECTS during their first year may qualify for a one-year extension of their st","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"4. Learn Slovene before moving to Slovenia","x":"4. Learn Slovene before moving to Slovenia. Starting while you are still in North Macedonia can make your first months in Slovenia significantly easier. The Faculty of Philology “Blaže Koneski” at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje has offered an A1 lifelong-learning programme in Slovene. The published programme includes 48 teaching hours over approximately three months, usually with classes twice per week. Current dates, format and fees should be checked directly with the Faculty. Institution and contact Location: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Philology “B","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"5. Understand the difference between a course and an official examination","x":"5. Understand the difference between a course and an official examination. Completing a language course is not automatically the same as receiving a publicly recognised certificate. A Slovene language examination can be taken in North Macedonia at the Department of Slavic Studies of the Faculty of Philology “Blaže Koneski” in Skopje. According to the information provided for this article, the examination is connected with the Centre for Slovene as a Second and Foreign Language. Because arrangements and recognition rules can change, verify this directly with the institutions involved and ask yo","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"6. Follow a realistic learning plan","x":"6. Follow a realistic learning plan. Before arriving, complete the introductory lessons on slonline.si and learn vocabulary related to accommodation, transport, studies and administrative procedures. After arriving, enrol in the Slovene course offered by your university and use the language in everyday situations. Start with greetings, ordering food, asking for directions and speaking with classmates. Even when someone replies in English, continue trying to use simple Slovene phrases. By the end of your first semester, aim to understand basic announcements, write simple emails and explain prac","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/learning-slovene-where-to-start/","t":"Learning Slovene: Where to Start","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","x":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide. Are you a foreign citizen of Macedonian origin living in Slovenia or another eligible country? The Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia is…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"1. Who can apply?","x":"1. Who can apply?. The scholarships are intended for foreign citizens of Macedonian origin who live in: Albania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Kosovo, Türkiye, Romania, Montenegro or Greece. Candidates must have completed four years of secondary education and apply for a first-cycle undergraduate programme. A total of 50 scholarships are available. Candidates indicate one preferred faculty and two alternatives in the application. The Ministry reserves the right to make the final placement from the three listed choices.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"2. What does the scholarship cover?","x":"2. What does the scholarship cover?. The scholarship supports students during the regular duration of their undergraduate programme and covers: university tuition or participation fees; a monthly scholarship; accommodation and meals in a student residence selected by the Ministry; primary health insurance; the costs of issuing and renewing the temporary residence permit. The scholarship does not cover programmes taught in English or preparatory Macedonian-language classes. Students must also cover the cost of recognising, or nostrifying, their secondary-school documents.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"3. Which documents are required?","x":"3. Which documents are required?. Candidates must complete the official application form and submit: A CV and motivation letter , explaining why they want to study in North Macedonia and naming one preferred faculty and two alternatives. Proof of Macedonian origin , usually a birth certificate stating Macedonian ethnicity or another appropriate document proving Macedonian origin. A copy of the certificate for completed four-year secondary education , accompanied by a translation and an explanation of how the grades correspond to the Macedonian grading system. Only a photocopy of the secondary-","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"4. How do you apply?","x":"4. How do you apply?. The completed application and supporting documents must be submitted to the diplomatic or consular mission of North Macedonia in the country where the candidate lives. For applicants living in Slovenia, this means contacting the Embassy of North Macedonia in Ljubljana. Candidates should confirm the opening hours, submission method and any additional translation or document-certification requirements before applying. The final deadline is 31 August 2026 .","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"5. What happens after selection?","x":"5. What happens after selection?. Selected students must act quickly after the final results are published. Within five days , they must submit a request for recognition of their educational documents to the relevant department of the Ministry of Education and Science. The student covers the related costs. Selected candidates must arrive in North Macedonia no later than ten days after publication of the final list . Candidates who do not arrive within this period will be considered to have withdrawn. Because these deadlines are strict, applicants should prepare translations, travel plans and t","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"6. How do you keep the scholarship?","x":"6. How do you keep the scholarship?. From the second academic year onward, students must submit proof of regular enrolment and show that they passed at least 60% of the examinations planned for the previous academic year . These documents must be submitted personally to the Ministry by 30 October each year. Students who do not meet the academic and administrative requirements may lose the scholarship.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"7. What should you consider before applying?","x":"7. What should you consider before applying?. This opportunity can significantly reduce the cost of studying in North Macedonia, but candidates should research their preferred study programmes carefully. Because English-language programmes and preparatory Macedonian classes are not covered, applicants should confirm the language of instruction and make sure they can follow the programme. They should also plan for costs not covered by the scholarship, including document recognition, travel and other personal expenses. The most important first steps are to research suitable programmes, contact t","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/study-in-north-macedonia-government-scholarship-2026-2027/","t":"Study in North Macedonia with a Government Scholarship: 2026/2027 Guide","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","x":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia. Starting university in another country is easier when you know where to go, who to ask, and what happens during the first days. Slovenia’s main universities…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"1. University of Ljubljana","x":"1. University of Ljubljana. The University of Ljubljana will hold its central Welcome Day for International Students online on 16 September 2026, from 13:00 to 16:00 . The programme is in English and covers practical topics such as residence permits, health insurance, accommodation, student meals, public transport, Year Plus, tutoring, career services, and extracurricular activities. Registration is mandatory. Bachelor’s and master’s students should also check the website and email of their own faculty. Many UL faculties organise separate first-year welcomes, programme introductions, tutor mee","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"2. University of Maribor","x":"2. University of Maribor. The University of Maribor’s central Orientation Week for Freshmen will take place from 21 to 25 September 2026 . It includes shared online presentations about university IT services, student life, libraries, career support, international opportunities, and support for foreign degree students. The university also publishes separate programmes for its faculties. Some faculties organise preparatory courses, campus tours, tutor meetings, and official receptions on different dates, often between 21 September and 1 October. New master’s students should therefore check wheth","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"3. University of Primorska","x":"3. University of Primorska. The University of Primorska offers one of the most complete central welcome programmes. Its online Preparatory Days are planned from 14 to 25 September 2026 for admitted and enrolled students. The programme includes practical information about life on the Slovenian coast, the university, residence documents, student benefits, mobility opportunities, and a free introductory Slovenian course. The main in-person Orientation Days will take place from 28 to 30 September 2026 . These days are designed to introduce students to university facilities, faculties, student serv","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"4. University of Nova Gorica","x":"4. University of Nova Gorica. The University of Nova Gorica starts the winter semester on 1 October 2026 , but its central Orientation Day programme for 2026/2027 had not yet been published when this article was checked. UNG usually combines activities organised by individual schools with a shared university welcome. Because teaching takes place across Nova Gorica, Rožna Dolina, Vipava, Ajdovščina, and other locations, students should confirm exactly where their first meeting will be held. Bachelor’s, master’s, and Erasmus students may receive different instructions from their school, student ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"Before your first day","x":"Before your first day. Save every welcome email and check whether registration is required. Central events usually explain student life and administrative procedures, while faculty sessions explain your timetable, course registration, student portal, tutors, and programme expectations. Attend both whenever possible.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"Sources","x":"Sources. Welcome Day for International Students 2026 International students at the University of Ljubljana Example of a faculty-specific Erasmus Welcome Day, Faculty of Electrical Engineering University of Maribor Orientation Week 2026/2027 UM Erasmus+ information for international students UM Erasmus+ news Preparatory Days 2026 Orientation Days 2026 University of Primorska Welcome portal UNG academic calendar 2026/2027 UNG notices and events UNG Info Days for international candidates Previous UNG Orientation Day format, for reference only Last checked: 3 August 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/welcome-days-slovenian-universities-2026-2027/","t":"Welcome Days for Bachelor's, Master's and Erasmus students in Slovenia","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","x":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia. Finding accommodation is often one of the most stressful parts of moving to Slovenia, especially in Ljubljana and on the coast. The best approach is to begin…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"1. Start with your university","x":"1. Start with your university. Before searching private listings, check the accommodation information published by your university. University pages explain whether international students can apply for a dormitory, which student residences are available, and who to contact for help. The University of Ljubljana generally directs international degree students toward private accommodation and recommends the free room agency m2 , as well as its HousingAnywhere rental platform. The University of Maribor offers limited dormitory places and also publishes private and student-residence options. The Un","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"2. Use established rental and student-housing websites","x":"2. Use established rental and student-housing websites. Several websites are useful for finding rooms, roommates, studios, and apartments across Slovenia. Nepremicnine.net is one of the largest Slovenian property portals. It is useful for full apartments and rooms, and it allows you to filter by city, size, price, and property type. Nepremicnine.net Bolha has a large property section with private listings from across Slovenia. Read each advertisement carefully because both agencies and private landlords publish there. Bolha real estate Mojcimer focuses on student rooms, shared apartments, and ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"3. Facebook groups and community channels","x":"3. Facebook groups and community channels. Facebook groups and Marketplace can help you find new listings quickly, especially from students looking for roommates or leaving their room before the end of a contract. Useful search terms include: Stanovanja Ljubljana Sobe Ljubljana Stanovanja Maribor Študentske sobe Maribor Oddaja in najem stanovanj Koper Stanovanja Obala Oddaja in najem stanovanj Nova Gorica Apartments and rooms for rent in Ljubljana Erasmus accommodation Ljubljana, Maribor, or Koper You can also check Facebook Marketplace and university or Erasmus student groups. Treat social-me","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"4. What to check before paying or signing","x":"4. What to check before paying or signing. A legitimate offer should clearly explain the monthly rent, deposit, utilities, duration of the rental, notice period, and what furniture or equipment is included. Ask whether electricity, heating, water, internet, building costs, and cleaning are included or paid separately. Before transferring money, verify the exact address and request a live viewing, video call, or visit by someone you trust. Confirm the landlord’s identity and ask for a written rental contract. The contract should identify the landlord and tenant, describe the room or apartment, ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"5. Why the contract and address matter for residence procedures","x":"5. Why the contract and address matter for residence procedures. Accommodation is not only about having a place to sleep. Your address may also be needed for immigration and administrative procedures. Depending on your entry and application route, an embassy or authority may request proof of accommodation. After receiving a temporary residence permit, foreigners must register their temporary address in Slovenia within the applicable deadline. Official guidance currently states that the temporary residence should generally be registered within eight days after the residence permit is delivered.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"6. Need more help?","x":"6. Need more help?. For detailed information about dormitory eligibility, private rental contracts, temporary-address registration, city differences, and accommodation scams, read the MSOS Student Welcome Guide. Read more on the accommodation page of the Student Welcome Guide . MSOS can share student experience and help you understand where to look, but the university, landlord, upravna enota, or other responsible institution must confirm your individual administrative requirements.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"Sources","x":"Sources. Study in Slovenia, Accommodation University of Ljubljana, Accommodation, transport and cost of living University of Maribor, Accommodation for international students University of Primorska, Accommodation University of Nova Gorica, Student Guide InfoTujci, Accommodation and registration of residence eUprava, Temporary-residence registration responsibilities Nepremicnine.net Bolha Mojcimer m2 Kamrica Last checked: 3 August 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/blog/where-to-search-for-accommodation-in-slovenia/","t":"Where to search for student accommodation in Slovenia","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Cookie Policy","x":"Cookie Policy. How this website uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can control them.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"What cookies are","x":"What cookies are. Cookies are small text files that a website places on your device to store information, for example your language choice. Websites also use similar technologies, such as local storage in your browser, for the same purposes. In this policy we refer to all of them as “cookies”.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"How we use cookies","x":"How we use cookies. We keep cookies to a minimum. Strictly necessary and preference cookies (such as remembering your language) are always active. We also use Google Analytics to understand how the site is used and improve it, but only if you accept analytics cookies through our consent banner, no analytics cookies are set until you agree.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Types of cookies we may use","x":"Types of cookies we may use. Strictly necessary: needed for the website to function and to stay secure. These cannot be switched off. Preferences: remember choices you make, such as your language, so you do not have to set them again. Analytics: help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. These are set only if you accept them, and you can change your choice at any time. Third-party: set by external services whose content we include on the site, described below.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Third-party services","x":"Third-party services. To provide the website we load some content from external providers. When your browser contacts them, they may receive technical data such as your IP address and may set their own cookies: Google Fonts loads the fonts used across the site from Google’s servers. Font Awesome, delivered through the Cloudflare network, loads the icons used on the site. Google Analytics measures how the site is used, but only after you accept analytics cookies. It may set cookies such as _ga and _gid . It is loaded with Google Consent Mode, so no analytics cookies are set until you agree. Mai","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Managing cookies","x":"Managing cookies. You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you block cookies or delete those already stored. Please note that blocking strictly necessary or preference cookies may affect how parts of the website work, for example remembering your language.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Your consent","x":"Your consent. When you first visit, we show a cookie consent banner. Strictly necessary and preference cookies are always used, but analytics cookies are set only after you choose “Accept”. If you choose “Decline”, no analytics cookies are set. You can change or withdraw your choice at any time using the “Manage cookies” link in the footer. Your choice is remembered in your browser’s local storage.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Changes to this policy","x":"Changes to this policy. We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the date at the top of the page.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/cookie-policy/","t":"Cookie Policy","h":"Contact us","x":"Contact us. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@msosorg.com or info.msosorg@gmail.com.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/faq/","t":"Frequently asked questions","h":"Frequently asked questions","x":"Frequently asked questions. Short answers to the questions Macedonian students ask most about studying and living in Slovenia — applications, residence, work, housing and more.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/faq/","t":"Frequently asked questions","h":"Recognition and documents","x":"Recognition and documents.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/faq/","t":"Frequently asked questions","h":"Residence permit and visa","x":"Residence permit and visa.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/faq/","t":"Frequently asked questions","h":"Money, status and after graduation","x":"Money, status and after graduation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/faq/","t":"Frequently asked questions","h":"Still have a question?","x":"Still have a question?. Write to us and we will help you find the right institution or answer. You can also join our Viber community of Macedonian students already living in Slovenia. Email us Join the Viber community","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Gallery","x":"Gallery. A look back at the events, gatherings and moments that make the MSOS community — browse photo albums from Macedonian student life in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","x":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026. 20.06.2026 8 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","x":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana. 19.05.2026 6 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","x":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub. 28.02.2026 16 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","x":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together. 18.11.2025 2 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Kafanska večer","x":"Kafanska večer. 15.05.2025 8 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","x":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event. 10.05.2025 3 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024. 16.09.2024 12 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023. 18.09.2023 10 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Humanitarian Tournament in Maribor","x":"Humanitarian Tournament in Maribor. 05.04.2025 10 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","x":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana. 08.10.2022 7 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Paint & Wine at Sunset","x":"Paint & Wine at Sunset. 08.03.2025 9 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","x":"Watching Handball Together in Slovenia. 25.01.2025 7 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK","x":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK. 08.06.2024 7 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","x":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova. 08.02.2025 3 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/gallery/","t":"Gallery","h":"In Memory of the Kochani Victims","x":"In Memory of the Kochani Victims. 21.03.2025 4 photos Read the story","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"A Table Full of Macedonia","x":"A Table Full of Macedonia. The food matters, but so do the order of the plates, the people around them, and the fact that nobody leaves after the first course.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Shopska salad is often the beginning","x":"Shopska salad is often the beginning. Shopska salad is made with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onion, and a generous layer of white cheese. The ingredients are simple, but the balance matters. Summer tomatoes provide sweetness and acidity. Cucumber keeps the plate fresh. Peppers add another texture, and the grated or crumbled cheese brings salt and richness. The salad usually arrives early and is shared. It may be accompanied by bread, olives, roasted peppers, or other small plates. In many restaurants, people continue ordering while the salad is already on the table. The dish is found across ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Tavče gravče is simple only on paper","x":"Tavče gravče is simple only on paper. Tavče gravče is one of the dishes most strongly associated with Macedonia. White beans are cooked and then baked in an earthenware dish, usually with onion, paprika, and seasoning. Depending on the household or occasion, meat may be added, but the bean-based version stands on its own. The name refers directly to the cooking vessel and the beans. The dish looks simple, but the texture depends on careful preparation. The beans should remain recognisable while the sauce becomes thick and rich. The paprika layer on top adds colour and aroma without turning the","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Ajvar is an autumn activity","x":"Ajvar is an autumn activity. Ajvar is usually introduced as a red pepper spread. That description misses the work behind it. In many families, ajvar is made in early autumn when red peppers are available in large quantities. The peppers are roasted, peeled, cleaned, ground, and cooked slowly. The process can take most of the day and often involves several family members. The smell of roasted peppers becomes part of the season. Recipes differ. Some are mild, some hotter. Some include aubergine, while others focus almost entirely on peppers. Families can be very specific about texture, colour, a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Pastrmajlija belongs to particular towns","x":"Pastrmajlija belongs to particular towns. Pastrmajlija is an oval baked dough topped with pieces of seasoned meat. It is especially connected with Štip and Veles, where local versions and strong opinions about preparation exist. The shape, dough, meat, and optional additions can vary. This is not a pizza with a different name. Its identity comes from the dough, the way the meat cooks into it, and the local context in which it is served. Some versions include egg. Others remain more restrained. The important point is to try it in a place where it is treated as a local speciality rather than a g","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Burek is part of the morning","x":"Burek is part of the morning. Burek is shared across the Balkans and beyond, but it has a clear place in everyday Macedonian eating. It is commonly bought from a bakery, often in the morning, and eaten with yoghurt. Meat and cheese versions are widespread, with other fillings also available. The experience is direct. The pastry should be hot, the layers crisp and soft in the right places, and the portion generous enough to replace breakfast and possibly lunch. Burek is not a ceremonial dish. That is why it matters. It belongs to early travel, late nights, quick meetings, work breaks, and the b","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"Coffee means the meal is not over","x":"Coffee means the meal is not over. When the plates begin to clear, coffee often arrives. Macedonian coffee may be prepared in a small pot and served in a small cup, with the grounds settling at the bottom. Espresso and other styles are also common, especially in cafés. The type of coffee is less important than the time around it. Coffee creates another stage of the visit. The main meal may be finished, but the conversation is not. Fruit, sweets, or another drink may appear. Someone remembers another story. Plans are made slowly. This is why a short coffee can last for hours. For visitors, the ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/a-table-full-of-macedonia/","t":"A Table Full of Macedonia","h":"The table is a form of welcome","x":"The table is a form of welcome. Shopska salad begins the meal. Tavče gravče brings familiarity. Ajvar carries the work of autumn. Pastrmajlija connects food with towns. Burek belongs to the morning. Coffee keeps everyone seated. Other tables would add sarma, stuffed peppers, selsko meso, pindžur, gjomleze, fish, pies, soups, grilled dishes, seasonal vegetables, and desserts. Macedonia cannot be reduced to six foods. The stronger idea is the structure around them. Plates are shared. Portions are offered again. Guests are asked whether they have eaten enough even when the answer is obvious. A fu","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"History You Can Still Walk Through","x":"History You Can Still Walk Through. Stobi, Heraclea, Kokino, and Krusevo do not belong to the same century or tell the same story. That is exactly why they belong in the same journey.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"Stobi allows the plan of a city to reappear","x":"Stobi allows the plan of a city to reappear. Stobi lies near the meeting of the Crna and Vardar rivers, close to an important route through the central part of the country. The archaeological site contains streets, public buildings, houses, baths, a theatre, basilicas, and mosaics from different phases of the ancient city. What makes Stobi useful is that the urban structure remains readable. Visitors do not see one isolated object behind glass. They move along streets, enter the remains of buildings, compare public and domestic spaces, and notice how the settlement changed between Roman and ea","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"Heraclea reveals itself through mosaics and a theatre","x":"Heraclea reveals itself through mosaics and a theatre. Heraclea Lyncestis is located near Bitola. The site includes a Roman theatre, baths, a courtroom portico, early Christian basilicas, an episcopal residence, and large areas of mosaic. The mosaics are among its strongest features. They contain animals, plants, water creatures, geometric borders, and religious symbolism. Their detail contrasts with the heavier stone structures around them. The Roman theatre provides another layer. Its restoration and continued cultural use show how an archaeological structure can remain part of contemporary ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"Kokino requires careful wording and close observation","x":"Kokino requires careful wording and close observation. Kokino is an archaeological and archaeoastronomical site near the village of the same name in the municipality of Staro Nagorichane. It sits on the rocky summit known as Tatićev Kamen, more than one thousand metres above sea level. The site includes rock formations and markers interpreted in relation to observations of the sun and moon, as well as archaeological evidence of ritual use. Kokino has been on North Macedonia's Tentative List for UNESCO World Heritage since 2009. This does not mean that it is a fully inscribed World Heritage pro","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"Krusevo connects streets, houses, and political memory","x":"Krusevo connects streets, houses, and political memory. Krusevo sits high above the Pelagonia region and has a strongly recognisable urban character. Its steep streets are lined with houses connected with Macedonian and Aromanian building traditions. The town's identity is also closely tied to the Ilinden Uprising of 1903 and the short-lived Krusevo Republic. This history appears through museums, memorial sites, Mečkin Kamen, and the Ilinden Monument, commonly known as Makedonium. Makedonium opened in 1974. Its white sculptural form, coloured windows, interior reliefs, and position at Gumenje ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"The route matters as much as the monument","x":"The route matters as much as the monument. These four places require different ways of looking. At Stobi, follow the city plan. At Heraclea, move between architecture and mosaic detail. At Kokino, read the stone landscape with interpretation. In Krusevo, connect memorial architecture with streets and houses. Moving too quickly reduces each place to its most photographed feature. A theatre without the basilicas does not explain Heraclea. A view from Makedonium without the town does not explain Krusevo. A dramatic rock at Kokino without careful context becomes mythology. One mosaic at Stobi does","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"History should not be forced into one identity","x":"History should not be forced into one identity. Macedonia's heritage comes from different periods, peoples, states, languages, religions, and communities. This complexity should not be treated as a problem that needs to be simplified. A responsible article distinguishes between evidence, interpretation, local memory, and national symbolism. It identifies official status correctly. It avoids turning every site into proof of one continuous political story. Stobi, Heraclea, Kokino, and Krusevo matter for different reasons. Their value grows when those differences remain visible.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/history-you-can-still-walk-through/","t":"History You Can Still Walk Through","h":"A visit is part of preservation","x":"A visit is part of preservation. Archaeological and memorial sites are vulnerable. Visitors should remain on designated paths, avoid climbing on fragile walls, never remove stone or material, follow photography rules, and use official interpretation where available. Public attention can support conservation, but heavy or careless use can also cause damage. Walking through history creates responsibility. The places in this article have survived through excavation, local memory, institutional care, restoration, and continued public interest. Their future depends on the same combination.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"Get to know Macedonia","x":"Get to know Macedonia. Macedonia is not only a place on the map. It is a table that always has room for one more person, music that brings everyone closer, mountains on the horizon…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"All stories","x":"All stories. MSOS Team • People & Identity Welcome to Macedonia A personal introduction to the warmth, contrasts, landscapes, and everyday moments that make Macedonia feel like home. MSOS Team • Places & Nature Ohrid, More Than a Postcard The lake, old streets, neighbourhoods, sounds, and memories that make Ohrid much more than a beautiful view. MSOS Team • Places & Nature Skopje, A City of Many Layers A city shaped by different eras, neighbourhoods, communities, and contrasts, all living next to one another. MSOS Team • Food & Flavours A Table Full of Macedonia The dishes, flavours, conversat","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"Welcome to Macedonia","x":"Welcome to Macedonia. A personal introduction to the warmth, contrasts, landscapes, and everyday moments that make Macedonia feel like home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","x":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard. The lake, old streets, neighbourhoods, sounds, and memories that make Ohrid much more than a beautiful view.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","x":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers. A city shaped by different eras, neighbourhoods, communities, and contrasts, all living next to one another.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"A Table Full of Macedonia","x":"A Table Full of Macedonia. The dishes, flavours, conversations, and generous hospitality that turn a shared meal into something much bigger.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","x":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together. How songs, oro, celebrations, and familiar rhythms create a feeling of belonging across generations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/","t":"Get to know Macedonia","h":"History You Can Still Walk Through","x":"History You Can Still Walk Through. Ancient sites, old bazaars, churches, monasteries, and towns where Macedonia's history still feels close.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","x":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together. In Macedonia, music is often not something performed in front of a room. It is what changes the room and brings people into the same rhythm.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Oro is a social form, not one single dance","x":"Oro is a social form, not one single dance. “Oro” is a general term used for a wide family of traditional dances. Dancers commonly form a line, semicircle, or circle and connect by holding hands, shoulders, or belts, depending on the dance. Steps can be slow and controlled or fast and energetic. Rhythms and movement patterns vary by region. The first and last positions in the line can carry particular responsibility. An experienced leader guides direction, tempo, and changes in movement. For someone joining for the first time, the practical rule is to watch before stepping in. Begin near peopl","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Tapan and zurla can change the atmosphere instantly","x":"Tapan and zurla can change the atmosphere instantly. The tapan is a large double-headed drum played with two different sticks. It creates both a deep pulse and sharper rhythmic accents. The zurla is a loud wind instrument with a penetrating sound that carries easily in open spaces. Together, tapan and zurla are closely associated with outdoor celebrations, weddings, village gatherings, and traditional dance. Their sound is physical. It does not stay in the background. Other instruments also shape Macedonian musical traditions, including the kaval, gajda, tambura, and various string and percuss","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Kopachkata belongs to Dramche and Pijanec","x":"Kopachkata belongs to Dramche and Pijanec. Kopachkata is not a general name for Macedonian dance. It is a specific social dance from the village of Dramche in the Pijanec region. UNESCO inscribed it on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2014. The dance is performed by male dancers in a semicircle. They hold each other's belts with crossed hands, which helps maintain stability as the movements become faster. It begins with slower walking movements, then develops into quicker steps and forceful stamping. Drums, a fiddle, and sometimes tambura or bagpipes a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Weddings turn music into a timeline","x":"Weddings turn music into a timeline. At many Macedonian weddings, music marks different stages of the day. Songs and instrumental pieces accompany arrivals, family rituals, the gathering of guests, the entrance of the couple, dancing, and moments of heightened emotion. Traditional music may sit beside pop, folk, rock, electronic music, international hits, and songs chosen for one family or generation. This mixture is important. A Macedonian wedding is not a museum presentation of tradition. The playlist changes because the people in the room carry different memories. Older relatives respond to","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Songs carry language across distance","x":"Songs carry language across distance. For Macedonians living abroad, music often protects more than memory. It protects pronunciation, expressions, humour, regional accents, and emotional meanings that do not translate easily. A song heard in Slovenia can bring Macedonia into the room without any decoration or explanation. People begin singing before they think about the words. MSOS events use music for exactly this reason. It creates familiarity quickly, especially among students who come from different cities and may not know one another yet. The same song can also become a bridge toward Slo","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"Tradition continues because it changes","x":"Tradition continues because it changes. Traditional culture does not survive by remaining untouched. Musicians rearrange old songs. Young dancers learn through folklore groups and then bring the steps into contemporary celebrations. Instruments appear beside electronic production. Archival recordings are rediscovered online. Regional styles meet in cities and among diaspora communities. Some people prefer older forms. Others connect through modern interpretations. Both relationships can be sincere. The important question is whether the source is respected. A local dance should keep its name an","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/music-dance-and-the-moments-that-bring-us-together/","t":"Music, Dance and the Moments That Bring Us Together","h":"The line always has room for another person","x":"The line always has room for another person. The strongest image of Macedonian dance is not one perfect dancer. It is the moment when the line grows. A relative joins, then a friend, then someone who does not know the steps but is encouraged to try. The movement adjusts. The group makes space. That is why music and dance remain central to belonging. They do not only represent identity. They create it in real time. The rhythm begins with musicians, but the celebration becomes complete when everyone else responds.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","x":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard. The lake attracts the first look. The old streets, wooden houses, churches, neighbourhoods, and evening conversations are what make people return.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Begin at the old bazaar, not at the viewpoint","x":"Begin at the old bazaar, not at the viewpoint. The old bazaar is one of the most useful starting points because it places Ohrid in everyday life before the historic climb begins. The main pedestrian street passes shops, cafés, bakeries, jewellery stores, and places connected with Ohrid pearl traditions. Near the upper end stands the old plane tree, commonly known as the Chinar, which remains a familiar meeting point. This area can be busy and commercial, especially in summer, but it is not only a visitor zone. Residents pass through it, meet there, shop, and use it as a connection between neig","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Walk by the water toward Kaneo","x":"Walk by the water toward Kaneo. From the central lakefront, the route continues past old houses and smaller beaches toward the wooden walkway over the water. This section is one of the clearest examples of how Ohrid changes within a short distance. The busy centre falls behind, the streets narrow, and the lake becomes physically closer. The walkway leads toward Kaneo and the Church of St. John the Theologian. The church is often photographed from above, but it should also be approached from below. From the water level, the cliff, stone walls, and surrounding trees feel different. The area arou","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Plaošnik holds several periods in one place","x":"Plaošnik holds several periods in one place. Plaošnik is not one single monument. The area contains archaeological remains, religious buildings, and layers connected with the early Christian and medieval history of Ohrid. The reconstructed Church of St. Clement and St. Panteleimon stands within this wider archaeological landscape. For Macedonian cultural memory, the place is closely connected with St. Clement of Ohrid and the tradition of literacy and education associated with the Ohrid Literary School. For visitors, the most important thing is to look beyond one façade. Stone foundations, exc","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Samuel's Fortress explains the shape of the old town","x":"Samuel's Fortress explains the shape of the old town. Samuel's Fortress stands above Ohrid and defines the upper edge of the historic city. From its walls, the relationship between the lake, old town, harbour, Plaošnik, surrounding neighbourhoods, and mountains becomes easier to understand. The climb is part of the experience. Streets become steeper, houses open onto unexpected views, and the lake repeatedly appears between walls and roofs. The fortress is associated with the medieval period and with Tsar Samuel. Its present form reflects both historical use and later conservation. What matter","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"The houses are part of the heritage","x":"The houses are part of the heritage. Ohrid's traditional urban houses are easy to notice because their upper floors often project outward above narrower stone bases. This form responds to the steep terrain and limited space within the old town. It also gives the streets their distinctive scale. Some of the best-known houses, including the Robev House, now serve cultural or museum functions. Others remain part of the residential fabric. The important point is that the old town is not only a collection of churches. Its domestic architecture, courtyards, walls, views, and narrow passages are equa","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"The lake is heritage, not a background","x":"The lake is heritage, not a background. UNESCO recognises the Ohrid region for both natural and cultural heritage. That combined status matters. The lake is not simply a blue surface behind churches and houses. It is an ancient ecosystem, a source of local identity, and a living environment that requires protection. The pressure of construction, traffic, waste, and heavy tourism can affect both the city and the lake. Loving Ohrid therefore also means behaving carefully within it. Use established paths. Avoid leaving waste. Respect religious spaces and residential streets. Choose licensed boat ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/ohrid-more-than-a-postcard/","t":"Ohrid, More Than a Postcard","h":"Stay until the evening changes the city","x":"Stay until the evening changes the city. During the day, Ohrid can feel like a sequence of sights. In the evening, it becomes social again. People walk along the quay, meet for coffee, sit beside the water, return from the beaches, or move through the bazaar after the strongest heat has passed. Families, residents, visitors, and young people share the same public spaces. This is when the city becomes more than a heritage route. Ohrid is not only Kaneo at sunset. It is the walk before it, the climb above it, the houses around it, and the conversation that continues after the photograph has been","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","x":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers. A city best understood by crossing the river, changing neighbourhoods, and noticing what each period left behind.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"The Stone Bridge is a crossing between different worlds","x":"The Stone Bridge is a crossing between different worlds. The Stone Bridge is one of Skopje's most recognisable symbols, but its importance becomes clearer when we actually use it. On one side are Macedonia Square, the pedestrian streets, and the newer centre. On the other side begins the route toward the Old Bazaar, Kale, mosques, churches, inns, workshops, shops, and Bit Pazar. The bridge is now reserved for pedestrians. This slows the crossing and gives people time to notice how quickly the city changes around them. Street musicians, people meeting friends, tourists, workers, and families al","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"The Old Bazaar should be explored slowly","x":"The Old Bazaar should be explored slowly. The Old Skopje Bazaar stretches from the Stone Bridge toward Bit Pazar, with Kale rising above it. It contains shops, workshops, cafés, tea houses, mosques, churches, inns, museums, and streets whose function changes from one corner to the next. Some sections feel busy and commercial. Others become quiet within a few steps. The bazaar is protected as cultural heritage of special importance. That status reflects its historical value, but the area is not frozen in the past. People still work there, meet there, shop there, repair things, drink tea, eat, a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"Debar Maalo and the City Park belong to the living city","x":"Debar Maalo and the City Park belong to the living city. Visitors often remain between the square and the bazaar. Skopje's everyday social life becomes clearer when we move west toward Debar Maalo and the City Park. Debar Maalo is known for restaurants, cafés, older residential streets, newer buildings, and an evening atmosphere that can change from relaxed to crowded within a short distance. It is not one uniform neighbourhood. Some streets are loud and social, while others remain residential. The nearby City Park gives the area a different rhythm. People walk, exercise, meet friends, bring c","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"The earthquake is still present in the city's architecture","x":"The earthquake is still present in the city's architecture. On 26 July 1963, at 5:17 in the morning, a devastating earthquake struck Skopje. The disaster killed more than one thousand people and destroyed large parts of the city. The reconstruction that followed brought international assistance, new urban plans, and major modernist buildings. This period still shapes how Skopje looks and how its residents understand the city. The old railway station, partly preserved after the earthquake, now houses the Museum of the City of Skopje. It remains one of the clearest places to connect the present ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"Vodno is always part of the view","x":"Vodno is always part of the view. Vodno is one of the few elements that remains visible across very different parts of Skopje. The mountain rises south of the city and often works as a point of orientation. From streets, balconies, bridges, and neighbourhoods, looking toward Vodno helps people understand where they are. For residents, Vodno is not only a distant backdrop. It is a regular place for walking, cycling, exercise, family outings, and a quick escape from traffic. The routes and level of effort vary, which allows different people to create their own relationship with the mountain. Fur","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/skopje-a-city-of-many-layers/","t":"Skopje, A City of Many Layers","h":"Skopje is not one single image","x":"Skopje is not one single image. Skopje is easy to misunderstand when reduced to one square, one architectural period, or one political opinion. The city is the Stone Bridge and the streets beyond it. It is the Old Bazaar in the morning and Debar Maalo in the evening. It is the memory of 1963, the modernist city that followed, the neighbourhoods that expanded later, and the public spaces people continue to reshape through daily use. It is also a city of several languages and communities. That diversity is visible in neighbourhoods, markets, places of worship, family histories, food, and the way","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"Welcome to Macedonia","x":"Welcome to Macedonia. A country of mountains, open tables, long conversations, and stories that remain close wherever we go.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"A country of close distances and strong contrasts","x":"A country of close distances and strong contrasts. Macedonia is located in Southeast Europe, in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula. It has no sea, but water still plays an important role in the way people imagine and experience the country. Ohrid, Prespa, and Dojran are more than points on a map. They are places connected with summer memories, family trips, food, music, and local identity. The mountains are equally present. They surround cities, divide regions, shape the climate, and offer a constant sense that nature is close. The landscape can change quickly. From the busy streets of S","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"The first welcome is usually personal","x":"The first welcome is usually personal. Hospitality is one of the qualities most often associated with Macedonia, but it is difficult to understand it only as a word. It is visible in the small insistence that a guest should eat something. It is in the plate placed on the table even when you said you were not hungry. It is in the way a short visit can become an entire evening. It is also in the questions people ask, sometimes with a level of curiosity that may surprise someone visiting for the first time. This warmth is not performed only for tourists. It is part of family life, friendship, nei","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"Food is how we spend time together","x":"Food is how we spend time together. Macedonian food deserves its own stories, and it will have them in this section. Yet food cannot be separated from the way people spend time together. A meal is rarely only about eating. It is a reason to gather, wait for someone who is late, discuss what happened during the week, retell an old family story, and continue sitting long after the plates are empty. Different regions bring different dishes and flavours. Tavche gravche, ajvar, shopska salad, pastrmajlija, burek, grilled meat, stuffed peppers, local cheeses, and homemade pastries may appear in diff","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"History remains part of the landscape","x":"History remains part of the landscape. History in Macedonia is not limited to museums and books. It can be seen in the streets, religious buildings, archaeological sites, old bazaars, monuments, and the way towns developed over time. In Skopje, the Old Bazaar carries traces of different periods and communities. In Ohrid, churches, traditional houses, and the lake landscape form a place recognised internationally for both its natural and cultural heritage. Across the country, monasteries appear in mountains and valleys, often in places where the journey is part of the experience. There are also","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"A country of many communities","x":"A country of many communities. Macedonia is a multiethnic and multicultural country. Macedonians, Albanians, Turks, Roma, Serbs, Vlachs, Bosniaks, and other communities have shaped its cities, villages, languages, food, music, and traditions. Different religious buildings often stand within the same urban landscape. In markets and neighbourhoods, several languages can be heard within a short walk. This diversity is part of everyday life. It creates richness, but it also requires understanding, respect, and honest conversation. For visitors, it is important not to imagine Macedonia as culturall","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"Music, language, and the feeling of belonging","x":"Music, language, and the feeling of belonging. Some countries are remembered through images. Macedonia is often remembered through sound. Music is present at weddings, family celebrations, festivals, restaurants, village gatherings, and ordinary evenings that unexpectedly become lively. A familiar song can change the atmosphere within seconds. Someone begins to sing, another person stands up, and soon an oro forms even when nobody planned it. The Macedonian language also carries a strong emotional connection for those living abroad. A familiar expression, joke, or accent can immediately make a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-macedonia/welcome-to-macedonia/","t":"Welcome to Macedonia","h":"The Macedonia we carry with us","x":"The Macedonia we carry with us. For those of us who live abroad, Macedonia often becomes clearer from a distance. We begin to miss details that once seemed ordinary. The sound of the neighbourhood in the morning. The mountains visible from the city. The way relatives insist on sending food with us. The familiar chaos of a large gathering. The expressions that do not translate perfectly into another language. Distance can also help us look at home more honestly. Love for a country does not mean pretending that everything is perfect. It means caring enough to see both its beauty and its challeng","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","x":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food. Start with štruklji, jota, žlikrofi, frika, bograč, and potica. Together they reveal a cuisine shaped by regions rather than one fixed menu.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Štruklji change from table to table","x":"Štruklji change from table to table. Štruklji are rolled dumplings made with dough and filling, but that simple description hides how varied they can be. They may be boiled or baked. Fillings can include cottage cheese, walnuts, tarragon, apples, poppy seeds, or other ingredients. Some versions are savoury, some sweet, and some work as a side dish rather than a dessert. This flexibility is what makes štruklji useful as a first introduction. They are recognisably Slovenian, but they do not belong to one single recipe. In a mountain hut, cheese-filled štruklji may arrive after a hike. At a famil","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Jota belongs to the west","x":"Jota belongs to the west. Jota is a thick stew commonly associated with Primorska, the Karst, and the western part of Slovenia. Its core ingredients usually include sauerkraut or sour turnip, beans, and potatoes. Some versions include smoked meat or sausage. The result is sour, filling, and practical, especially in colder weather. For people from Macedonia, the combination of beans, preserved vegetables, and slow cooking may feel familiar even when the flavour is different. Jota makes sense in relation to the region. The Karst and Primorska carry Central European, Mediterranean, and local rura","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Idrijski žlikrofi have a very specific shape","x":"Idrijski žlikrofi have a very specific shape. Idrijski žlikrofi are small filled dumplings connected with the town of Idrija. Their potato-based filling commonly includes onion, fat, and herbs. The folded shape is distinctive and is often compared with a small hat. The dish has protected status at European level, which means that its name and preparation are tied to a defined traditional specification. Žlikrofi are usually served with sauce, meat, or as part of a fuller meal. In Idrija, they also connect food with the town's industrial and mining history. Practical, filling dishes were part of","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Frika tastes like the Soča Valley","x":"Frika tastes like the Soča Valley. Frika is strongly associated with the Soča Valley and the area around Tolmin, Kobarid, and Bovec. It is made from cheese and potatoes, with regional and household variations. The ingredients are simple, but the dish is rich and direct. Frika belongs to a landscape of mountain pastures, dairy traditions, and physically demanding work. It is not a light snack. It is the kind of food that makes more sense after time outdoors. For students and visitors based in Nova Gorica or the wider Primorska region, the Soča Valley is not a distant idea. It is part of the bro","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Bograč is a Prekmurje meal built for a group","x":"Bograč is a Prekmurje meal built for a group. Bograč comes from Prekmurje in northeastern Slovenia. It is a substantial stew usually made with several kinds of meat, potatoes, onions, paprika, and seasonal additions such as mushrooms. The name is connected with the cooking pot traditionally used for the dish. Bograč is food for time and company. It is often prepared in a larger quantity and works naturally at gatherings, outdoor events, and shared meals. Its flavour places Slovenia closer to the Pannonian world. Paprika, slow cooking, and the stew format make it distinct from the dairy and flo","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"Potica is connected with occasions","x":"Potica is connected with occasions. Potica is a rolled yeast pastry with filling and is one of the most recognisable Slovenian festive foods. Walnut filling is the best known, but tarragon, poppy seed, cottage cheese, hazelnut, and other versions also exist. The pastry is traditionally baked in a round mould with a central opening. Potica is not simply something sweet to order with coffee. In many families it is connected with Christmas, Easter, weddings, visits, and other important occasions. The effort matters. Preparing the dough, spreading the filling, rolling it evenly, and baking it succ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/a-first-taste-of-slovenian-food/","t":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","h":"One meal cannot explain the country","x":"One meal cannot explain the country. These six dishes lead to six different places. Štruklji open a wide family of recipes. Jota points west toward Primorska and the Karst. Žlikrofi belong to Idrija. Frika leads into the Soča Valley. Bograč places us in Prekmurje. Potica brings us to the festive table. Other regions would add their own dishes. Bela krajina has pogača. The coast brings fish, olive oil, and salt. Štajerska has its own soups, meats, pastries, pumpkin seed oil, and wine traditions. Alpine areas bring cheeses, žganci, and food connected with mountain pasture. The point is not to cr","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Get to know Slovenia","x":"Get to know Slovenia. Slovenia may be small on the map, but there is a lot to discover between the Alps, the Adriatic coast, green rivers, old towns, and quiet places that quickly…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"All stories","x":"All stories. MSOS Team • People & Identity Welcome to Slovenia A personal introduction to the landscapes, rhythms, and small everyday details that make Slovenia feel familiar. MSOS Team • Places & Nature Ljubljana Through Our Eyes The streets, neighbourhoods, habits, and quiet corners through which Ljubljana became part of our daily lives. MSOS Team • Places & Nature Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View A closer look at the walks, atmosphere, nearby nature, and personal moments hidden beyond Bled's best-known photograph. MSOS Team • Food & Flavours A First Taste of Slovenian Food A warm introducti","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Welcome to Slovenia","x":"Welcome to Slovenia. A personal introduction to the landscapes, rhythms, and small everyday details that make Slovenia feel familiar.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","x":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes. The streets, neighbourhoods, habits, and quiet corners through which Ljubljana became part of our daily lives.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","x":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View. A closer look at the walks, atmosphere, nearby nature, and personal moments hidden beyond Bled's best-known photograph.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food","x":"A First Taste of Slovenian Food. A warm introduction to dishes, regional flavours, and the food experiences that often stay in our memory.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","x":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You. The everyday customs and social habits that many newcomers begin to notice after spending time in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/","t":"Get to know Slovenia","h":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","x":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition. Castles, old towns, crafts, and traditions that reveal how Slovenia's past remains present in everyday life.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","x":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View. The island is the image everyone knows. The full character of Bled appears when you walk around the lake and let the view keep changing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"Walk the full circle","x":"Walk the full circle. The eastern side of the lake is the most formal part of Bled. Here, hotels, cafés, the lakeside promenade, and the main viewpoints create the version most visitors see first. This is a good place to begin, but not a good place to stop. Continue south toward Mlino and the atmosphere becomes less staged. The road and path remain close to the water, while the island appears larger and more detailed. Traditional pletna boats leave from this side of the lake, and small rowing boats can also be rented. Further west, the route reaches Velika Zaka. This side feels more open and a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"Mlino is where the island feels closest","x":"Mlino is where the island feels closest. The island dominates almost every image of Bled, but it is from the southern shore near Mlino that it begins to feel like a real place rather than a symbol. The traditional pletna is one of the best-known ways to reach it. The boat is rowed standing up by a pletnar, using a technique associated with Bled. The experience is calm, partly because motorised traffic on the lake is restricted. It is also possible to rent a rowing boat and make the journey independently. This changes the pace. The crossing becomes something you participate in rather than only ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"Ojstrica is short, steep, and worth the effort","x":"Ojstrica is short, steep, and worth the effort. Near Velika Zaka, a marked forest path leads toward Ojstrica. The climb is short, often described as around twenty minutes, but it is steeper than the lakeside walk. Good footwear is more useful here than a perfect outfit for photographs. At the top, the lake appears in the composition many people recognise. The island sits below, the castle rises on the opposite cliff, and the mountain ranges form the background. The difference is that the view now feels earned. Ojstrica is not a hidden place, and the small summit can become busy. Arriving earli","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"The quieter side begins at Zaka","x":"The quieter side begins at Zaka. Velika Zaka changes the rhythm of the walk. The lake opens up, the path becomes less formal, and the activity on the water becomes more visible. Bled has a long rowing tradition, and the western side is where this part of the place feels most present. During warmer months, people swim, sit on the grass, rent boats, or continue into the forest. In colder seasons, the same area can feel almost empty. This side of Bled is useful because it breaks the illusion that the lake exists only for viewing. It is also a working and recreational space. From Zaka, the route c","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"The castle is more than a distant silhouette","x":"The castle is more than a distant silhouette. Bled Castle is easy to recognise from below, but its position becomes clearer when you look back over the lake from the cliff. The castle stands above the northern shore and is described as the oldest castle in Slovenia in written sources. Its terraces provide a broad view of the lake, island, settlements, and mountains. The visit adds historical context, but the strongest part is spatial. From above, the route around the lake becomes visible. Mlino, Zaka, the island, and the hotel area can be understood as one connected landscape. The climb can be","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/lake-bled-beyond-the-famous-view/","t":"Lake Bled Beyond the Famous View","h":"Finish with kremšnita, but do not let it define the whole day","x":"Finish with kremšnita, but do not let it define the whole day. Bled cream cake, commonly called kremšnita, has become part of the town's identity. Its layers of puff pastry, vanilla cream, and whipped cream are simple, recognisable, and closely connected with the visitor experience. After walking around the lake or climbing to a viewpoint, it makes sense as a final pause. Still, Bled has more local food than one dessert. The surrounding area also offers trout, dairy products, honey, bread traditions, and ingredients connected with nearby farms and villages. The cake works best as part of the d","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","x":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes. Not a complete guide to the city, but a collection of places and routines through which many of us began to feel at home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"The river is where the city comes together","x":"The river is where the city comes together. The Ljubljanica is not only a view through the centre. It is one of the main ways people use and understand the city. A walk can begin near the market, pass the Triple Bridge and Prešeren Square, continue toward Congress Square, then move through Krakovo and Trnovo without feeling like a planned sightseeing route. The centre changes throughout the day. In the morning, deliveries arrive and cafés open. Around midday, students and workers cross the bridges in every direction. In the afternoon, the terraces fill. Later in the evening, people sit closer ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Saturday morning begins at the market","x":"Saturday morning begins at the market. The Central Market is one of the places where Ljubljana feels least like a postcard and most like a living city. Its outdoor stalls spread across Vodnik Square and Pogačar Square. Plečnik's covered market follows the curve of the Ljubljanica. People come for fruit, vegetables, bread, cheese, flowers, oil, and other local products, but shopping is only part of the experience. Saturday morning has its own rhythm. Some people arrive with a clear list. Others stop for coffee, meet someone they know, or walk through the stalls without buying much. The market b","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Trnovo is where the centre slows down","x":"Trnovo is where the centre slows down. A few minutes south of the busiest streets, Ljubljana changes character. Trnovo and Krakovo feel close to the centre, but they have a more residential and local rhythm. Small houses, gardens, the Gradaščica channel, Trnovo Church, and quieter streets make the area feel separate from the tourist route without being far away. Trnovo Bridge is one of the clearest examples of how Jože Plečnik shaped the city. The bridge does more than cross water. Its width, stone elements, and rows of birch trees make it feel like a small public square. Further along the riv","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Tivoli and Rožnik are part of the weekly routine","x":"Tivoli and Rožnik are part of the weekly routine. Tivoli is not only a park to visit once. For many people, it is part of the city's regular rhythm. Students pass through it, run there, meet friends, sit on the grass, visit exhibitions along the Jakopič Promenade, or continue uphill when they need more distance from the city. The park leads naturally toward Rožnik and Šiška Hill, creating a quick transition from formal city space to forest paths. That transition is one of Ljubljana's strongest qualities. Within a relatively short walk from the centre, traffic becomes quieter and the route begi","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Metelkova shows another side of Ljubljana","x":"Metelkova shows another side of Ljubljana. Ljubljana's most polished images usually focus on the castle, bridges, façades, and river. Metelkova shows a different city. The autonomous cultural centre developed in former military barracks and has been shaped by artists, volunteers, organisers, musicians, and different alternative communities. Its buildings are covered with murals, sculptures, mosaics, and interventions that continue to change. During the day, the area can feel almost like an open-air gallery. In the evening, it becomes a place for concerts, club nights, performances, and gatheri","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/ljubljana-through-our-eyes/","t":"Ljubljana Through Our Eyes","h":"Ljubljana is learned through small repetitions","x":"Ljubljana is learned through small repetitions. The places that become most important are not always the ones people recommend first. They may be the bakery near your bus stop, the table where your group always meets, a bench in Tivoli, the route through Trnovo, or the corner beside the river where you wait for friends. These places do not appear on a list of attractions, but they are where belonging begins. Ljubljana is compact enough for routines to form quickly. After a few weeks, the centre stops feeling like a destination. It becomes the space between other parts of life. That familiarity","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","x":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You. Not rules that describe every person, but small patterns many of us noticed while learning how everyday life works.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"The slippers are often waiting by the door","x":"The slippers are often waiting by the door. When visiting a Slovenian home, do not be surprised if you are asked to remove your shoes and offered slippers. In many households, outdoor footwear stays near the entrance. Guests receive indoor slippers, sometimes from a small collection kept specifically for visitors. For people from Macedonia, removing shoes may already feel familiar, but the organised supply of guest slippers can still be memorable. The gesture is practical. It protects the floor, keeps the home clean, and marks a clear boundary between outside and inside. The safest approach is","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Plans are often treated as real commitments","x":"Plans are often treated as real commitments. A phrase such as “we should meet sometime” can mean different things in different cultures. In Slovenia, social plans are often made with a specific day, time, and place. Once agreed, they are usually treated as a real commitment rather than a flexible suggestion. This can feel formal to someone used to more spontaneous arrangements. It can also be very helpful. People organise work, study, travel, family obligations, and free time carefully, so clarity shows respect. Being late without a message may be understood less casually than it is in some Ma","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Strangers greet each other in the mountains","x":"Strangers greet each other in the mountains. On a busy city street, people usually pass without greeting. On a mountain path, the rule changes. Hikers commonly say “dober dan,” “živjo,” or another short greeting when they pass, even if they have never met before. In mountain huts, conversations between strangers also begin more easily than they might in an urban setting. This habit reflects the social culture of hiking in Slovenia. The mountains are recreational spaces, but they also create a temporary sense of shared responsibility and community. The greeting is not an invitation to begin a l","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"“Dober tek” comes before the first bite","x":"“Dober tek” comes before the first bite. When food is served, people commonly say “dober tek,” meaning “enjoy your meal.” The phrase may be spoken by the person serving, by people already seated, or by everyone around the table before they begin eating. It is simple, but it matters. Starting immediately without acknowledging the shared meal can feel abrupt. The phrase also appears in canteens, restaurants, offices, student dining spaces, and family homes. It is not limited to formal occasions. Learning it is one of the easiest ways to participate in everyday Slovenian politeness. The response ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Quietness does not always mean distance","x":"Quietness does not always mean distance. Many Macedonians are used to fast conversations, overlapping voices, expressive reactions, and immediate personal questions. Some Slovenian interactions may initially feel quieter and more reserved. People may take longer to move from polite conversation to personal friendship. They may also protect private time and physical space more clearly. This should not automatically be interpreted as rejection. Trust may develop through repeated contact, shared activities, reliability, and time. A friendship can become very warm without beginning loudly. Regiona","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Sunday lunch can still organise the day","x":"Sunday lunch can still organise the day. For many families, Sunday lunch remains a recognisable weekly ritual. A traditional version may include soup, a meat dish, roasted potatoes or another side, and salad. The exact meal changes between households and regions, and many families no longer follow one fixed menu. What remains important is the time together. Sunday lunch can influence when people travel, visit relatives, or make other plans. Invitations may involve more than food because the meal becomes the centre of a family gathering. For a guest, arriving at the agreed time matters. The mea","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Nature is treated as a normal part of the week","x":"Nature is treated as a normal part of the week. In Slovenia, time outdoors is often not presented as a special holiday activity. Walking, cycling, hiking, running, skiing, gardening, and visiting nearby hills or forests can be part of a normal week. The exact landscape depends on where someone lives. Ljubljana has Tivoli and Rožnik. Maribor has the Drava and Pohorje. Nova Gorica connects quickly with the Soča Valley, the Karst, and the hills along the border. Koper and the Primorska region open toward the coast. Celje has river paths, nearby hills, and the route toward the castle. This habit i","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenian-habits-that-may-surprise-you/","t":"Slovenian Habits That May Surprise You","h":"Small habits become a language","x":"Small habits become a language. Guest slippers, precise meeting times, mountain greetings, “dober tek,” quiet trust, Sunday lunch, and regular time outdoors do not explain every Slovenian person. They do offer a practical introduction to everyday expectations. The best approach is to observe without turning habits into stereotypes. Ask when unsure. Notice regional differences. Allow people to surprise you. Culture is not a checklist. It becomes visible through repetition, especially after the unusual detail stops feeling unusual.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenias-stories-in-stone-and-tradition/","t":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","h":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","x":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition. Heritage is not one castle or museum. It can be a bridge used every day, a river disappearing underground, a mining town shaped by mercury, or knowledge passed…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenias-stories-in-stone-and-tradition/","t":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","h":"Plečnik changed Ljubljana through everyday routes","x":"Plečnik changed Ljubljana through everyday routes. Jože Plečnik did not redesign Ljubljana through one monumental building. He worked through a network of streets, bridges, markets, embankments, public spaces, and institutions. His interventions connected existing parts of the city and gave ordinary movement a ceremonial quality. The Triple Bridge turns a river crossing into a public gathering space. The covered market follows the Ljubljanica rather than turning away from it. The National and University Library creates a carefully staged movement from a darker entrance toward the reading room.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenias-stories-in-stone-and-tradition/","t":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","h":"Škocjan Caves reveal the scale beneath the Karst","x":"Škocjan Caves reveal the scale beneath the Karst. The Karst landscape does not reveal everything from the surface. At Škocjan, the Reka River disappears underground and passes through a vast cave system with one of the largest known underground river canyons. The experience is defined by scale. Paths and bridges move above the river, while the walls rise far beyond the normal dimensions of a tourist cave. The sound of water and the darkness make the space feel active rather than decorative. UNESCO inscribed Škocjan Caves on the World Heritage List in 1986 because of their exceptional geologica","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenias-stories-in-stone-and-tradition/","t":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","h":"Idrija was shaped by mercury","x":"Idrija was shaped by mercury. Idrija developed around one of the world's historically important mercury mines. Mining affected the town's streets, buildings, technical knowledge, health, working conditions, food, and family life. The heritage is therefore not limited to underground tunnels. The former mine entrance known as Anthony's Main Road gives visitors access to the mining story. Gewerkenegg Castle, once connected with mine administration and storage, now houses the Idrija Municipal Museum. Technical structures and water systems show how much organisation was required to extract and proc","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/get-to-know-slovenia/slovenias-stories-in-stone-and-tradition/","t":"Slovenia's Stories in Stone and Tradition","h":"Beekeeping is heritage that remains alive","x":"Beekeeping is heritage that remains alive. Slovenian beekeeping is not preserved behind glass. Beekeepers continue to care for colonies, share knowledge, breed the Carniolan bee, build and maintain apiaries, produce honey and other products, and organise through local societies. UNESCO inscribed “Beekeeping in Slovenia, a way of life” on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2022. The tradition includes practical knowledge, but also language, art, architecture, education, and social organisation. 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Dignissim senectus ut senectus curabitur condimentum gravida cras nibh ac. Lorem scelerisque tortor rhoncus viverra pharetra feugiat. Aleksandar Popovski Graphic designer at MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"Find your people in Slovenia","x":"Find your people in Slovenia. Meet people, join events, get support, create projects and become part of the Macedonian student community across Slovenia. Become a member See what we do","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"Frequently asked questions","x":"Frequently asked questions. Everything you wanted to know about studying and living in Slovenia, in one place.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"How can I get a student visa or residence permit?","x":"How can I get a student visa or residence permit?. Quick guide on what documents you need and how long it takes.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"What is the cost of living & housing in Slovenia?","x":"What is the cost of living & housing in Slovenia?. See average monthly expenses and where to find affordable housing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"Can I study in English, or do I need Slovene language?","x":"Can I study in English, or do I need Slovene language?. Find out which programs are in English, and when learning Slovene helps.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"Are there part-time jobs available? Can I work while studying?","x":"Are there part-time jobs available? Can I work while studying?. Learn about the student work possibilities and how to manage it while studying.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"What student benefits and discounts are available?","x":"What student benefits and discounts are available?. Ever heard of ‘Boni’? Student meal coupons that make eating out more affordable and planty more.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"What are tuition fees and are there scholarships?","x":"What are tuition fees and are there scholarships?. Info on tuition ranges and where to look for funding or fee waivers.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/","t":"Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia","h":"Still have questions?","x":"Still have questions?. Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Official information","x":"Official information. Official information about the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS): legal registration data, tax number, IBAN and contact details.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Organisation","x":"Organisation. Legal name Društvo Makedonska Študentska Organizacija v Sloveniji za študentsko podporo in kulturno sodelovanje Short name Društvo MŠOS za študentsko podporo in kulturno sodelovanje Legal form Association (društvo) Registered office Masarykova cesta 24, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Registration & tax","x":"Registration & tax. Registration number 4128133000 Tax number 44932448 VAT liable No Main activity (SKD) 94.999, Activities of other membership organisations n.e.c. Institutional sector (SKIS) S.15000, Non-profit institutions serving households Date of registration 9 September 2024","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Bank & contact","x":"Bank & contact. Bank NLB d.d., Ljubljana IBAN SI56 0284 3026 6115 703 SWIFT / BIC LJBASI2X Representative Kristijan Popovski, President Email info@msosorg.com Website www.msosorg.com","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Website content & liability","x":"Website content & liability. The information published on this website is provided by MSOS volunteers and students for general information and guidance only. While we try to keep it accurate and current, it may be incomplete, simplified, or out of date, and it does not constitute legal, financial, immigration, medical, or other professional advice. For binding and up-to-date information you must always check the official sources and the competent institutions (for example universities, eVŠ, the administrative units, ministries, and the health and tax authorities). Decisions should not be based","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/legal/","t":"Official information","h":"Photos, images & copyright","x":"Photos, images & copyright. 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With funding from MSOS events and the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of North Macedonia, we renovated a place in Ljubljana and turned it into a home for our community. The Hub is a shared space with the Macedonian Cultural Association “Macedonia” in Ljubljana, and is subsidised by the Municipality of Ljubljana. Together, we keep it open, warm and welcoming. Now we want to share it with Macedonian students, other student communities, and anyone looking for a friendly place to gather in Ljubljana.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"What you can do here","x":"What you can do here. A flexible space for gatherings of up to 50 people, whatever brings your community together.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Cultural & niche events","x":"Cultural & niche events. Small cultural evenings, talks, exhibitions and community happenings.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Birthdays & celebrations","x":"Birthdays & celebrations. Host a birthday, a name day or any celebration with your friends.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Sports watching","x":"Sports watching. Gather to cheer on the game together on the projector screen.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Singing & dancing","x":"Singing & dancing. An evening of music, singing and dancing, with the piano right there.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Meetings","x":"Meetings. A quiet, equipped room for club, society or team meetings.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"Project work","x":"Project work. Space to focus, brainstorm on the whiteboard and get things done together.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/msos-hub/","t":"MSOS Hub","h":"What’s inside","x":"What’s inside. 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Twenty-four students from six countries met in Ljubljana for the first shared activity of four student associations and joined the Path Around the Wire.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/","t":"News and updates","h":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","x":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani. Over 200 students gathered in Maribor, raising €1.000 through sport to support families hit by the Kočani tragedy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/","t":"News and updates","h":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","x":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy. On March 21, 2025, more than 600 people gathered at Kongresni trg in Ljubljana for a peaceful public gathering to honor the victims of the tragic fire in Kochani.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/","t":"News and updates","h":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","x":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music. 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This is an opportunity to speak directly with students who already live there, hear their experiences and gain a clearer picture of what everyday student life in Slovenia is r","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/meet-student-slovenia-2026/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2026","h":"Building this story together for the fourth year","x":"Building this story together for the fourth year. Meet Student Slovenia is taking place for the fourth time this year. With every new edition, we meet a new generation of young people considering studying in Slovenia, while also connecting generations of students who have already taken that path. For some, this will be the place where they finally get an answer to a question they have had for months. For others, it may be the first time they meet someone they will later see again in Ljubljana, Maribor, Nova Gorica, Celje or the Primorska region. That is why, for us, this event is more than sha","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/meet-student-slovenia-2026/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2026","h":"Moments from previous years","x":"Moments from previous years. A look back at 2023 and 2024 — the panels, the honest conversations and the community behind them. + See the full album See the full album from last year","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/meet-student-slovenia-2026/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2026","h":"Support MSOS and this event","x":"Support MSOS and this event. MSOS is built by students, for students. If you would like to help make Meet Student Slovenia possible, as a partner, a sponsor, or in any other way, we would love to hear from you.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/meet-student-slovenia-2026/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2026","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/proof-of-means-updated-2026/","t":"Proof-of-means amount updated to €507,43 per month","h":"Proof-of-means amount updated to €507,43 per month","x":"Proof-of-means amount updated to €507,43 per month. If you are applying for or renewing a student residence permit in Slovenia, you must prove you have enough money to support yourself. That requirement is tied…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/news/proof-of-means-updated-2026/","t":"Proof-of-means amount updated to €507,43 per month","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Press & media","x":"Press & media. Facts, contacts and a press kit for journalists, editors and partners writing about the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS).","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Press enquiries","x":"Press enquiries. For interviews, quotes, photos or partnership questions, write to us. We reply in Macedonian, Slovenian and English, usually within a couple of days. Download our logo English · colour English · white Slovenian · colour Slovenian · white Macedonian · colour Macedonian · white","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Download our logo","x":"Download our logo. English · colour English · white Slovenian · colour Slovenian · white Macedonian · colour Macedonian · white","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"MSOS at a glance","x":"MSOS at a glance. Full legal name Društvo Makedonska Študentska Organizacija v Sloveniji za študentsko podporo in kulturno sodelovanje Preferred name Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS) Founded 5 March 2023 (as a student initiative) Officially registered 9 September 2024 Based in Ljubljana, Slovenia What we do Support, events, community and advocacy for Macedonian students, from application to graduation Languages Macedonian, Slovenian, English Website msosorg.com","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"MSOS around the web","x":"MSOS around the web. A selection of coverage, listings and official records that mention MSOS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"In the media","x":"In the media. YouTube Interview with the MSOS president Inovativnost.mk Meet Student Slovenia 2025 Fakulteti.mk On the founding of MSOS Kultura Beta ‘Muabet so MSOS’ interview Radio MOF Meet Student Slovenia 2025 Antoris.mk Macedonian students in Slovenia Radio Free Europe News report Netpress Slovenia and Macedonia backing youth Okno.mk Feature on MSOS MMS News feature Najdobro.mk Why students choose Slovenia","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Universities and institutions","x":"Universities and institutions. University of Ljubljana Listed among student associations UL Welcome Guide 2026 (PDF) Featured in the UL welcome guide UL Faculty of Economics Hosted MSOS and a Macedonian delegation EF-NET (UL EF) Slovenia–North Macedonia conference Central Technical Library (CTK) ‘Morning Coffee at CTK’ Macedonian Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce news","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Official records","x":"Official records. AJPES National business register Bizi.si Business record CompanyWall Company profile PIRS Business directory iTIS (Siol) Directory entry Moja občina Ljubljana directory Minimum.si Business record eBonitete Business record","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Reference and encyclopedias","x":"Reference and encyclopedias. Wikipedia (Slovenian) Encyclopedia entry EverybodyWiki Encyclopedia entry","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/press/","t":"Press & media","h":"Government and public figures","x":"Government and public figures. Facebook Meeting with MSOS (S. Andonovski) Facebook Meeting with the MSOS president minisel.gov.mk Government meeting (Ministry) Writing about MSOS, or know of coverage we should list here? Tell us and we will add it.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Privacy Policy","x":"Privacy Policy. How the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia collects, uses, and protects your personal data.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Who we are","x":"Who we are. The data controller responsible for your personal data is the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS), Masarykova cesta 24, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia. You can contact us about anything in this policy by email at info@msosorg.com or info.msosorg@gmail.com.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"What data we collect","x":"What data we collect. Depending on how you use the website, we may process the following personal data: Your email address, if you subscribe to our newsletter. Your name, only if you choose to provide it in the newsletter form. The content of any message you send us, if you contact us by email. Basic technical data that your browser sends automatically (such as IP address, browser type, and the date and time of your request), stored temporarily in server logs for security and troubleshooting. We do not knowingly collect any special categories of data, and we do not use profiling or automated d","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Why we use your data and our legal basis","x":"Why we use your data and our legal basis. Newsletter: to send you news, event invitations, and student information you asked to receive. Our legal basis is your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR). Replying to your messages: to answer your question or request. Our legal basis is our legitimate interest in communicating with you (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR). Website security and stability: to keep the site working and protect it from misuse. Our legal basis is our legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"The newsletter","x":"The newsletter. We send our newsletter using MailerLite, an email service provider based in the European Union that processes the data on our behalf. When you enter your email address, we use double opt-in: MailerLite first sends you a confirmation email, and you are added to the list only after you confirm. This protects you from being subscribed without your knowledge. Every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link, so you can leave the list at any time. You can also unsubscribe by emailing us at info@msosorg.com or info.msosorg@gmail.com.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Who has access to your data","x":"Who has access to your data. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We share it only with the service providers that help us run the website and the newsletter, and only so they can perform those tasks for us: MailerLite, which delivers our newsletter (European Union). Our hosting provider, which stores the website and its server logs. We may also disclose data if we are required to do so by law or by a valid request from a public authority.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"International data transfers","x":"International data transfers. We try to keep your data within the European Union or the European Economic Area. Where a provider needs to process data outside the EEA, it must do so under the safeguards required by the GDPR, such as the European Commission’s Standard Contractual Clauses.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"How long we keep your data","x":"How long we keep your data. Newsletter email address: until you unsubscribe or withdraw your consent, after which we remove it from our active list. Email correspondence: for as long as needed to deal with your request, and a reasonable period afterwards. Server logs: kept for a short period, then deleted or anonymised.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Your rights","x":"Your rights. Under the GDPR you have the right to: access the personal data we hold about you; correct data that is inaccurate or incomplete; erase your data (“the right to be forgotten”); restrict or object to our processing; receive your data in a portable format; withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing before the withdrawal. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@msosorg.com or info.msosorg@gmail.com. If you believe we have handled your data unlawfully, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner of the Republic of Slove","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Cookies","x":"Cookies. This website uses strictly necessary and preference cookies, and Google Analytics to measure how the site is used, but only if you accept analytics cookies through our consent banner. We do not use advertising cookies. You can read more in our Cookie Policy .","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Data security","x":"Data security. We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, but we work to keep your data safe and to review our measures over time.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Children","x":"Children. This website is not directed at children. If you are younger than 15, which is the age of consent for information society services in Slovenia, please do not subscribe to the newsletter without the consent of a parent or guardian.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Changes to this policy","x":"Changes to this policy. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the date at the top of the page. Please check back occasionally to stay informed.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/privacy-policy/","t":"Privacy Policy","h":"Contact us","x":"Contact us. If you have any questions about this policy or about how we handle your data, contact us at info@msosorg.com or info.msosorg@gmail.com or by post at Masarykova cesta 24, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","x":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani. Over 200 students gathered in Maribor, raising €1.000 through sport to support families hit by the Kočani tragedy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"A day full of energy","x":"A day full of energy. The event took place at the Leon Štukelj Sports Hall, which came alive with cheering, laughter, and the sound of basketballs and futsal balls bouncing across the courts. From the very beginning, you could feel that this was not just about competition. It was about community. Teams lined up and ready for the start of the tournament. We welcomed 12 basketball teams and 4 futsal teams, made up not only of Macedonian students but also of friends from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Spain. That mix of cultures and languages created a special vibe, proof that solidarity doe","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"More than just a tournament","x":"More than just a tournament. The matches lasted over six hours, and the atmosphere never slowed down. Friends came to support their teams, music kept the hall lively, and there was always someone explaining the background to newcomers: \"We are doing this for Kočani.\" That constant reminder turned every point scored into something bigger than sports. At the end of the tournament, symbolic prizes were awarded to the winners. They were not just trophies. They were a way to honor everyone who gave their time and energy to be part of the event. When victory means more than a game, lifted high by th","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"The humanitarian impact","x":"The humanitarian impact. The most important result was not on the scoreboard but in the donations box. Together, we raised €1.010, which was split between two Macedonian families whose children were undergoing treatment in Slovenia. It was not just money. It was a message that they were not alone, that the student community stood with them during the hardest of times. High-fives, trophies, and smiles, celebrating victory on and off the court.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"Why it mattered","x":"Why it mattered. For MSOS, this tournament was more than a one-day event. It showed that our community has the strength to respond to challenges with compassion and action. We proved that student life is not only about lectures and exams, or even about parties and fun. It can also be about solidarity, empathy, and humanity. And maybe most importantly, this was just the beginning. With \"Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani\", we did not only create a successful humanitarian action. We set the foundation for a tradition that will continue to remind us that together, we can make a difference. A","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"Acknowledgments and thanks","x":"Acknowledgments and thanks. The tournament would not have been possible without the support of our partners and community. We are grateful to the University of Maribor for providing the entire Leon Štukelj Sports Hall free of charge, to Macedonia Trade for taking care of the refreshments and gifts for the winning teams, and to Radenska for supplying water for all participants. Thanks to Macedonia Trade and Radenska for supporting the tournament with drinks and refreshments for the players. A huge thank you also goes to our MSOS Maribor team and volunteers, who worked tirelessly to make this ev","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/humanitarian-tournament-in-maribor/","t":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-frosina-kulakova/","t":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","h":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","x":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova. On February 8, 2025, Macedonian students in Ljubljana gathered for a peaceful public event to honor the memory of Frosina Kulakova, who tragically lost her…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-frosina-kulakova/","t":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","h":"A message of unity","x":"A message of unity. This gathering was not about politics or criticism. It was about togetherness, humanity, and shared responsibility. As students abroad, we wanted to show that we care, that we remember, and that we hope for a better tomorrow where such injustices will no longer happen. By standing side by side in moments like these, we learn that our strength lies not only in our studies and ambitions but also in our ability to support one another when it matters most.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-frosina-kulakova/","t":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","h":"Closing thoughts","x":"Closing thoughts. Frosina’s story reminded us of the fragility of life and the importance of solidarity. We are grateful to all who came, who lit a candle, or who simply stood with us in silence. As an organization, MSOS will always strive to provide a space where students can come together, in joy, in struggle, and in remembrance, to shape a community that carries both hope and responsibility for the future. Rest in peace, Frosina. 🕊️🙏🏻","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-frosina-kulakova/","t":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-the-kochani-victims/","t":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","h":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","x":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy. On March 21, 2025, more than 600 people gathered at Kongresni trg in Ljubljana for a peaceful public gathering to honor the victims of the tragic fire in Kochani.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-the-kochani-victims/","t":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","h":"The gathering in Ljubljana","x":"The gathering in Ljubljana. On March 21, the square in Ljubljana was filled with silence and candlelight. What began as an expectation of around 200 attendees grew into a gathering of more than 600 people of all ages. The program opened with a short address by the MSOS president, followed by a 16-minute silence to honor the victims, one minute for each March day leading up to the tragedy. Students, families, and members of the wider community laid flowers and lit candles, creating a sea of light and color that remained untouched for weeks after, as no one dared to disturb the memorial. The atm","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-the-kochani-victims/","t":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","h":"A message beyond borders","x":"A message beyond borders. This gathering was a reminder that even away from home, students carry their roots, their compassion, and their voice for justice. It was not a promotional act but a human one, a sign that the new generation wants to build a future where solidarity and care define who we are. The event also received coverage in Slovenia, with the MSOS president giving a short interview for RTV Slovenia, reflecting on the importance of standing united in difficult times.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-the-kochani-victims/","t":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","h":"Closing words","x":"Closing words. The tragedy in Kochani showed us how fragile life is, but also how strong we can be when we come together. In Ljubljana, the student community stood side by side, sending love and respect back home. May the victims rest in peace.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/in-memory-of-the-kochani-victims/","t":"In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Projects","x":"Projects. The events, projects and moments that bring the Macedonian student community in Slovenia together.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"All our projects","x":"All our projects. MSOS Team • 20 Jun 2026 • Event Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026 Coffee, fruit, snacks, and a little breathing room in the middle of exam season. MSOS Team • 19 May 2026 • Event President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana Students, professors, and representatives of the diplomatic community gathered at the Faculty of Law for a lecture on constitutional transformations and the European integration process. MSOS Team • 11 May 2026 • Event SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens An online session with the National Bank of the Repu","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","x":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026. Coffee, fruit, snacks, and a little breathing room in the middle of exam season.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","x":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana. Students, professors, and representatives of the diplomatic community gathered at the Faculty of Law for a lecture on constitutional transformations and the European integration process.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","x":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens. An online session with the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia helped students and parents understand what SEPA means for everyday euro payments between North Macedonia, Slovenia, and the wider European area.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","x":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub. A half-day gathering with games, homemade food, conversations, and the first look at a new space created for the student community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","x":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together. Forty five students gathered at Lepa Žoga to support Macedonia, meet one another, and test a format that can become a regular part of MSOS sports activities.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Kafanska večer","x":"Kafanska večer. Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students filled AULA café for an evening of live music, shared tables, and a format MSOS had wanted to explore.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","x":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event. Twenty-four students from six countries met in Ljubljana for the first shared activity of four student associations and joined the Path Around the Wire.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament in Maribor","x":"Humanitarian Sports Tournament in Maribor. Over 200 students played with heart in Maribor, raising 1,010 € for families hit by the Kočani tragedy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"In Memory of the Kochani Victims","x":"In Memory of the Kochani Victims. More than 600 people gathered in Ljubljana to honor the victims of the Kochani fire.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Paint & Wine at Sunset","x":"Paint & Wine at Sunset. Paint, wine, and music brought students together in Gorizia for the first MSOS Nova Gorica event.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova","x":"In Memory of Frosina Kulakova. Macedonian students in Ljubljana gathered in candlelight to honor Frosina’s memory.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","x":"Watching Handball Together in Slovenia. From Ljubljana to Maribor, students filled cafés with flags, chants, and laughter for the national team.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024. When student stories turn into the first step towards a new home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024","x":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024. When exams somehow become easier with Saturday morning coffee, burek, and good company!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023. Through honest first-hand stories, future students received support for their first step towards their new home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","x":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana. From an idea to a party with 500 students, that's how our story began!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/","t":"Projects","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","x":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event. Twenty-four students from six countries met in Ljubljana for the first shared activity of four student associations and joined the Path Around the Wire.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"Organised together by","x":"Organised together by. This was the first event organised jointly by four student associations: the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS), STUDI (the Serbian student association in Slovenia), DBHSS (the Bosnian and Herzegovinian student association in Slovenia), and DHSS (the Croatian student association in Slovenia).","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"An idea shared between four associations","x":"An idea shared between four associations. The event began one month earlier through an informal conversation between the presidents of four student associations. MSOS joined STUDI, DBHSS, and DHSS with one practical idea: create an activity where students from their communities could meet naturally, without a formal programme or a stage between them. The Path Around the Wire offered the right setting. It was public, active, and open to everyone. Instead of inviting students into a closed venue, the associations could bring them together outside and begin with something as direct as walking in ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"Six countries at one meeting point","x":"Six countries at one meeting point. The registration list showed the range of the group before the event even began. Ten participants registered from Serbia, six from Bosnia and Herzegovina, four from Slovenia, two from Macedonia, one from Croatia, and one from Montenegro. The result was not a gathering built around one national community. It was a meeting between several student communities that already shared the same city, universities, and many of the same experiences of living abroad. That made the first minutes outside the faculty important. People arrived, found the group, spoke with so","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"From the faculty toward Bežigrad","x":"From the faculty toward Bežigrad. At 08:45, the group left the meeting point and headed toward the Path Around the Wire checkpoint beside AMZS in Bežigrad. The official 2025 recreational route followed a 33 kilometre circuit around Ljubljana and allowed participants to begin at several checkpoints. For this MSOS collaboration, the confirmed shared activity was the gathering outside the faculty and the group movement toward the Bežigrad starting point. This distinction matters because the event was not organised as a competition or a test of distance. Its purpose was to create a first shared ex","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"A first activity with a clear next step","x":"A first activity with a clear next step. The organisers had set one main goal: connect the student associations and bring their members together through a shared event. The group achieved that with 24 participants, six represented countries, and no direct expenditure by MSOS. More importantly, the four associations completed their first joint activity and agreed that it should not remain the last one. The event showed that cooperation did not always need a large stage, a complex programme, or a major budget. It needed a clear meeting point, divided responsibilities, communication between the t","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/joint-walk-path-around-the-wire/","t":"Joint Walk at the \"Path Around the Wire\" Event","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"Kafanska večer","x":"Kafanska večer. Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students filled AULA café for an evening of live music, shared tables, and a format MSOS had wanted to explore.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"Organised with","x":"Organised with. STUDI: initiated the collaboration and led the main event organisation. SKC Pupin (Serbian Cultural Centre and Mihajlo Pupin Library): organising partner. Party Maniacs: event production and operational organisation. MSOS: community and promotional partner.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"An invitation from STUDI","x":"An invitation from STUDI. The collaboration began when Angelina Stojković from STUDI contacted MSOS with a proposal to join an event that their organisation already had experience producing. The roles were clear from the beginning. STUDI, SKC Pupin, and Party Maniacs handled the main organisation, including the venue, band, table arrangements, ticket collection, finances, and operational details. MSOS joined as a community and promotional partner, sharing the event through its social channels and encouraging Macedonian students to attend. The format made sense for two reasons. MSOS wanted to o","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"A room shaped by two student communities","x":"A room shaped by two student communities. The audience was mainly Serbian, with a visible Macedonian group participating throughout the evening. An internal estimate counted approximately 25 tables, around 20 occupied mainly by Serbian students and 5 mainly by Macedonian students. Those numbers reflected the different sizes of the communities involved, but they also showed that Macedonian students were interested in the format. They did not attend only as observers. They joined the shared tables, songs, and movement across the room. The photographs from the evening capture this better than a f","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"When the tables stopped being boundaries","x":"When the tables stopped being boundaries. The defining part of the evening came once people no longer remained only with the groups they had arrived with. The tables had organised the room at the beginning. Live music slowly changed that structure. Students stood up, moved closer to the performers, sang together, and crossed from one part of the venue to another. The evening created the type of atmosphere that had originally made MSOS interested in the idea: familiar music, an informal setting, and enough time for people to meet without a fixed programme directing every interaction. This was n","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"What MSOS learned from the collaboration","x":"What MSOS learned from the collaboration. A successful public atmosphere does not mean that every part of the organising process is simple. The report prepared after the event highlighted several lessons for future collaborations. MSOS needs to be involved earlier and more directly when an event includes ticketing, contracts, financial planning, venue arrangements, band selection, and legal responsibilities. Clear responsibilities are important, but shared oversight is equally important. For future events of this kind, the organisation wants to understand the complete process rather than parti","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"A first answer to a future idea","x":"A first answer to a future idea. Kafanska večer confirmed that students were interested in an evening built around live regional music and a relaxed social atmosphere. It also gave MSOS a clearer picture of what a future Macedonian kafana evening would require: stronger involvement from the beginning, fewer unclear responsibilities, transparent planning, and a format shaped directly around the Macedonian student community. The night in AULA was therefore not only a well attended gathering. It was a practical first answer to an idea the organisation had already been discussing. The interest was","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/kafanska-vecher-2025/","t":"Kafanska večer","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","x":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana. From an idea to a party with 500 students, that's how our story began!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"How an idea for socializing became the start of a movement","x":"How an idea for socializing became the start of a movement. It all began with a simple wish, to gather, get to know each other, and feel Macedonia, even though we were far from it. Kristijan Popovski, then a student at the School of Economics and Business in Ljubljana, shared his idea with a few colleagues, and the response was incredible. In less than two weeks, over 40 students joined the organizing team. Everyone contributed their enthusiasm and time, and the shared spirit and desire to connect turned this spontaneous initiative into an event we would remember for a long time. Photos from t","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"The taste and smell of Macedonia in the heart of Ljubljana","x":"The taste and smell of Macedonia in the heart of Ljubljana. The party started at 8:00 PM and was designed in two parts. The first part was a real gastronomic and cultural journey through Macedonia. Students could try bread with ajvar and white cheese, Macedonian wine, tasty snacks, and traditional drinks. The tables were also filled with other authentic products that reminded everyone of home. All these flavors and aromas were made possible thanks to the support of the Macedonian products store “Makedonija Trade,” which selflessly contributed to making this part of the evening truly enjoyable.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"Support from the Macedonian community and diplomacy","x":"Support from the Macedonian community and diplomacy. The evening was enriched by the presence of important guests from the Macedonian community in Slovenia. The President of the Union of Macedonian Cultural Associations in Slovenia, Mr. Blagoja Nasteski , joined the event, confirming the importance of such initiatives for preserving the Macedonian spirit and tradition in the diaspora. Kristijan and Bisera together with Ambassador Zelenkovska and the President of the Union of Macedonian Associations, Mr. Nasteski We were especially honored to welcome the Ambassador of North Macedonia to Sloveni","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"A beginning to remember","x":"A beginning to remember. That night wasn't just another student party, it was the moment we realized we had started something bigger. Instead of the expected 100 guests, about 500 students came to the club, and the energy was incredible. New friendships were made, songs were sung from the heart, and Macedonian culture and tradition took center stage for the entire evening. This night laid the foundation for the Macedonian Student Organization in Slovenia and showed us that with enthusiasm, unity, and a bit of courage, it's possible to create something that brings people together and gives them","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/macedonian-student-night-in-ljubljana/","t":"Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023. Through honest first-hand stories, future students received support for their first step towards their new home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"What lies behind student life in Slovenia?","x":"What lies behind student life in Slovenia?. Instead of dry information, students had the opportunity to hear real stories, from those who are already walking the same path. Students from Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper talked about their challenges, first impressions, funny situations, and moments when community support was crucial. And the audience? They absorbed everything with great attention, because exactly those questions that are never written in brochures, here they received honest answers. Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska recounts his student experience at the Faculty of Mana","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Voices that inspire","x":"Voices that inspire. Our members Kiara Lazić, Angel Naumov, Klimentina Čapovska, and Igor Arsov appeared on stage, each with their own story, their own faculty, their own city. Together with moderator Leon Šumanski and host Vasil Hanџiski, they transformed the panel into a real conversation that felt more like a friendly get-together than a formal discussion. They talked about exams, new friendships, life in student dorms, and how important it is not to give up even when things seem hardest. Photograph from the opening of the event with the host Vasil Hanџiski. Photograph of the event particip","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Behind the scenes, our supporters","x":"Behind the scenes, our supporters. The event would not have been possible without the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje, Capital Financial Center, Dijag, and Radio MOF. But the real strength came from MSOS members in preparing the event and the students with their questions, their energy, and their curiosity. At the event, we received significant support and assistance from Melita Sekulovska in organizing the space and Aleksandar Popovski in designing the organization's website. We sincerely thanked them for their dedicated work, as well as ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Why was it special?","x":"Why was it special?. Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger. Photographs of the attendees at the event!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Practical advice first-hand","x":"Practical advice first-hand. A special moment of the event was the address by the Consul of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, Mr. Martin Glazar. He briefly presented the most important steps of the process for obtaining a temporary residence permit, one of the biggest concerns and challenges for all foreign students in Slovenia. In this way, future students gained a clearer picture of what awaits them and how to more easily deal with administrative procedures. Photograph of the consul introducing students in an interesting way to the process of obtaining a temporary r","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"For those who were not physically present with us","x":"For those who were not physically present with us. Not everyone managed to be present in the hall, but that's why we made sure no one was left without this experience. We broadcast the event live through our Facebook page, and the recording is still available. If you want to experience the atmosphere and hear the stories first-hand, you can watch the entire event at this link here. Photograph of the event poster!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"See you in Slovenia!","x":"See you in Slovenia!. With \"Meet Student Slovenia 2023,\" we managed to extend a hand to new students and show them that an exciting journey full of new friendships, challenges, and successes awaits them. We sincerely hope that next time we will meet right there, in the lecture halls, student dorms, and on the streets of Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper. This event would not have been possible without the support of our partners and friends, to whom we extend our immense gratitude: Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia (partner) NLB Bank Skopje (main sponsor and patron) Capital Fi","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2023/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2023","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","x":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024. When student stories turn into the first step towards a new home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"\"Coffee chat\" with future colleagues, but on a panel discussion","x":"\"Coffee chat\" with future colleagues, but on a panel discussion. Our goal was never to create \"dry presentations.\" Instead, we organized a panel, a real conversation with four students who are already living the Slovenian student life. Marija Koštrevska from the University of Ljubljana, Vasil Hanџiski from the University of Maribor, Sofija Matovska from the University of Nova Gorica, and Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska spoke about everything: the first days away from home, how to find accommodation, what student \"boni\" (subsidized meals) are, and what it's like to build a new circl","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"What remained behind us","x":"What remained behind us. This evening was not just an exchange of information. It was a moment when future students understood that they are not alone in their worries and fears. Every question received an answer from experience, every dilemma was resolved with a real-life example. Many left encouraged, with new friends, and with the feeling that Slovenia is no longer so distant and unknown. In the photos: Marko Ivanovski, event host (top-left), Lea Janačkovska, coordinator (top-center), Marko Arsov, presenter (top-right). The bottom picture shows representatives of the Embassy, the Management","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"The support that made a difference","x":"The support that made a difference. \"Meet Student Slovenia 2024\" would not have looked this way without the help of our partners and friends. We extend great gratitude to the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje as the patron and main sponsor of the entire event, and Capital Financial Center, who with their support made it possible for the event to be realized at this high level. Photograph of the newly printed MSOS stickers. Photograph from the handing over of flowers as a sign of gratitude to the Embassy, Capital Financial Center, and NLB Bank Skopje. Speci","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"Why was it special?","x":"Why was it special?. Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger. Moments when the participants ask questions to the panelists! 😌✨","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"For those not physically present with us","x":"For those not physically present with us. We know that not everyone managed to attend the NLB Gallery, but we therefore provided a high-quality livestream. The event was broadcast live and is now available for re-watching. If you want to feel the atmosphere and hear the honest stories from the panel, you can watch the entire event here 👇 Photograph of the event poster!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"See you in Slovenia!","x":"See you in Slovenia!. \"Meet Student Slovenia\" is not just an event. It is a place where future students take their first step, with support, with first-hand advice, and with the feeling that they are not alone. And this year we managed to create that feeling, and that is the greatest victory. See you again next year! P.S. Every year after a successfully organized event, the MSOS team traditionally heads to the nearest tavern, for an evening full of socializing, singing, and emotions! 😊 That's why it's worth being part of our team! Join us. Photograph of the team behind the event! This year we ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/meet-student-slovenia-2024/","t":"Meet Student Slovenia 2024","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","x":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026. Coffee, fruit, snacks, and a little breathing room in the middle of exam season.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"A different kind of exam morning","x":"A different kind of exam morning. The event was not designed around a formal programme or a long schedule. It was created as a simple pause during one of the most intense parts of the academic year, giving students a reason to step away from studying for a moment, eat something, have a warm drink, talk, laugh, and recharge. coffee, fruit, snacks, and small surprises waiting for students before another morning of studying.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Why we keep coming back to CTK","x":"Why we keep coming back to CTK. Morning Coffee began from a very simple observation. During exam season, students spend long hours in libraries and study spaces, often moving from one deadline or exam to the next. CTK becomes one of the places most closely connected with that routine. Instead of asking students to attend another organised programme, MSOS decided to meet them where they already were. The idea was to create something easy and informal. Students did not need to register, prepare, or stay for a fixed amount of time. They could stop for a coffee, grab some fruit or chocolate, join ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Two hours without an agenda","x":"Two hours without an agenda. From 09:00 until 11:00, students could take whatever kind of break they needed. There was hot Nescafe for anyone who needed an early boost, fruit and snacks for those heading into another long study session, chocolates for a quick bit of energy, other drinks, stickers, and small activities that made the space feel more like a student gathering than a distribution point. The atmosphere stayed deliberately relaxed. There were no speeches and no expectation that someone needed to stay. People arrived naturally, met friends, started conversations, and then continued wi","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Four editions later","x":"Four editions later. By 2026, Morning Coffee in Front of CTK had reached its fourth edition. What started as a simple exam-period initiative has gradually become one of the small traditions through which MSOS stays close to students during the moments when university life becomes most demanding. Its value is not in having a complicated programme. It is in being there. A table with coffee and food, a few familiar faces, a short conversation, and a reason to stop studying for a moment can be enough to make a stressful morning feel lighter. The fourth edition continued that idea in the same way i","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk-2026/","t":"Morning Coffee in Front of CTK 2026","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","x":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles. When exams somehow become easier with Saturday morning coffee, burek, and good company in at CTK!","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"Beating Exam Stress with Coffee","x":"Beating Exam Stress with Coffee. The exam session always brings stress, hours and hours of studying, conversations revolving only around exams, first and second attempts, passed or not, some taking the exam for the first time, and some for the fifth time. That's why we decided to take a short break to catch our breath: to relax, to laugh, and to remind ourselves that we're in this study stress together. Hundreds of students lined up in front of CTK, waiting even before opening to secure a spot in the library on time. With a cup of hot coffee in hand, and thanks to Burek Olimpija , we enjoyed d","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"We asked two questions that revealed a whole palette of student emotions","x":"We asked two questions that revealed a whole palette of student emotions. For an extra dose of interaction, we set up two big boards with questions that simply make you want to answer: “How do I survive the exam session?\" and \"Kako bi opisal počutje med izpitnem obdobjem?” (“How would you describe your feelings during the exam period?\" in Slovenian). The reactions were instant, students rushed to write, and the answers were everything but boring: from \"chaotic\" and “We want to sleep! (not in CTK)!\" to \"chill\", \"stressed\", \"exhausted\", \"happy\" and \"sleepy\". In other words, a whole spectrum of s","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"How we went from coffee to a flight simulator and 3D printing machines","x":"How we went from coffee to a flight simulator and 3D printing machines. As a bonus for students, in cooperation with the university's technical library, the program was enriched with a CTK exhibition, where a flight simulator, 3D printers, and other interesting equipment were presented. Students could try them out and then rent them for free at the CTK Creative Studio, part of their educational program.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"Coffee and burek = motivation to get up every day and study for 12 hours","x":"Coffee and burek = motivation to get up every day and study for 12 hours. Around 150 people visited the joint stand of MSOS, Skupina Povezani, and CTK to hang out, have coffee, grab a snack, and exchange stories among books and deadlines. The event took place in an excellent atmosphere, lots of smiles, new acquaintances, and a small reminder that even in the most stressful periods, there's always time for coffee and good company. Part of the atmosphere at the joint stand See you again next year, even more relaxed and with even more coffee! Good company, lots of memories, and exam stress overco","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/morning-coffee-in-front-of-ctk/","t":"Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","x":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music. Paint, wine, and music brought students together in Gorizia to celebrate Women’s Day and mark the first MSOS Nova Gorica event.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"A first for MSOS Nova Gorica","x":"A first for MSOS Nova Gorica. This was more than just an event. It was the first official activity organized by our new MSOS Nova Gorica team. With support from the Macedonian Cultural Association \"Ohridski Biseri\", we transformed the cozy venue Etnoteca Mama Angela into a space filled with creativity and laughter.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Art, music, and togetherness","x":"Art, music, and togetherness. The concept was simple but powerful: a Paint & Wine Night where anyone could sit down with a canvas, brushes, and a glass of wine, and let inspiration take over. No prior painting experience was needed. Some chose to create symbolic pieces honoring women, others painted freely from the heart. A live DJ set gave the evening a vibrant rhythm, turning it into more than just a workshop. It became a celebration. Between brushstrokes and beats, students connected, shared stories, and enjoyed an atmosphere that was both creative and festive.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Why it mattered","x":"Why it mattered. Held on March 8, International Women’s Day, the event carried a deeper meaning. It was a chance to celebrate and appreciate women, not only through words but through art. The paintings that came out of the night were diverse, personal, and full of color, much like the student community itself. To capture the spirit of the night, we created an aftermovie, which you can watch below.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Looking ahead","x":"Looking ahead. Paint & Wine Night showed that MSOS Nova Gorica is ready to bring fresh ideas and energy to our student family. From wine glasses clinking to canvases filling with color, the night left everyone with memories and a few paint-stained fingers, that will not be forgotten.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/paint-and-wine-at-sunset/","t":"Paint & Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art & Music","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","x":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana. Students, professors, and representatives of the diplomatic community gathered at the Faculty of Law for a lecture on constitutional transformations and the…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Organised with","x":"Organised with. Faculty of Law, University of Ljubljana as official host and organiser, the Embassy of the Republic of North Macedonia in the Republic of Slovenia in institutional cooperation, and MSOS supporting student outreach, promotion, and participation in the follow-up student discussion.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"A lecture room filled by more than one field of study","x":"A lecture room filled by more than one field of study. The lecture was organised by the Faculty of Law at the University of Ljubljana in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of North Macedonia in Slovenia. In the lead-up to the event, MSOS worked with the Embassy to share the invitation with students and encourage them to take part. That outreach helped bring the event beyond the usual audience of one faculty. Students from different fields entered the lecture room alongside professors, ambassadors, and other guests, creating a setting in which an official presidential visit also becam","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Constitutional change, the EU path, and an academic return to Ljubljana","x":"Constitutional change, the EU path, and an academic return to Ljubljana. The lecture, titled \"Constitutional Transformations on the Road to the EU: Reform of Constitutional Engineering?\", focused on questions surrounding constitutional change and European integration. President Siljanovska-Davkova discussed the constitution as the highest legal act and as a framework through which political systems, institutions, and relationships between citizens and the state are organised. The lecture also explored constitutional amendments as instruments of reform and the questions that arise when constitu","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Questions from the room","x":"Questions from the room. After the main lecture, the programme opened into a Q&A session. Students and other participants were able to raise questions directly, extending the event beyond a one-way presentation. The English-language format also made the discussion accessible to an academically diverse audience and to representatives of the international and diplomatic community present in the room. For MSOS, this was an important part of the event. Bringing students into the room mattered, but giving them an opportunity to listen, ask, and take part in a discussion with the President made the ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Conversations beyond the lecture hall","x":"Conversations beyond the lecture hall. The official programme did not end when the lecture room emptied. A small reception with snacks in the hall outside gave students, professors, guests, and diplomatic representatives time to continue conversations in a more informal setting. The change in atmosphere created space for introductions, short exchanges, and discussions that are often difficult to have during the formal part of an event. For students, moments like these are part of what makes institutional visits valuable. They turn a formal programme into an opportunity to meet people from diff","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"A smaller meeting focused on students","x":"A smaller meeting focused on students. After the official programme, members of MSOS joined other students and professors for a smaller meeting with President Siljanovska-Davkova. The conversation created an opportunity to discuss matters important to Macedonian students in Slovenia, the role of the student community, and possibilities for stronger cooperation in the future. For MSOS, this was an especially valuable continuation of the day. The organisation's role was not only to help bring students to the lecture, but also to ensure that students had space to be part of the wider conversation","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Part of a wider official visit to Slovenia","x":"Part of a wider official visit to Slovenia. The lecture formed part of President Siljanovska-Davkova's official visit to Slovenia from 17 to 19 May 2026, undertaken at the invitation of Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar. During the visit, the two presidents met in Ljubljana and discussed bilateral relations and North Macedonia's European integration. President Siljanovska-Davkova also met the President of the Slovenian National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, representatives of the Macedonian community, Macedonian professionals working in science, culture, and medicine, and members of the Slov","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/president-siljanovska-davkova-lecture-2026/","t":"President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova at the University of Ljubljana","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","x":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens. An online session with the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia helped students and parents understand what SEPA means for everyday euro payments…","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Made possible with","x":"Made possible with. The webinar was organised jointly by two partners. The National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia served as co-organiser and expert partner, while MSOS acted as co-organiser and provided student community outreach.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Why SEPA mattered to our community","x":"Why SEPA mattered to our community. For students and families living between North Macedonia and Slovenia, sending euros across borders is not an abstract financial topic. It can mean paying rent, receiving support from home, transferring money between accounts, covering university-related costs, or simply understanding why one international payment costs more than another. That is why MSOS joined the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia to organise a public webinar focused specifically on the practical side of SEPA. North Macedonia became part of the geographical scope of the Sing","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"From the system to everyday payments","x":"From the system to everyday payments. The main presentation was delivered by Anita Hegjkezi , Head of Section in the Payment Systems Directorate, and Miki Velichkovik , analyst at the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia. Rather than focusing only on financial terminology, the session explained SEPA through the questions most relevant to citizens. Participants learned what joining the SEPA area changes, how euro transfers are processed, what users should expect from their banks, and which practical benefits may appear when sending or receiving money across borders. For students in ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Questions from students and parents","x":"Questions from students and parents. The webinar concluded with an open question-and-answer session. The 20 participants, including students and parents, were able to ask about the practical situations that matter to them directly. This was an important part of the format because changes in payment systems often become clearer only when they are connected to a real transfer, a bank account, or a specific problem someone has already encountered. The session gave participants an opportunity to receive explanations directly from specialists working with payment systems at the National Bank, rathe","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Bringing expert information closer to students","x":"Bringing expert information closer to students. The webinar reflected one of the ways MSOS can support students beyond social and community activities. When a change directly affects everyday student life, the organisation can help connect the community with the institution that has the expertise to explain it. In this case, cooperation with the National Bank created a direct channel between students, families, and specialists working on the payment system itself. For MSOS, the value of the event was not simply explaining what the abbreviation SEPA means. It was helping students understand how","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/sepa-webinar-2026/","t":"SEPA Payments: Practical Aspects and Challenges for Citizens","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","x":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub. A half-day gathering with games, homemade food, conversations, and the first look at a new space created for the student community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"Made possible with","x":"Made possible with. Makedonsko kulturno drustvo Makedonija supported the renovation and development of the Hub. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of the Republic of North Macedonia provided financial support for the renovation and development of the space. MSOS added further funding from the organisation's own saved finances, together with the renovation work, organisation, and future management of the Hub. after a winter of renovation, the Hub was finally ready to welcome the community it was created for.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"A new space for the community","x":"A new space for the community. The Hub was renovated during the winter with the support of Makedonsko kulturno drustvo Makedonija , financial support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of the Republic of North Macedonia , and part of MSOS's own saved finances. The goal was never simply to have an office. MSOS wanted a place that students could actually use. A place for smaller events, workshops, meetings, cultural activities, informal gatherings, project work, celebrations, parties, and the many everyday moments that do not need a large venue but still need a home. For an o","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"A day for the people behind MSOS","x":"A day for the people behind MSOS. The opening was combined with a teambuilding because the space only makes sense when it is connected to the people who keep the organisation moving. Throughout the day, members talked about MSOS, the activities organised over the years, and the different ways people have contributed to the organisation. There was time to look back, but also to talk about future ideas and how the Hub could help make more of them possible. The gathering was not structured as a formal meeting. Instead, the programme moved naturally between conversations, games, food, and activiti","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"Games, homemade food, and a little MSOS history","x":"Games, homemade food, and a little MSOS history. One of the activities tested how well members really knew MSOS. The quiz covered the organisation's roots, past events, projects, and moments from its development. It was a light way to revisit the story of MSOS while giving newer members a chance to discover details they might not have known. The rest of the day followed the same relaxed rhythm. Homemade food was prepared for the gathering, together with different snacks and drinks. Among the drinks was Skopsko beer, adding a familiar Macedonian detail to a day centred on community. More than a","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"A small thank you to the people who keep showing up","x":"A small thank you to the people who keep showing up. The gathering was also an opportunity to recognise the members who have given their time, ideas, and energy to MSOS. Members received small thank-you notes as a personal sign of appreciation for their contribution to the organisation. It was a simple gesture, but an important one. MSOS has grown through people volunteering their time around studies, work, and everyday responsibilities. The Hub itself is another result of that accumulated effort. Opening the space together therefore felt like the right moment to say thank you.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"What the Hub is here for","x":"What the Hub is here for. The opening on 28 February was only the beginning. The MSOS Hub is intended to become a flexible home for smaller parts of student life that are often difficult to organise elsewhere. It can host planning meetings, workshops, cultural evenings, smaller educational activities, project sessions, social gatherings, celebrations, parties, and informal meet-ups. It can also become a place where a new student can enter without needing a formal reason to be there. The purpose is simple: to give the Macedonian student community in Slovenia a space where ideas can start, peopl","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/teambuilding-hub-opening-2026/","t":"MSOS Teambuilding and Opening of the MSOS Hub","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","x":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia. From Ljubljana to Maribor, Macedonian students filled cafés with chants, flags, and laughter while watching the national handball team.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"Two cities, one spirit","x":"Two cities, one spirit. This winter, the World Handball Championship brought more than just matches on screen. It brought Macedonian students together. In Ljubljana, the initiative came from a student, Ljuben Najdovski, who suggested that MSOS host a group watch of the match against Guinea held on January 19, 2025. With quick organization and support from the local café Lepa Žoga, a space was reserved, sign-ups were collected, and soon enough 25 students filled the place with flags, chants, and laughter. Fans gathered at the Ljubljana base to cheer for Macedonia together. Just a week later, th","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"More than just watching the game","x":"More than just watching the game. What made these events special was not only the sport. It was the way students created a piece of home abroad: waving flags, sharing drinks, shouting \"Ајде Македонија!\" at the screen, and laughing together at missed shots or brilliant saves. For newcomers, it was a chance to instantly feel part of a community. For others, it was a reminder that even hundreds of kilometers from home, they were not cheering alone. Two of our MSOS Maribor organizers enjoying the evening at the fan event.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"A new tradition in the making","x":"A new tradition in the making. From Ljubljana to Maribor, these watch parties showed that supporting the national team can be more than sports. It is a way to build friendships, strengthen community, and carry a piece of Macedonia wherever we go. With each match, the energy grows, and one thing is certain: these gatherings will continue to be part of the MSOS story. A snapshot of our team in Maribor. A snapshot of our team in Ljubljana.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-handball-together-in-slovenia/","t":"Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","x":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together. Forty five students gathered at Lepa Žoga to support Macedonia, meet one another, and test a format that can become a regular part of MSOS sports activities.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"A short preparation for a clear idea","x":"A short preparation for a clear idea. The event was organised between 15 and 18 November. Hristijan Josifoski coordinated the activity, while Monika Jakimova supported its promotion. The short preparation period meant that the format needed to remain focused and easy to communicate. The objective was not only to watch one football match. MSOS wanted to create another opportunity for Macedonians in Slovenia to meet, strengthen the sporting spirit within the community, and see whether similar activities should become more regular. The event was organised without direct expenditure by MSOS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"Forty five students in one room","x":"Forty five students in one room. The response showed that the idea had found the right audience. Forty five students joined the gathering, more than the organising team had initially expected. The venue brought together people who already knew one another and others who arrived through their connection with the national team and the wider Macedonian student community. A football match naturally gives people something shared to react to. Every attack, missed chance, discussion, and change in momentum becomes part of the room. People do not need a formal introduction before they begin speaking. ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"Sport as a reason to meet","x":"Sport as a reason to meet. The event had four connected goals. It created a social occasion for Macedonians living and studying in Slovenia. It encouraged a shared sporting atmosphere. It tested whether students would respond to this type of activity. It also created a starting point for future social and sports events. The feedback after the gathering was positive. The attendance and atmosphere showed that students are interested in events that are easy to join, connected with something they already follow, and organised in a setting where conversation can happen naturally. This format does n","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"A format worth continuing","x":"A format worth continuing. The report's main recommendation was direct: organise sports activities more often and explore different formats. That could include future football matches, handball gatherings, tournaments, outdoor activities, or other shared sports experiences. The importance of this evening lies in that continuation. It showed that a sports event can serve two purposes at the same time. It can bring people together around competition, while also helping a student community feel more connected. Forty five students came to watch Macedonia and Wales. They also left MSOS with a clear","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"Like what we do?","x":"Like what we do?. Become a member or support MSOS so we can create even more moments like this. Become a member Support MSOS","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/projects/watching-macedonia-wales-football-match/","t":"Watching the Football Match Between Macedonia and Wales Together","h":"Never miss an MSOS update","x":"Never miss an MSOS update. News, announcements and open calls, straight to your inbox. We care about your data in our privacy policy","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"How university study works","x":"How university study works. The academic year, ECTS, grades, exam registration, the referat, learning Slovenian, tutoring, and extracurricular ECTS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Academic year and ECTS","x":"Academic year and ECTS. The Slovenian academic year generally runs from 1 October to 30 September, but teaching and exam periods differ between universities and faculties, so always save your own calendar. A standard full-time year usually represents 60 ECTS, and individual courses carry credits based on expected workload.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Student status and how long your rights last","x":"Student status and how long your rights last. Almost every student benefit in this guide, subsidised meals, subsidised transport, student work through a napotnica, and student housing, depends on having active student status. Under Slovenian law you hold these rights for one study programme per level (one bachelor, one master), and only while you are not regularly employed, not running a registered activity, not on the unemployment register, and not a company or institute director. The standard duration is the length of the programme, but it can extend: normally one extra year for repeating a ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Grades","x":"Grades. 10: excellent 9 and 8: very good 7: good 6: sufficient 1 to 5: fail Check programme rules because assessment details vary.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Exam registration is your responsibility","x":"Exam registration is your responsibility. University of Primorska shows how detailed rules can be: registration several days before the exam, withdrawal before a separate deadline, a waiting period after a late withdrawal, absence, or failed attempt, limits on attempts, and fees for later or commission attempts. These exact numbers are not national rules; read your faculty’s assessment regulation and portal instructions.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Referat and university systems","x":"Referat and university systems. The faculty student office (referat) handles administrative study questions. A useful email includes your name, student or application number, programme, year, a clear question, the relevant deadline, and an attachment where necessary. During the first week, learn the student portal, course and exam registration systems, the e-classroom, official email, eduroam, library search and repository, and any digital student identity.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Learning Slovenian","x":"Learning Slovenian. A programme advertised in English may still use Slovenian for administration, placements, local professional settings, some electives, and everyday life. Useful routes include university language courses, Leto plus for eligible first-year international students at University of Ljubljana, the Center za slovenščino kot drugi in tuji jezik, free self-study through Slonline, and faculty conversation groups. Some programmes require B2 Slovenian for admission, so check the annual call before applying.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Tutoring, representation, and extracurricular ECTS","x":"Tutoring, representation, and extracurricular ECTS. A tutor can help with course selection, systems, and the first semester. The student council (študentski svet) represents student views inside the university and appoints students to bodies that may decide on academic matters such as exceptional progression. Some universities formally credit selected extracurricular activities: COD at University of Ljubljana, KOOD at University of Maribor, and selected University of Primorska activities including sport and alliance programmes. Check enrolment periods, available places, and whether the activit","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/academic-life/","t":"How university study works","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana student life University of Maribor student portal University of Nova Gorica student guide University of Primorska welcome portal Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"Essential administrative tools","x":"Essential administrative tools. EMŠO, a tax number, SI-PASS, a bank account, and a phone plan unlock almost every other service.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"EMŠO","x":"EMŠO. EMŠO is the Slovenian personal identification number. A foreign applicant may use a temporary eVŠ identifier during application. The actual EMŠO is assigned later through the Slovenian institution or authority. Check that the name is correct, the date of birth is correct, and the number is consistent across university and state records.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"Slovenian tax number","x":"Slovenian tax number. Use form DR-02 (available in English). A foreign natural person can submit the request personally, through an authorised person, or by post. Prepare identity evidence and supporting documents. The official FURS page on the tax number for a foreign natural person explains how to get it and states that the certificate is normally issued within eight days. You may need it for student work, a bank, digital identity, tax procedures, and contracts.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"SI-PASS and smsPASS","x":"SI-PASS and smsPASS. SI-PASS provides access to electronic public services. For smsPASS registration, the current official requirements include a SI-PASS account, Slovenian tax number, EMŠO, mobile phone, and identity verification. Do not wait for smsPASS to begin an eVŠ study application if another permitted login method is available.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"Bank account","x":"Bank account. Compare monthly fee, card fee, online banking, international transfers, ATM access, student package, required residence evidence, and closing conditions. A Slovenian account is commonly needed for student-work payments and some scholarships. For a step-by-step walkthrough of the providers and documents, see our blog guide on how to open a Slovenian bank account as an international student .","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"Phone","x":"Phone. Begin with prepaid service if your residence and financial situation are not stable. Before signing a subscription, check contract duration, termination fee, required documents, roaming, data limits, eSIM, and network coverage in your city.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"University digital identity","x":"University digital identity. Every university has its own account system: a student information system, university email, Moodle or another e-classroom, timetable, exam registration, certificates, eduroam, and Microsoft 365 or similar tools. At University of Primorska the enrolment number forms the username and the STUDO app can combine email, timetable, grades, exam functions, a digital student identity, and building access.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/administrative-basics/","t":"Essential administrative tools","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. FURS tax number for a foreign natural person FURS eUprava eVŠ application portal Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","x":"You have been accepted, what happens next?. Admission is not always enrolment. Read the decision, complete enrolment, get your certificate of enrolment, and check any charges.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"The national enrolment system your decision comes from","x":"The national enrolment system your decision comes from. Slovenian bachelor and integrated-master admission runs through a national system worth understanding, because it explains the timing and the decision you receive. The ministry publishes the call for enrolment (Razpis za vpis) in late January or early February, listing every programme and the number of full-time (redni) and part-time (izredni) places. There are then three application rounds: Round 1: you submit one application listing up to three programmes in priority order at any Slovenian faculty, and you are placed in the first one wh","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Read the decision completely","x":"Read the decision completely. Check the programme, study form, year of entry, conditions, appeal deadline, enrolment deadline, required next action, and delivery method.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Acceptance is not always enrolment","x":"Acceptance is not always enrolment. A positive selection or admission decision may still require a separate faculty enrolment process. The faculty may ask you to enter its student portal, confirm personal information, upload a photograph, choose electives, accept regulations, pay an enrolment contribution, submit final original evidence, and complete enrolment electronically or in person.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Certificate of enrolment","x":"Certificate of enrolment. After enrolment, obtain the certificate of enrolment (potrdilo o vpisu), student number, official university email, portal access, timetable information, and student-office contact. Request multiple electronic copies if possible; you may need it for residence, health procedures, a bank, student meals, transport, student work, scholarships, and accommodation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Charges","x":"Charges. A tuition exemption does not mean that every cost is zero. Institutions may charge permitted enrolment, material, fieldwork, laboratory, card, or other programme-related contributions. Ask for the legal basis, the price list, the payment deadline, the refund rule, and whether payment is required before enrolment is final.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Appeal","x":"Appeal. An appeal is a formal process with a fixed deadline. Contact the institution immediately if the wrong applicant category was used, a document was overlooked, a grade was entered incorrectly, the recognition decision contains an error, or you believe selection criteria were applied incorrectly.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Prepare for the first academic decisions","x":"Prepare for the first academic decisions. Soon after enrolment, check orientation or freshers’ week, course and elective selection, the deadline for changing an elective, application for special-needs or special status, tutor contact, the student council and faculty societies, university email and portal, library registration, and language support. Some faculties permit elective changes only near the beginning of the year; the exact deadline belongs to the faculty.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/admission-and-enrolment/","t":"You have been accepted, what happens next?","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana bachelor and integrated master admissions University of Maribor future-student portal University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica admissions Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/application-deadlines/","t":"Current application deadlines","h":"Current application deadlines","x":"Current application deadlines. The 2026/2027 bachelor and master periods for Macedonian citizens, by university. Always open the exact current call.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/application-deadlines/","t":"Current application deadlines","h":"Bachelor, first year, Citizen of North Macedonia","x":"Bachelor, first year, Citizen of North Macedonia. Institution Category 2026/2027 periods University of Ljubljana Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; restricted 2 to 3 September University of Maribor Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; 3 to 4 September where available University of Primorska Western Balkans 18 February to 30 June; 20 to 27 July; 20 August to 3 September; 23 to 24 September University of Nova Gorica Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; 1 April to 1 July; 1 August to 1 September; 10 to 24 September","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/application-deadlines/","t":"Current application deadlines","h":"Master, Citizen of North Macedonia","x":"Master, Citizen of North Macedonia. Institution Category 2026/2027 periods University of Ljubljana Western Balkan or non-EU Faculty and programme specific University of Maribor Non-EU 31 March to 30 April; possible 24 August to 4 September; possible 22 to 23 September University of Primorska Western Balkans 8 April to 3 August; 13 to 20 August; 1 to 8 September; 23 to 24 September University of Nova Gorica Programme call 18 February to 18 March; 1 April to 1 June; 1 August to 1 September; 10 to 24 September","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/application-deadlines/","t":"Current application deadlines","h":"Critical warning","x":"Critical warning. Application and document deadlines are not always the same. A programme may accept the application first and allow final evidence later, but this must be stated in the call. When an institution lists several rounds, ask whether the intended programme still has places before relying on a later period.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/application-deadlines/","t":"Current application deadlines","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana bachelor and integrated master admissions University of Ljubljana master study University of Maribor future-student portal University of Primorska 2026/2027 deadline table University of Nova Gorica admissions Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"Your arrival checklist","x":"Your arrival checklist. What to do in the first 72 hours, the first week, and the first month after you reach Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"First 72 hours","x":"First 72 hours. Reach verified accommodation. Inspect the room and record damage. Obtain keys and payment receipt. Confirm whether the provider registers the address. Inform family that you arrived. Contact the faculty or student office. Store originals securely. Locate a pharmacy, grocery store, transport stop, and emergency route. Check your legal-stay timeline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"First week","x":"First week. Finish enrolment. Download certificate of enrolment. Confirm your real EMŠO. Register temporary residence within the applicable deadline. Visit ZZZS with RM/SI 3. Obtain a tax number if needed. Register for student meals. Apply for student transport. Activate the official university email. Learn the timetable and portal. Attend orientation. Contact MSOS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"First month","x":"First month. Check residence-permit progress. Confirm insurance validity. Choose or contact healthcare services. Open a bank account if needed. Set a monthly budget. Learn waste and building rules. Join the library. Register with a student-work service only if you plan to work. Learn exam registration. Save renewal dates in a calendar. Explore the city in which you actually study.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"Changing your mind early","x":"Changing your mind early. Some institutions use a mid-October date for withdrawal that may preserve the student’s one repeat or programme-change opportunity. This is not a universal rule. Before withdrawing, ask the referat in writing about loss of student status, residence consequences, tuition, housing, meals and transport, scholarship, and whether the withdrawal consumes the repeat or change opportunity.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"One folder for receipts","x":"One folder for receipts. Keep proof of rent, deposit, permit, insurance, university payments, transport, bank, tax, student work, and official postage.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/arrival-checklist/","t":"Your arrival checklist","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia ZZZS guidance for students in Slovenia eUprava subsidised student ticket GOV.SI subsidised student meals FURS tax number for a foreign natural person Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Applying for a bachelor degree","x":"Applying for a bachelor degree. The eVŠ process, the document package, the 2026/2027 rounds by university, and why you should apply early.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Who this page applies to","x":"Who this page applies to. Macedonian citizens who completed or are completing secondary education outside Slovenia and are applying for the first year of a bachelor or integrated master programme.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Main process","x":"Main process. Read the national call and the institution’s instructions. Apply electronically through eVŠ. Select up to the number of programme preferences permitted by the call. Start recognition of foreign secondary education inside the application. Upload supporting documents and complete any aptitude or ability test. Monitor eVŠ for requests and the selection decision, then enrol after acceptance.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Typical document package","x":"Typical document package. Final secondary-school certificate and annual school reports Matura or final-exam evidence Certified Slovenian translation where required Signed chronological education history Passport copy and programme-specific evidence The exact package is stated in the call and any later request issued through eVŠ.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"2026/2027 rounds for Macedonian citizens","x":"2026/2027 rounds for Macedonian citizens. University Category 2026/2027 periods University of Ljubljana Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; restricted 2 to 3 September period University of Maribor Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; 3 to 4 September where available University of Primorska Western Balkans 18 February to 30 June; 20 to 27 July; 20 August to 3 September; 23 to 24 September University of Nova Gorica Non-EU 18 February to 18 March; 1 April to 1 July; 1 August to 1 September; 10 to 24 September Later rounds may not open if all places are filled. If secondary school is already completed, doc","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"How the national bachelor system is structured","x":"How the national bachelor system is structured. The first application period is the main route; later periods depend on remaining places and applicant category. In the first application, candidates rank programme preferences in order, and the system considers the first programme for which the applicant meets the conditions and has sufficient points.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Enrolment limits and points","x":"Enrolment limits and points. An institution may introduce an enrolment limit (omejitev vpisa) when applications exceed places. Without a limit, applicants who meet the entry conditions are generally admitted. With a limit, applicants are ranked using published criteria such as final-exam or matura results, grades from selected years, specific subjects, and aptitude-test results. A Macedonian applicant must first satisfy recognition and access conditions.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/bachelor-application/","t":"Applying for a bachelor degree","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia eVŠ application portal University of Ljubljana bachelor and integrated master admissions University of Maribor future-student portal University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica bachelor application procedure Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"How to choose the right programme","x":"How to choose the right programme. Compare the programme first, then the city. Use information days well, and confirm language and aptitude-test requirements early.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Do not begin with the city alone","x":"Do not begin with the city alone. A city can shape your experience, but the programme determines your academic path. Compare the programme first, then evaluate whether the city supports the life you want.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Bachelor checklist","x":"Bachelor checklist. Type of programme, duration and ECTS, language of instruction Required secondary qualification, subjects, and selection formula if places are limited Aptitude or ability test Separate number of places for non-EU or Western Balkan applicants Tuition category, practical training, and continuation to master study Exact study location","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Master checklist","x":"Master checklist. Eligible bachelor fields and minimum ECTS of the prior degree Additional obligations for applicants from another field Selection based on average grade, interview, exam, portfolio, or work Language requirements and full-time or part-time form Tuition, whether the programme runs every year, and the exact teaching location","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"University overview","x":"University overview. University of Ljubljana has the largest choice and city, with housing pressure as the main challenge and a central non-EU bachelor procedure. University of Maribor is a large public university integrated into the city, with dormitory market prices for foreign students. University of Primorska is based in Koper and the coast, with separate Western Balkan places and early housing demand. University of Nova Gorica is smaller with several study locations and multiple rounds while places remain. Slovenia also has independent and private higher-education institutions. Check accr","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Use information days well","x":"Use information days well. Information days (informativni dnevi) are normally held in mid-February, usually on a Friday morning and afternoon and again on Saturday morning, which lets you visit around three faculties across the two days. The exact date changes each year, so check it. Visit at least two or three programmes so you have something to compare, and go even if you are fairly sure, because the atmosphere and the current students tell you things the website does not. Before the visit, read the programme structure and ECTS, check attendance rules, and look for placements and exchanges. ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Which programmes require an aptitude test","x":"Which programmes require an aptitude test. Some programmes require an aptitude or ability test (preizkus nadarjenosti) in addition to your recognised secondary qualification, and the score you get is often decisive for admission. These are mostly art, design, architecture, sport, and some education and health programmes. At the University of Ljubljana they include the Academy of Music, AGRFT (theatre, radio, film, television), the Academy of Fine Arts and Design, Landscape Architecture, the Faculty of Architecture, the Faculty of Sport, Textile and Clothing Design, Fine-Arts Pedagogy, Logopedi","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Language is an admission condition","x":"Language is an admission condition. Some programmes require proof of Slovenian at B2 or another specified level. Others are taught in English but still use Slovenian for administration, placements, or local professional practice. Before applying, confirm the formal language requirement, the language of compulsory courses and placements, which certificates are accepted, and the deadline for providing the certificate.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/choose-a-programme/","t":"How to choose the right programme","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia University of Ljubljana bachelor and integrated master admissions University of Maribor future-student portal University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica admissions Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","x":"Your complete journey to Slovenia. Nine stages from researching a programme to your first year, with residence, health, and housing handled in parallel.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Research","x":"Research. Bachelor Read the annual national call for enrolment. Confirm whether the programme is academic, professional, or an integrated master. Check admission subjects, selection criteria, language, non-EU or Western Balkan places, and aptitude tests. Compare the actual city where teaching takes place. Master Read the university or faculty call. Confirm whether your bachelor field is directly eligible. Check whether the programme committee may assign additional courses. Verify language, interview, motivation letter, portfolio, references, or work-experience requirements.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Prepare documents","x":"Prepare documents. Valid passport, final diploma, annual school reports, transcript, and diploma supplement as relevant. Certified translations when requested, a chronological education statement, and programme-specific evidence. High-quality digital scans. Do not wait until the final application day to discover that a translation or document is missing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Submit through eVŠ","x":"Submit through eVŠ. Open the correct call and select the correct applicant category. Enter previous education completed abroad and start the recognition request inside the application. Select programmes in the permitted order, upload every attachment, press Submit, and save the confirmation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Recognition and selection","x":"Recognition and selection. The institution checks whether your previous education grants access, whether documents are complete, whether programme conditions are met, and your ranking where applications exceed places. Recognition is not a separate optional service. For applicants educated abroad, it is part of the admission process.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Admission and enrolment","x":"Admission and enrolment. After a positive decision, read the enrolment instructions, complete enrolment, pay only officially required charges, obtain the certificate of enrolment, and confirm when student status starts.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Residence, health, and housing","x":"Residence, health, and housing. Do these in parallel: confirm the residence pathway, obtain RM/SI 3, search for accommodation, and prepare proof of sufficient means and accommodation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Travel and arrival","x":"Travel and arrival. Carry in hand luggage your passport, admission and enrolment evidence, residence evidence, RM/SI 3, accommodation contract, education originals, medical documentation, and emergency funds.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"First week","x":"First week. Move in, complete enrolment if pending, and confirm the real EMŠO. Register the address, submit RM/SI 3 to ZZZS, and obtain a tax number if needed. Activate student meals, arrange transport, learn the portal, attend orientation, and contact MSOS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"During the year","x":"During the year. Track residence and insurance expiry dates and renew benefits each academic year. Inform institutions when your address, passport, programme, or status changes. Ask before withdrawing, changing programme, pausing, or beginning regular employment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/complete-student-journey/","t":"Your complete journey to Slovenia","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia application guidance Recognition of foreign education for study Study in Slovenia residence information ZZZS guidance for students in Slovenia Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Prepare your documents correctly","x":"Prepare your documents correctly. One master folder, clear filenames, the difference between original, copy, translation, and legalisation, and basic data protection.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Create one master folder","x":"Create one master folder. Use a clear structure such as passport, secondary school, bachelor degree, translations, eVŠ, admission, residence, health insurance, accommodation, enrolment, tax and bank, and renewals. Store it securely in two locations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Filename examples","x":"Filename examples. passport-name-valid-until-2031.pdf secondary-final-certificate-original.pdf secondary-final-certificate-slovenian-translation.pdf bachelor-transcript-all-years.pdf evs-submission-confirmation-2026.pdf","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Original, copy, translation","x":"Original, copy, translation. Original: document issued by the institution Copy: reproduction of the original Certified copy: copy formally confirmed as matching the original Translation: language version Certified translation: translation prepared or certified for official use Legalisation: confirmation of document authenticity where required","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Passport and criminal-record certificate","x":"Passport and criminal-record certificate. Residence authorities may consider passport validity when determining the permit period, so renew early if it expires during the study year. A first temporary-residence application may require a criminal-record certificate from the home country; check how recent it must be, whether translation or legalisation is required, and whether an original is required.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/document-preparation/","t":"Prepare your documents correctly","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Recognition of foreign education for study Embassy visa and residence information FURS Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"How to apply through eVŠ","x":"How to apply through eVŠ. Prepare, log in, enter your previous education, order preferences, upload, and press Submit. A draft is not an application.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"Before opening eVŠ","x":"Before opening eVŠ. Prepare your passport, the exact official names of previous schools or universities, dates of attendance, final qualification details, programme choices, digital documents, and an email address you check frequently.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"Login","x":"Login. Applicants may use the login methods available through SI-PASS. A new foreign applicant does not need to wait for a Slovenian tax number or a real EMŠO merely to submit the study application. Where an applicant does not yet have a Slovenian EMŠO, eVŠ may create a temporary identifier; the real EMŠO is assigned later through the competent institution.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"Application steps","x":"Application steps. Select the correct call for the academic year. Select the correct university and programme. Choose the applicant category carefully. Enter personal and contact information exactly as in the passport. Enter previous education and indicate that it was completed abroad. Complete the recognition section. Add programme preferences in the correct priority order. Upload attachments and review every page. Press Submit and save the submission confirmation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"What counts as a submitted application","x":"What counts as a submitted application. A draft is not an application. The application is valid only after the final submission action. Keep the confirmation email, the eVŠ confirmation, the application number, a PDF or screenshot of the submitted choices, and copies of attachments.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"Document quality","x":"Document quality. Scan the complete page and keep text readable. Do not crop seals, signatures, grades, or reverse sides. Use filenames that identify the document and year. Do not upload casual phone photographs where a clean scan is possible.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/evs-application-guide/","t":"How to apply through eVŠ","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. eVŠ application portal Study in Slovenia application guidance Recognition of foreign education for study Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Healthcare after you arrive","x":"Healthcare after you arrive. Emergency numbers, what to bring, and student health contacts city by city.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Emergency numbers","x":"Emergency numbers. 112: emergency medical assistance, fire, rescue 113: police Call 112 for a serious or immediate threat to life or health.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Public and contracted providers","x":"Public and contracted providers. Potrdilo MedZZ should be used within the provider network covered by the arrangement. Ask before treatment whether the provider accepts the document and whether any payment is expected.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"What to bring","x":"What to bring. Passport Potrdilo MedZZ Residence card or application evidence Medication list Medical reports Payment method for services outside coverage","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Chronic conditions","x":"Chronic conditions. Before moving: Ask your doctor for a concise medical summary. Record the generic names of medicines. Carry enough medication legally permitted for the transition. Check storage requirements. Confirm whether the medicine is available in Slovenia. Carry the prescription or supporting letter where required.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Doctor, dentist, and specialist","x":"Doctor, dentist, and specialist. Access routes differ. Some services require referral. Dental coverage and private treatment may differ from emergency medical entitlement.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Mental health","x":"Mental health. Sources of support can include: University counselling Public health centre Faculty tutor Student support office Emergency services Crisis services MSOS community support MSOS can listen and help identify a contact, but it is not a medical or emergency provider.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Ljubljana","x":"Ljubljana. The Student Health Centre for University of Ljubljana students is at Aškerčeva cesta 4. Services listed by the university include general and family medicine, gynaecology, dentistry, oral hygiene, X-ray, and a diagnostic laboratory. Psychiatry and clinical psychology are provided at the student settlement in Rožna dolina, Svetčeva ulica 9, Block VIII. Appointments are required. The main emergency centre is at UKC Ljubljana, Zaloška cesta 7.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Maribor","x":"Maribor. Students should use the current University of Maribor and local health-centre guidance. The university specifically warns that many students live away from their existing personal doctor, so healthcare access should be arranged before a problem occurs.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Koper and Primorska","x":"Koper and Primorska. The University Clinic UP operates within ZD Koper, Dellavallejeva ulica 3, Koper. University of Primorska also offers free psychological counselling through its university service.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Nova Gorica and Ajdovščina","x":"Nova Gorica and Ajdovščina. There is no separate general student dispensary. Students use a general or school clinic and may choose a doctor for the study period under the applicable rules. ZD Nova Gorica: Rejčeva ulica 4, Nova Gorica, +386 5 338 3200. ZD Ajdovščina: Tovarniška cesta 3, Ajdovščina, +386 5 369 3000. The university guide lists a 24-hour emergency service, but hours and organisation should be checked before use.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Celje and smaller centres","x":"Celje and smaller centres. Use the local health centre, university or faculty support contact, ZZZS provider search, and emergency services. Do not copy Ljubljana-specific student-clinic instructions into every city.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Mental-health support by university","x":"Mental-health support by university. University of Ljubljana: Psychosocial Counselling University of Maribor: mental-health and successful-study resources University of Primorska: free Psychological Counselling UP University of Nova Gorica: student mental-health guidance and tutoring For immediate danger, call 112. University counselling is not an emergency service.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/healthcare-in-slovenia/","t":"Healthcare after you arrive","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. ZZZS guidance for students in Slovenia ZZZS regional units eUprava Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","x":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step. Your complete route from a Macedonian secondary school or first degree to enrolled student life in Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Build my personal route","x":"Build my personal route. Answer a few questions and we will generate a personalised report with your next steps, tailored to you. You can save or print it. I am a Level of study Where are you now? University Faculty or programme (optional) Study city Monthly budget Academic year","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Find your way through the guide","x":"Find your way through the guide. Most students start with the essentials below. Open a stage to see everything in it. Your journey The whole path at a glance Deadlines What closes when Apply (eVŠ) Enrol step by step Residence permit Your right to stay Accommodation Finding a place to live Browse by stage 1 Start here: explore and decide See the whole journey, then pick a programme, a city, and check the cost. Your complete journey Choosing a programme Study cities Tuition and scholarships 2 Apply to study Deadlines, the eVŠ application, recognition, documents, and enrolment. Current deadlines ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Start here: explore and decide","x":"Start here: explore and decide. See the whole journey, then pick a programme, a city, and check the cost.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Apply to study","x":"Apply to study. Deadlines, the eVŠ application, recognition, documents, and enrolment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Residence and healthcare","x":"Residence and healthcare. Your legal right to stay for the year and your access to healthcare.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Move and settle in","x":"Move and settle in. Housing, packing, arrival, and the admin that unlocks everything else.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Everyday student life","x":"Everyday student life. Meals, transport, work, budget, studying, and finding your community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"After your first year","x":"After your first year. Renewing, changing or graduating, plus the official sources to trust.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/","t":"From Macedonia to Slovenia, step by step","h":"Before you rely on this guide","x":"Before you rely on this guide. Confirm whether any of these apply to you, because they may change the normal pathway: You hold Slovenian or another EU citizenship. You have permanent residence in Slovenia. You completed secondary school or a previous degree in Slovenia. You are applying for an exchange rather than a full degree. You are applying to a private institution or a programme without public concession. You already hold a qualification at the same or a higher level. You are applying for part-time study, or you are under 18. You have a scholarship that includes accommodation or insuranc","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"Applying for a master degree","x":"Applying for a master degree. Master admission is faculty-driven. Check field compatibility early, and remember there is no single national deadline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"The important difference from bachelor admission","x":"The important difference from bachelor admission. Master admission is more decentralised. The university publishes a call, but the exact deadline, eligible prior fields, selection criteria, language conditions, and required attachments may be controlled by the faculty or programme. There is no safe single national master deadline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"Field compatibility","x":"Field compatibility. A programme may accept your degree directly, accept it with additional courses, require a programme-committee decision, or reject it because the prior field does not provide the required foundation. Ask for a written assessment when your bachelor field is not clearly listed.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"Typical master documents","x":"Typical master documents. Bachelor diploma or temporary proof of completion Transcript and diploma supplement Certified translation when requested CV, motivation letter, and language evidence References, portfolio, research outline, or work evidence where required Descriptions or syllabi of prior courses if the programme checks field equivalence","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"2026/2027 periods for Macedonian citizens","x":"2026/2027 periods for Macedonian citizens. University Category 2026/2027 periods University of Ljubljana Western Balkan or non-EU places Faculty and programme specific University of Maribor Non-EU 31 March to 30 April; possible 24 August to 4 September; possible 22 to 23 September University of Primorska Western Balkans 8 April to 3 August; 13 to 20 August; 1 to 8 September; 23 to 24 September University of Nova Gorica Programme call 18 February to 18 March; 1 April to 1 June; 1 August to 1 September; 10 to 24 September University of Ljubljana offers many second-cycle programmes and separate W","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"Request an early field-compatibility check","x":"Request an early field-compatibility check. Send the faculty your degree title, university and country, total ECTS, transcript, diploma supplement, and short course descriptions for unclear areas. Ask whether additional obligations are completed before enrolment or during the programme, whether they carry separate fees, and whether a formal committee decision is required.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/master-application/","t":"Applying for a master degree","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana master study University of Maribor postgraduate call information University of Primorska 2026/2027 deadline table University of Nova Gorica master application procedure Recognition of foreign education for study Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","x":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia. How to prove sufficient means, accommodation, and a registered address for your residence permit.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Sufficient means","x":"Sufficient means. The residence authority requires evidence that the applicant has adequate resources. Possible evidence can include: Scholarship decision Bank funds Regular income Support from a parent who has a legal maintenance obligation Grants Other recognised income or assets The required amount is tied to the current Slovenian basic minimum income (osnovni znesek minimalnega dohodka). From 1 April 2026 this basic minimum income is €507,43 per month, and the proof of means is calculated on it for the whole academic year. Because this tracks the minimum income, it can change, so confirm t","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Parent support","x":"Parent support. Prepare: Parent statement Proof of relationship Parent income or bank evidence Translation where requested Evidence that clearly identifies the student and support period","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Proof of accommodation","x":"Proof of accommodation. Possible evidence: Dormitory confirmation Rental contract Landlord statement Ownership evidence where relevant Scholarship accommodation confirmation Other document accepted by the authority A false or merely borrowed address can create residence, tax, delivery, and legal problems.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Registering the temporary address","x":"Registering the temporary address. A temporary address normally must be registered within eight days where the legal conditions are met. Depending on the accommodation: A dormitory may register the student. A landlord or accommodation provider may perform the reporting. The student may need to act personally. Confirm who is responsible and obtain proof.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Changing address","x":"Changing address. When moving: End the old contract properly. Register the new address. Inform the administrative unit where required. Update university, bank, tax, insurance, and delivery details. Keep proof of the old and new dates.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Parent support is a practical student route","x":"Parent support is a practical student route. Official study-permit guidance recognises a parent’s support statement where the parent has a legal maintenance obligation. Prepare a statement that is: Notarised Translated as required Clear about the student, support period, and commitment Supported by proof of relationship and financial evidence when requested The upravna enota decides whether the evidence is sufficient in the individual case.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Sample parent support statement","x":"Sample parent support statement. The statement does not need a special form and one parent signing is enough. It must be written in English, Slovenian, or a former Yugoslav language in Latin script. A simple version reads: Attach proof of the parent-child relationship and, where requested, proof of the parent income or bank funds. Confirm the exact expected wording with your upravna enota, because some offices prefer their own template.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Current fee reference","x":"Current fee reference. Research sources for this revision listed approximately: €4,50 application fee €50 permit fee €15,47 card-production cost These amounts can change and do not include translation, certification, photograph, postage, or travel costs. Verify the current tariff before the appointment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Register the address after receiving the permit","x":"Register the address after receiving the permit. Ask the accommodation provider: Who performs the registration Which contract or ownership evidence is used When proof will be issued What happens when you move A landlord’s refusal to allow lawful address registration is a serious warning sign.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/means-accommodation-address/","t":"Proving that you can live in Slovenia","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Basic minimum income information Official study residence-permit guidance InfoTujci eUprava Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/my-route/","t":"Your personal study route","h":"Your personal study route","x":"Your personal study route. Your personal study route to Slovenia — follow the Student Welcome Guide steps for Macedonian students, from choosing a programme to enrolment and residence.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Official sources and checklists","x":"Official sources and checklists. The primary official links behind this guide, grouped by topic, and how to manage your sources.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Education and application","x":"Education and application. Study in Slovenia eVŠ portal Recognition of foreign education University of Ljubljana admissions University of Maribor admissions University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica admissions","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Residence","x":"Residence. Embassy of Slovenia in Skopje Embassy visa and residence information InfoTujci eUprava","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Health, meals, and transport","x":"Health, meals, and transport. ZZZS studying in Slovenia Subsidised student meals, GOV.SI Student meal system Subsidised transport, eUprava DUJPP","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Tax, work, and housing","x":"Tax, work, and housing. FURS Tax number for a foreign natural person GOV.SI student work National 2026/2027 housing call University of Maribor student dormitories","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Student organisations and language","x":"Student organisations and language. Student Organisation of Slovenia Zveza ŠKIS local student clubs Center za slovenščino kot drugi in tuji jezik Slonline free Slovenian course","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/official-sources-and-checklists/","t":"Official sources and checklists","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia Embassy of Slovenia in Skopje InfoTujci ZZZS guidance for students in Slovenia eUprava FURS Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","x":"Preparing to move from Macedonia. A month-by-month plan, the documents to keep in your hand luggage, how to travel, and a detailed packing list.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Three months before","x":"Three months before. Confirm admission pathway. Begin residence planning. Search accommodation. Check passport. Request RM/SI 3. Obtain residence documents. Translate documents. Prepare a budget.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"One month before","x":"One month before. Confirm move-in. Buy a flexible travel ticket. Arrange transition insurance. Collect medication. Download official decisions. Store documents offline. Confirm arrival with the faculty. Plan transport from arrival point to accommodation.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Hand-luggage documents","x":"Hand-luggage documents. Passport Admission decision Certificate of enrolment if available Residence evidence RM/SI 3 Accommodation contract Criminal-record certificate and translations if still needed Education originals Medical documentation Emergency contacts","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Bus","x":"Bus. Often direct or one-connection. Verify current operator, border route, baggage allowance, and arrival time. Operators that run buses from Macedonia include Hisar Turizam , Hisar Vip and Radika to Ljubljana, and Vardar Turs to Maribor.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Car","x":"Car. Check insurance, registration, road tolls, parking, winter equipment, and how long a foreign-registered vehicle may be used in your circumstances. Many people also offer car-sharing or paid rides; you can find them in Facebook groups such as Makedonska skupina v Ljubljani and Makedonska Skupina v Mariboru .","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Plane","x":"Plane. Possible arrival airports include Ljubljana, Zagreb, Trieste, Venice, Graz, or Vienna. The useful airport depends on whether you study in Ljubljana, Maribor, Primorska, Nova Gorica, or Celje. Wizz Air offers low-cost tickets on some routes. From Ljubljana airport to the city you can take an Arriva bus or a shuttle such as GoOpti or Tripstair .","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Train","x":"Train. Rail may work as part of a route but often requires connections from Macedonia. Always use official operator links for live schedules.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Documents","x":"Documents. Keep passport, admission, enrolment, residence, insurance, accommodation, education, and medical documents in one accessible folder. Carry originals in hand luggage.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Study and electronics","x":"Study and electronics. Laptop and charger Headphones Extension lead Desk lamp where needed Notebook and pens Programme-specific equipment Ethernet cable if the accommodation has no reliable Wi-Fi","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Clothing","x":"Clothing. Bring practical seasonal layers, waterproof shoes, winter clothing, and a small number of formal items. Coastal weather and continental winters differ, so pack for the actual city.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Room and kitchen","x":"Room and kitchen. Before packing, ask which items are already provided: bed size, bedding, towels, hangers, cooking equipment, dishes and cutlery, laundry facilities, and cleaning supplies. Coordinate larger shared items with roommates.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Health and small repairs","x":"Health and small repairs. Bring personal medication, prescriptions, a short medical summary, plasters, and basic first aid. A compact sewing kit and basic screwdriver can be useful; follow dormitory rules before using tools, candles, or extra electrical devices.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/prepare-to-move/","t":"Preparing to move from Macedonia","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia Embassy visa and residence information University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica student guide Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Recognition of Macedonian education","x":"Recognition of Macedonian education. Recognition decides whether your prior education gives access to the Slovenian programme. For applicants educated abroad, it is part of admission.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"What recognition means","x":"What recognition means. Recognition determines whether education completed abroad gives access to the Slovenian programme for which you are applying. For bachelor admission, the institution examines secondary education. For master admission, it examines the bachelor qualification and whether it meets the level and field requirements.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Where the process begins","x":"Where the process begins. For study admission, the request is normally submitted as part of the eVŠ application. The higher-education institution handling the application also handles the recognition needed for that admission process.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Standard evidence","x":"Standard evidence. Original diploma or certificate and a copy Certified Slovenian translation Transcript, diploma supplement, annual reports, or other evidence of content and duration Short chronological description of the complete education, written and signed by the applicant Additional evidence requested by the institution","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Certified translation","x":"Certified translation. Do not assume that an ordinary personal translation is sufficient. Where the call requires a certified translation, use a translator accepted for official purposes and follow the language requested by the institution. Some institutions may accept English translations or waive translation for certain documents. Obtain this in writing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Legalisation and verification","x":"Legalisation and verification. There is no universal statement that every Macedonian document needs or does not need an apostille. The required verification can depend on the document, the applicable agreement, the procedure, and the institution. Check the current call and the written request.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Admission recognition and subject recognition are different","x":"Admission recognition and subject recognition are different. Recognition during admission determines access to the Slovenian programme. After enrolment, a student may separately request recognition of individual subjects completed at another institution, normally with a transcript and detailed syllabus, decided under faculty rules. Do not assume that recognition of the foreign degree automatically transfers individual course credits into the new programme.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/recognition-of-education/","t":"Recognition of Macedonian education","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Recognition of foreign education for study Study in Slovenia application guidance eVŠ application portal Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"What happens after the first year?","x":"What happens after the first year?. Annual renewal, repeat and transfer rights, losing status, the post-study route, and leaving Slovenia are all connected.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Annual renewal checklist","x":"Annual renewal checklist. Enrolment, residence permit, and health evidence Address, accommodation, meals, and transport Scholarship, bank and tax data, and passport validity","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Repeat, programme change, and inactive study","x":"Repeat, programme change, and inactive study. Students commonly have one major repeat or programme-change opportunity at a study level, but the exact legal and institutional effect depends on the student’s history and current rules. Before using it, ask the referat for a written record of previous enrolments, repeated years, programme changes, remaining rights, and tuition and status consequences. Prepis: enrolling again, often in the first year of another programme; some completed obligations may later be recognised Prehod: entry into a higher year of another compatible programme where the co","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Losing status and exceptional progression","x":"Losing status and exceptional progression. Loss of student status may affect residence, meals, transport, student work, insurance, accommodation, and a scholarship, so contact the faculty and administrative unit before the change becomes final. Universities may allow exceptional progression for documented reasons such as longer illness, parenthood, serious social circumstances, recognised special needs, high-level sport or culture, or significant university participation; the relevant committee decides, so submit evidence before the faculty deadline.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Post-study route","x":"Post-study route. A graduate who completed eligible higher education in Slovenia within the relevant period can apply for the job-seeking or self-employment-search permit. It is issued for a maximum of nine months, is not renewable, and is for searching only, not regular employment. Apply before the current residence basis expires, and change to an appropriate work or self-employment permit once the next basis is secured. If the final completion certificate is delayed, ask the upravna enota whether it will accept the application and set a later deadline for the missing evidence.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Leaving Slovenia","x":"Leaving Slovenia. Deregister the address where required and end the rental contract. Recover the deposit, return keys, and pay final utilities. Close or maintain the bank account deliberately and cancel phone and internet. Check tax obligations and collect the diploma, transcript, and diploma supplement. Save residence and insurance records and join the MSOS alumni network.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/renew-change-graduate/","t":"What happens after the first year?","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. InfoTujci Official study residence-permit guidance 2025 Foreigners Act amendment explanation FURS Study in Slovenia Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"Health insurance from Macedonia","x":"Health insurance from Macedonia. How the bilateral RM/SI 3 route gives you healthcare access in Slovenia, and what it does not cover.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"The main pathway","x":"The main pathway. If you stay insured through the health system of North Macedonia (as a family member of an insured parent, or on your own basis), you can use the bilateral healthcare agreement between the two countries instead of buying full commercial insurance. There are two sides to the process: you get the RM/SI 3 form in Macedonia, then convert it into a Slovenian certificate at ZZZS.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"In Macedonia: get the RM/SI 3 form","x":"In Macedonia: get the RM/SI 3 form. Before you leave, request the two-language RM/SI 3 form from the Health Insurance Fund of North Macedonia (FZOM) branch where you or your parent are insured. It confirms that you keep entitlement to healthcare while abroad for study. Bring your proof of insurance and, if asked, proof of enrolment. Ask what validity period the form will carry and whether it can be renewed from abroad, because you will need to repeat this each year.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"In Slovenia: convert it at ZZZS","x":"In Slovenia: convert it at ZZZS. Take the original RM/SI 3 to the ZZZS regional unit that covers your address. ZZZS registers your entitlement under the bilateral agreement. ZZZS issues you the certificate of the right to healthcare services for a foreign insured person (Potrdilo MedZZ), which is the document you actually use. Use that certificate with public or contracted healthcare providers according to the bilateral entitlement. Watch the validity date and renew the RM/SI 3 and certificate each year, in step with your enrolment and residence permit.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"What the coverage means","x":"What the coverage means. Official Slovenian guidance describes this route as access to emergency healthcare under the bilateral arrangement. Do not present it as unlimited full coverage for every planned service, private provider, dental procedure, medication, or specialist treatment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"Before leaving Macedonia","x":"Before leaving Macedonia. Ask the competent Macedonian health-insurance office: Am I eligible based on my current insurance status? Which application and evidence are required? Is current student or family-insurance evidence needed? What validity period will be issued? What happens if I turn a certain age or lose dependent status? Can the form be renewed from abroad? Which branch is competent? Do I need proof of enrolment or admission?","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"Additional insurance","x":"Additional insurance. Consider separate travel or private insurance for: Period before bilateral registration is completed Repatriation Private treatment Broader dental coverage Travel outside Slovenia Services not covered by the bilateral arrangement Read exclusions and do not purchase only based on price.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"What to carry to ZZZS","x":"What to carry to ZZZS. RM/SI 3 original Passport Residence or address evidence if requested Admission or enrolment evidence if requested Contact details Copies for your records","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"Bridge the period before registration is complete","x":"Bridge the period before registration is complete. A student may need temporary travel or private coverage for the period before RM/SI 3 is issued, submitted to ZZZS, and converted into Potrdilo MedZZ. Check exclusions for chronic conditions, private treatment, repatriation, dental care, and travel outside Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/rm-si-3-health-insurance/","t":"Health insurance from Macedonia","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. ZZZS guidance for students in Slovenia ZZZS regional units Embassy of Slovenia in Skopje Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","x":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student. Subsidised public dorms are usually closed to you on temporary residence. Plan for economic-rate or private housing, and avoid scams.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Critical eligibility distinction","x":"Critical eligibility distinction. The national 2026/2027 subsidised-student-housing call is not automatically open to every foreign degree student. It includes Slovenian and qualifying EU categories and foreign citizens who have permanent residence in Slovenia and meet the tax-residency condition involving themselves or a parent or guardian. A typical Macedonian student arriving with temporary residence usually does not meet that condition. Do not build your housing plan around receiving a subsidised public-dorm place unless the housing office confirms eligibility.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"University or dorm room at economic price","x":"University or dorm room at economic price. Some universities or dormitories may offer rooms to foreign students at a market or economic rate. Examples for 2026: University of Maribor dormitories publish foreign-student monthly prices from approximately €157,50 to more than €300 depending on room type. University of Primorska provides student housing and publishes its own current conditions and price lists. University of Nova Gorica has limited university housing; a July 2026 call listed the Gorizia residence for EU students. University of Ljubljana states it does not generally provide housing ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Private room or apartment","x":"Private room or apartment. Prepare for: deposit, first rent, utilities, contract, address registration, furniture, internet, notice period, and shared-house rules.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Ljubljana","x":"Ljubljana. Highest housing pressure. Start early. Verify transport to the faculty rather than insisting on the centre. Useful routes: private rental, faculty-supported boarding-home enquiries, and non-subsidised dijaski dom places where available. As a self-funded foreign degree student you cannot get a subsidised Studentski dom place, but some boarding homes that are not full take students on a non-subsidised basis, usually arranged through your faculty (for example Dijaski dom Vic, Gerbiceva 52a).","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Maribor","x":"Maribor. Študentski domovi UM publish economic or market prices for foreign students. Check room type, building, deposit, summer conditions, and whether the address can be registered.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Koper and Primorska","x":"Koper and Primorska. Use Študentski domovi UP, the Welcome office, Student Point, private listings, and faculty contacts. Coastal seasonal demand can affect contracts and summer availability.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Nova Gorica, Vipava, Ajdovščina, and Postojna","x":"Nova Gorica, Vipava, Ajdovščina, and Postojna. The University of Nova Gorica student office actively connects students with rooms and landlords across the region. Contact: studentska.pisarna@ung.si, +386 5 331 5234 or +386 5 909 9717. Accommodation in Gorizia is in Italy; confirm residence, health, tax, and commuting implications before signing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Celje and smaller centres","x":"Celje and smaller centres. Supply is smaller. Search through the institution, local listings, dormitories, and verified contacts.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Scam warning","x":"Scam warning. Do not pay before verifying: Identity of landlord Right to rent Exact address Room condition Contract Deposit terms Utility calculation Address-registration possibility Before you sign a lease, check who actually owns the apartment. Ownership is public information: you can look it up online in the Land Register (zemljiška knjiga) through the e-Sodstvo portal , and find the property and parcel details you need on the Surveying and Mapping Authority (GURS) website. This advice comes from Lina Leskovec, Zavod PIP.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Written lease checklist","x":"Written lease checklist. The contract should identify parties, exact room and address, rent, deposit, utilities, payment date, duration, notice period, inventory, address-registration permission, rules for guests and shared areas, summer conditions, and the deposit-return process.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Move-in record","x":"Move-in record. Photograph walls, furniture, appliances, meters, keys, and existing damage. Send the record to the landlord and keep it.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-accommodation/","t":"Finding accommodation as a Macedonian full-time student","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. National student-housing call for 2026/2027 University of Ljubljana accommodation and living costs University of Maribor student dormitories University of Primorska student housing University of Nova Gorica accommodation and current calls Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Plan a realistic student budget","x":"Plan a realistic student budget. There is no single national figure. Build a city-based budget, plan for a much larger first month, and use student discounts.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Budget categories","x":"Budget categories. Rent, deposit, and utilities Food, transport, and phone Insurance, study materials, and health Clothing, social activities, and travel home Emergency fund","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Do not use one national total","x":"Do not use one national total. Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper, Nova Gorica, and Celje have different housing markets, and the biggest variable is normally accommodation. A University of Ljubljana faculty currently gives a broad student-living estimate of €500 to €800 per month, depending strongly on housing and lifestyle. Treat this as a rough planning range, not a guaranteed minimum, and build separate ranges for each city.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"An illustrative monthly budget","x":"An illustrative monthly budget. The table below is only an example to show the shape of a monthly budget, not a promise. Your real figures depend heavily on your city, your housing, and your habits. It assumes a shared private room or an economic dormitory place, cooking most meals with the meal subsidy helping, and a national transport ticket. Category Typical monthly range Rent and utilities (shared room or dorm) €200 to €400 Food (groceries plus subsidised meals) €150 to €250 Transport (national IJPP ticket) about €25 Phone €10 to €15 Study materials €20 to €40 Social life and personal €50 ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"First-month budget","x":"First-month budget. Budget separately for setup costs: deposit, first rent, temporary accommodation, permit and card fees, translation and certification, travel, bedding and household items, phone and transport setup, and an emergency reserve. The first month can cost substantially more than a normal month.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Private rent checklist and food","x":"Private rent checklist and food. Ask whether the price includes electricity, heating, water, internet, building charges, cleaning, parking, and any summer or short-stay charges. Student meals reduce the price of eligible restaurant meals but do not replace grocery planning; cooking remains important, especially where the city has fewer providers. Keep an emergency reserve that is not committed to rent.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Ask for student discounts","x":"Ask for student discounts. A certificate of enrolment or student card may unlock discounts for cinema, theatre, museums and galleries, sport and fitness, swimming pools, cultural subscriptions, photocopying and printing, and ISIC or EYCA partner offers. Discounts are commercial or institutional benefits, not permanent legal rights, so check the current condition and age limit.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-budget/","t":"Plan a realistic student budget","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana accommodation and living costs University of Primorska living-cost guide University of Maribor dormitory price lists GOV.SI subsidised student meals eUprava subsidised student ticket Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"How to activate student meals","x":"How to activate student meals. Subsidised meals are open to eligible foreign degree students and exist across Slovenian study centres, not only in Ljubljana.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"Eligibility","x":"Eligibility. The system covers students enrolled at Slovenian higher-education institutions who have student status and are not employed or self-employed in the excluded categories and are not receiving a pension other than a family pension. Foreign full-degree students meeting the conditions are included.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"Current amount","x":"Current amount. From 1 March 2026, the state meal subsidy is €5,19 per meal. This is not the final price of every meal. The student pays the difference between the restaurant price and the subsidy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"First registration","x":"First registration. Complete the online first-registration form. Save the application number. Within 90 days, visit an SŠP registration point personally. Bring a photo identity document, the original current certificate of enrolment, and your phone. Choose phone identification or the available contactless-card option. Obtain the activation code and activate the online account. The FAQ currently lists a €15 charge for the contactless card. Verify the current amount before you rely on it.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"Use","x":"Use. One subsidised meal per eligible day Current service window: 7:00 to 24:00 Identity may be checked Restaurant availability differs by city The student pays the supplement When older FAQs or articles conflict, follow the current government rule.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"Annual renewal and city access","x":"Annual renewal and city access. Renew the right for each new academic year using current enrolment evidence. Subsidised meals are not limited to Ljubljana. The official system includes providers under the Ljubljana, Maribor, and Primorska student organisations and across Slovenian study centres, although the number of providers varies. A student is not limited to providers in the city of enrolment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-meals/","t":"How to activate student meals","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. GOV.SI subsidised student meals Student meal portal Student meal frequently asked questions Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"How students are organised in Slovenia","x":"How students are organised in Slovenia. Student organisations, student councils, local clubs, professional societies, university extracurricular programmes, ESN, and communities from home.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Four structures students often confuse","x":"Four structures students often confuse.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Student organisations","x":"Student organisations. Studentska organizacija Slovenije, SOS, is the national umbrella. Its main university organisations include SOU v Ljubljani, SOUM, and SOUP. They focus on student interests, services, representation, information, events, culture, sport, and projects.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Student councils","x":"Student councils. A studentski svet is part of the university or faculty structure. It represents student opinion in academic governance and appoints student representatives to university bodies. Contact it for study-quality questions, representation, academic rules, and participation in institutional decisions.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Local student clubs","x":"Local student clubs. Zveza SKIS connects local student clubs across Slovenia. These clubs organise cultural, educational, entertainment, and sports activities and are especially important outside the largest university centres. KMS in Maribor Koper, Izola, and Piran clubs in Primorska KGS in the Gorizia area KAS in Ajdovscina Celje and other Savinjska clubs Clubs in Kranj, Brezice, Krsko, Novo mesto, and smaller regions","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Professional student societies","x":"Professional student societies. Faculty and field-based societies connect students through projects, workshops, competitions, conferences, company visits, and international programmes. Examples include BEST, EESTEC, architecture societies, business societies, and programme-specific associations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"University extracurricular programmes","x":"University extracurricular programmes.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"University of Ljubljana","x":"University of Ljubljana. COD offers sport, recreation, and selected credit-valued extracurricular activities. Annual offers and registration dates change.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"University of Maribor","x":"University of Maribor. KOOD offers credit-valued learning units across sport, technology, economics, human rights, green topics, and digital skills.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"University of Primorska","x":"University of Primorska. Useful routes include SportUP, tutoring, ESN Primorska, career activities, T4EU, technology communities, and university welcome activities.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"University of Nova Gorica","x":"University of Nova Gorica. Use tutoring, student councils, the Career Centre, local clubs, and university events across Nova Gorica, Vipava, Ajdovscina, and programme locations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"ESN and international communities","x":"ESN and international communities. ESN chapters organise welcome activities, trips, language support, and social events. Their main audience is exchange students, but many activities are useful for other newcomers when participation is open.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Communities from home","x":"Communities from home. MSOS should be your primary verified community link as a Macedonian student. Other diaspora and regional groups should be trusted only after their official page, active status, and contact have been verified. Do not treat Zveza kulturnih drustev Ljubljana as a Macedonian association, because it is a general umbrella for cultural societies. Treat unverified Facebook groups as community-run and subject to change.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Why extracurricular participation matters","x":"Why extracurricular participation matters. Friends outside the classroom Language practice Project experience Leadership Professional contacts Sport and wellbeing ECTS in selected university programmes A stronger connection with the city Choose one or two activities that fit your time. Joining everything during the first month can create more stress than community. Ask your faculty or university which organisation formally represents students and which groups are independent associations.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-organisations-and-extracurriculars/","t":"How students are organised in Slovenia","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Student Organisation of Slovenia Zveza SKIS, local student clubs University of Ljubljana student life University of Maribor student portal Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","x":"Temporary residence permit, step by step. The documents, the six steps, the one-year validity, and how to renew the temporary residence permit for study.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"What this permit is and why you need it","x":"What this permit is and why you need it. As a Macedonian citizen you may enter Slovenia and the Schengen area without a visa, but only for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Studying for a full academic year is longer than that, so you need a temporary residence permit for study (dovoljenje za začasno prebivanje zaradi študija). This permit is what makes your stay legal for the whole year. It is issued for the duration of your studies but normally for no more than one year at a time, so you renew it every year while you are enrolled.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"When to start","x":"When to start. Because Macedonian students enter Slovenia without a visa, apply for the permit before your lawful 90-day stay runs out. Start collecting documents while you are still in Macedonia. The practical MSOS approach is to prepare everything at home, book an administrative-unit appointment through eSamonarocanje already in September, and submit the application as soon as you arrive in Slovenia. If you were ever required to obtain a visa first, you would apply three to six months before travelling.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"The documents you need for a first permit","x":"The documents you need for a first permit.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Signed application form","x":"Signed application form. Fill in and sign the official application form for a temporary residence permit. Write your email address clearly at the top, because the administrative unit uses it for notifications. The form is available in .doc and .pdf, and MSOS keeps a filled-in example.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Valid passport and a certified copy","x":"Valid passport and a certified copy. Your passport must stay valid at least three months longer than your planned stay in Slovenia. The photocopy of the passport must be certified by a notary or at the counter of the administrative unit, and you bring the passport itself to the appointment. If it applies to your case, also add a copy of the entry date and stamp into Slovenia or the Schengen area, and any valid visa or residence permit from another EU country.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Biometric photograph","x":"Biometric photograph. One photograph, 33 by 45 millimetres, suitable for biometric documents, with the face fully and clearly visible. Do not print it on a home printer; have it taken in a photo studio. One photograph is enough.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Certificate of enrolment","x":"Certificate of enrolment. Proof of the purpose of your stay is the certificate of enrolment (potrdilo o vpisu). You obtain it electronically from the student office (referat) or your faculty e-portal after you have paid the enrolment costs for the new study year. You need a fresh one for every renewal.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Health insurance","x":"Health insurance. For Macedonian students this is usually based on the bilateral agreement: you submit the two-language RM/SI 3 form from the health fund of North Macedonia (FZO) and receive from the Slovenian health institute (ZZZS) a certificate of the right to healthcare services for a foreign insured person. Alternatively you can arrange private health insurance. See the RM/SI 3 page for the full procedure.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Criminal-record certificate","x":"Criminal-record certificate. For a first permit you provide a criminal-record certificate from your home country. It must not be older than three months at the time you apply, and it must be translated into Slovenian by a court-certified translator. As a student from a former Yugoslav country, you may submit it in your own language in Latin script, still certified by a court translator. You do not need it for a renewal if the permit is being extended and you submitted one within the last three years. In North Macedonia you obtain it from the Basic Criminal Court (Osnoven kazneni sud).","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Proof of sufficient means","x":"Proof of sufficient means. You must show you can support yourself. The most common route is a written statement from a parent or guardian, who is legally obliged to support you, declaring that they will support you (name, surname, date of birth) with at least €507,43 per month for the whole academic year. One parent signing is enough. Special notarisation is not required, but the statement must be written in English, Slovenian, or one of the former Yugoslav languages in Latin script. This €507,43 figure is tied to the Slovenian minimum-income basis and can change, so check the current amount. ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Document with your handwritten signature","x":"Document with your handwritten signature. You also submit a separate document carrying your own handwritten signature. MSOS keeps a .pdf example.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Fees","x":"Fees. You can pay by bank transfer or in person at the administrative unit. As checked on 1 September 2024, the costs for a non-EU student were: Item Amount Issuing or renewing the residence permit undefined Application administrative fee undefined Printing the plastic card undefined Translation and document costs Variable That is roughly €70 in official fees, plus what you spend on translations, the photograph, and postage. Fees can change, so verify the current tariff before your appointment.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"How to submit","x":"How to submit. You submit at the administrative unit (upravna enota) of the place where you will register your address, that is the town where you study and live. Book an appointment through the eSamonarocanje portal or by phone (see the where-to-apply page for the appointment walkthrough and unit contacts). You can also send the application and documents by post. When you apply for the first time you must appear in person, because two fingerprints are taken at the administrative unit or the Slovenian embassy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"After you submit: the confirmation","x":"After you submit: the confirmation. If you hand the documents in personally, you receive a confirmation at the counter that you have applied for a residence permit. If you send them by post, that confirmation arrives only after some months, once the case officer receives your documents and opens your case. This confirmation matters: it lets you cross the Slovenian and therefore the EU border while your permit is being decided. Note that while your application is still in process, you are legally not allowed to leave the country until you hold the confirmation. There have been many cases where ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Register your address within eight days","x":"Register your address within eight days. After you receive the permit you register your temporary address. If you live in a student dormitory, the dormitory registers you. If you are in private accommodation, you must register the temporary address yourself within eight days of receiving the permit, taking the needed documents (for example the rental contract or a statement from the owner). The rental contract should be valid for the whole validity of your permit; if it is not (a one-year contract is common), you register the address again at the administrative unit when the contract ends. You","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Renewal: apply by 30 September","x":"Renewal: apply by 30 September. Your student permit is usually valid until the end of your student status, that is 30 September. You must submit the renewal before the permit expires, so at the latest by 30 September. Prepare a fresh certificate of enrolment, your passport, health insurance, proof of means, your address, and your previous permit. If you miss the 30 September deadline you cannot renew: you have to apply for a brand new permit and follow the whole first-application process again, including an entry stamp into the country that is not older than three months. This is why renewing ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Stays shorter than 90 days","x":"Stays shorter than 90 days. If you plan to stay in Slovenia for less than 90 days and do not need a visa, you do not need this permit, but you must register your stay, that is your address, at the local police station within three days.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-residence-permit/","t":"Temporary residence permit, step by step","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Official study residence-permit guidance Embassy visa and residence information eSamonarocanje appointment portal InfoTujci Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Student public transport","x":"Student public transport. National IJPP tickets, city transport, and bicycle sharing. Eligibility does not depend on the distance to your faculty.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Layer 1: National IJPP","x":"Layer 1: National IJPP. The subsidised IJPP product can combine intercity bus, rail, and selected city transport. Under the latest operator guidance, eligibility does not depend on the distance between your residence and the place of education. The older two-kilometre rule no longer applies. The subsidised period for students runs from 1 October to 30 September of the academic year. Students must have valid status and must not be regularly employed, self-employed, or registered as unemployed under the excluded conditions. Current reference prices shown by the operator are €25 for the monthly n","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Online application","x":"Online application. Wait until student status is visible in the official education records. Submit the application through eUprava using an accepted electronic identity. Wait for the positive decision, not only the submission confirmation. Register at the selected IJPP sales portal. Order or activate the transport card. Select the monthly, annual, ten-journey, or city combination. Complete the purchase and activate the product as instructed. At a sales point, identity and EMŠO may allow the operator to retrieve the necessary status data.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Ljubljana","x":"Ljubljana. Use a personal Urbana card for term products. Choose the Urbana card linked with the IJPP app, because it also unlocks BicikeLJ, Ljubljana City Library membership, the castle funicular, and park-and-ride, which the plain IJPP card does not. LPP allows transfers within the current transfer window after first validation. For 2025/2026, student status renews from 21 September and the monthly-ticket pre-sale opens on the 21st of the prior month; a monthly ticket is valid until the first working day of the next month. You can buy electronically on eUprava with an e-identity, or in person","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Maribor","x":"Maribor. Use Marprom for city buses and the current MBajk system for bicycle sharing.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Koper and Primorska","x":"Koper and Primorska. Check the selected IJPP city combination, local bus routes, and coastal intercity connections.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Nova Gorica","x":"Nova Gorica. Check Slovenian local transport and cross-border connections separately. An IJPP product does not automatically solve every journey into Italy.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Celje","x":"Celje. Use the current Nomago city-transport information and rail connections.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Layer 3: Bicycle sharing","x":"Layer 3: Bicycle sharing. BicikeLJ (Ljubljana): €3 yearly or €1 weekly, unlimited trips with the first 60 minutes of each trip free. Dock within 60 minutes to keep riding for free. MBajk (Maribor): the same platform and pricing as BicikeLJ, €3 yearly or €1 weekly, first 60 minutes free. Nomago Bikes (Ljubljana e-bikes): €30 student annual subscription, or €25 with an ISIC card. The first 30 minutes of each rental are free, then about €1,30 per further 30 minutes. Register in the app, add a payment method, and enter the coupon NAZAJVSOLO to buy the student subscription. An ISIC student card unl","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-transport/","t":"Student public transport","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. eUprava subsidised student ticket DUJPP public passenger transport LPP Ljubljana public transport Urbana services MBajk bicycle sharing Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Working through a student service","x":"Working through a student service. Student work is allowed on the student permit through a napotnica. Regular employment is a different route that needs a work permit.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Student work and regular employment are different","x":"Student work and regular employment are different. A Macedonian student with valid student status can work through a student service using a napotnica. Prepare a Slovenian tax number, EMŠO, a personal bank account in your own name, an identity document, and student status visible to the service. A standard employment contract is a different legal route. It generally requires changing to an appropriate work and residence basis, such as an enotno dovoljenje. Do not start regular employment only because student work was allowed.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Napotnica","x":"Napotnica. The napotnica is the legal basis for student work and must be issued before the work begins. It can be electronic and replaces a separate employment contract for this temporary and occasional work. Keep a copy and confirm the employer, type of work, hourly rate, start date, and validity. Work without a valid napotnica is undeclared work.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Minimum rate and deductions","x":"Minimum rate and deductions. From 5 February 2026, the minimum gross hourly rate is €8,98, and the reference resident net rate after the standard pension contribution is €7,73. A tax non-resident may initially have a 13.95% pension and disability contribution and a 22.5% income-tax advance. The exact net amount depends on tax residence, treaty relief, payment size, and approved claims.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Treaty relief for Macedonian tax residents","x":"Treaty relief for Macedonian tax residents. Slovenia has a double-taxation treaty with North Macedonia. A qualifying student may use KIDO 4 before payment to request treaty relief and KIDO 12 after withholding to request a refund. FURS requires supporting evidence, and the current rules, thresholds, and personal allowance must be checked for the payment year.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Working conditions and red flags","x":"Working conditions and red flags. Agree in writing on the gross hourly rate, schedule, paid break, payment date, reimbursements, safety training, and who records hours. The employer must keep records of actual working time. General working-time protections, rest rules, health and safety, and special protections for workers under 18 apply. Do not accept unpaid trial work, passport retention, false hour records, cash-only payment, or hazardous work without training.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Where to search","x":"Where to search. University career centre and faculty or student-society channels e-Študentski Servis, Mjob, and other concession holders Direct employer contact University career portals such as POPR or Karierni:UM","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/student-work/","t":"Working through a student service","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. GOV.SI student work FURS guidance for a foreign student working in Slovenia e-Študentski Servis international-student guide FURS Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Choose and understand your study city","x":"Choose and understand your study city. Ljubljana is not the only option. Compare each Slovenian study centre and build your life around the real teaching location.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Strengths","x":"Strengths. Largest programme selection and student community Cultural and employment opportunities Strong public transport and cycling; central national connections","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Challenges","x":"Challenges. Housing pressure and higher private rent Busy administrative offices Longer cross-city journeys than the compact centre suggests Local student resources in Ljubljana include the University of Ljubljana international office and referat, Career Centres and POPR, COD, Psychosocial Counselling, the Center for Slovenian as a second and foreign language, Leto plus, LPP and Urbana, BicikeLJ, the Student Health Centre at Aškerčeva cesta 4, the University and National Library, ŠOU Ljubljana, Student Kampus, and faculty societies. A room near a direct bus route may be more practical than an ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Strengths","x":"Strengths. Major university city with strong student identity Drava and Pohorje; compact centre Official foreign-student dorm price list","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Challenges","x":"Challenges. Faculty may be outside the central route Housing conditions differ by dorm and campus Some national connections require more time than from Ljubljana Local student resources in Maribor include the UM student portal, AIPS, eŠtudij, student email, and Moj Portal, Career Centre UM and Karierni:UM, University Library Maribor, faculty tutoring and referat, KOOD, Marprom, MBajk, Študentski domovi UM economic-price options, ŠOUM, and Klub mariborskih študentov (KMŠ). Arrive before the university orientation period where possible.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Strengths","x":"Strengths. Coastal environment and University of Primorska Multilingual, cross-border, compact city Connections with Izola, Piran, Karst, and Trieste","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Challenges","x":"Challenges. Seasonal housing demand and coastal transport planning Higher housing pressure in some periods Primorska price examples: roughly €190 for a shared dorm room, €280 plus expenses for a shared private room, and €320 to €400 plus expenses for a private room. These are reference figures, not guaranteed prices. Local student resources in Koper include the Welcome office, the Student Point in the Career Centre, ŠIS or VIS, university email, eduroam and STUDO, the University Library at Trubarjeva 1, tutoring and student councils, Psychological Counselling UP, ŠportUP, ESN Primorska, T4EU, ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Strengths","x":"Strengths. Cross-border environment and a smaller university community Access to the Soča Valley and Karst Programme-specific support","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Challenges","x":"Challenges. Teaching may be in Nova Gorica, Rožna Dolina, Vipava, or another location Cross-border accommodation can create legal and transport complexity Limited housing stock Local student resources in Nova Gorica include the UNG student office, Career Centre, tutoring, mental-health guidance, UNG housing brokerage, IJPP and local transport, ZD Nova Gorica and ZD Ajdovščina, and the clubs KGS and KAS. Never assume that accommodation in Gorizia, Italy, has the same residence and insurance consequences as accommodation in Nova Gorica, Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Celje and smaller centres","x":"Celje and smaller centres. Celje has no single student-life portal equivalent to the four main universities, so you build your own from the local sources: The specific faculty or independent institution, with its referat and career contact Nomago city transport and rail connections The local health centre Klub študentov občine Celje and other verified local clubs Local libraries and accommodation sources For all smaller centres, check where teaching actually happens: the University of Maribor and other institutions run programmes outside their main city, so housing and transport should follow ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/study-cities/","t":"Choose and understand your study city","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana accommodation and living costs University of Maribor future-student portal University of Primorska welcome portal University of Nova Gorica student guide DUJPP public passenger transport Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","x":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students. Full-time public study is generally tuition-free for Macedonian citizens, but this is not a promise that every programme is free.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Current general rule for 2026/2027","x":"Current general rule for 2026/2027. Under the current calls and education-cooperation arrangements, citizens of North Macedonia are generally treated like Slovenian and EU citizens regarding foreign-student tuition for full-time first-cycle and second-cycle study at public institutions and publicly funded concession programmes. This is a major benefit, but it is not a promise that every programme is free.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Situations where charges may apply","x":"Situations where charges may apply. Part-time study Private programme without public concession Repeating or changing after using standard study rights Already holding a qualification at the same or a higher level Required additional courses and administrative or material contributions Always request confirmation from the faculty for your exact programme and status.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Western Balkan master scholarship example","x":"Western Balkan master scholarship example. The 380th public call for 2026/2027 supports citizens of selected Western Balkan countries, including North Macedonia, in selected master fields. The published support is €9.600 per study year for living expenses, with an application deadline of 2 September 2026. Eligible fields include selected natural sciences, mathematics and statistics, information and communication technologies, engineering and manufacturing, civil engineering, agriculture and related fields, veterinary studies, and health or social-security fields. Always open the exact call, as","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Other funding and residence","x":"Other funding and residence. Other sources include Macedonian state or municipal support, Erasmus mobility funding, faculty scholarships, foundations, employer support, and university calls. A scholarship decision may serve as evidence of sufficient means, but the residence authority determines whether the evidence is adequate.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/tuition-and-scholarships/","t":"Tuition rules for Macedonian students","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Study in Slovenia tuition and funding Public Scholarship, Development, Disability and Maintenance Fund Current scholarship calls and notices Study in Slovenia Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Entry is not the same as residence","x":"Entry is not the same as residence. Short visa-free entry, visa D, and the study residence permit are three different things. Know which one keeps you here legally.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Visa-free short entry","x":"Visa-free short entry. Macedonian citizens are generally visa-exempt for short stays in the Schengen area, subject to the applicable passport and entry rules. A short visa-free stay does not grant the right to remain for a full academic year.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"The 90-day concept","x":"The 90-day concept. A visa-free stay is generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Time spent in other Schengen countries counts. Do not use the short-stay period as a substitute for a student residence solution.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Visa D","x":"Visa D. A long-stay visa D is a separate document, generally used for a stay longer than 90 days and up to one year where its conditions are met. In practice it is mainly relevant for students coming on a study exchange, for example Erasmus, for up to one year. This route is handled only by the Slovenian Embassy in Skopje and cannot be arranged through a Slovenian administrative unit. Students enrolled in a full degree programme in Slovenia normally do not use visa D. Their route is the temporary residence permit for study described below, which is decided by the Slovenian administrative unit ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Temporary residence permit for study","x":"Temporary residence permit for study. The normal long-term study route is a temporary residence permit for study (dovoljenje za začasno prebivanje zaradi študija). The competent Slovenian authority is the administrative unit (upravna enota). A first application may also involve the Slovenian Embassy in Skopje.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Applying in Slovenia after the 2025 amendment","x":"Applying in Slovenia after the 2025 amendment. Slovenian law now generally allows a foreigner who is lawfully staying in Slovenia to submit a first temporary-residence application at a Slovenian administrative unit, unless a specific rule provides otherwise. However, the general in-country first application does not automatically produce a certificate that extends the person’s lawful stay until the final decision. This is critical. A student who applies late may reach the end of the lawful 90-day period before the permit is decided.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Safe approach","x":"Safe approach. Start early. Ask the Embassy or administrative unit which route applies. Obtain written confirmation. Do not assume that submitting an application in Slovenia allows you to remain after your legal short stay expires. Do not book non-refundable travel based only on informal advice.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"The three residence stages students confuse most often","x":"The three residence stages students confuse most often.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Study permit","x":"Study permit. A temporary residence permit for study is issued for the study period, but normally for no more than one year at a time. It is renewable while the conditions remain satisfied. It permits student work through a napotnica when the student meets the student-work conditions.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Post-study job-seeking permit","x":"Post-study job-seeking permit. A graduate who completed eligible higher education in Slovenia may apply for a temporary permit to search for employment or self-employment. The official route is limited to a maximum of nine months and is not renewable. The permit is for searching. It does not itself authorise regular employment. Once a job is found, the graduate needs the appropriate work and residence basis.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Single work and residence permit","x":"Single work and residence permit. Regular employment through an employment contract generally requires an enotno dovoljenje za prebivanje in delo. The process involves the upravna enota and consent or checks by the Employment Service of Slovenia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Apply before the current legal basis expires","x":"Apply before the current legal basis expires. Do not wait until the final days of the student permit to begin the graduate or work route. A gap can affect lawful stay, travel, employment, insurance, and address registration.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/visa-and-residence-explained/","t":"Entry is not the same as residence","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Embassy visa and residence information InfoTujci Study in Slovenia residence information 2025 Foreigners Act amendment explanation Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Support while living abroad","x":"Support while living abroad. Culture shock is normal. Build support in several places, use university counselling, and know your emergency numbers.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Culture shock","x":"Culture shock. Common experiences include excitement, administrative stress, loneliness, language fatigue, comparison with home, frustration, and a gradual sense of routine and belonging. These are not proof that the move was a mistake.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Build support in several places","x":"Build support in several places. MSOS, faculty tutor, and student office International office and classmates Local student organisation and a sports or cultural group University counselling and healthcare University support by city: in Ljubljana use Psychosocial Counselling, the Student Health Centre, faculty tutors, and Career Centres; in Maribor use faculty tutoring, mental-health and successful-study resources, and Career Centre UM; in Primorska use free Psychological Counselling UP, the Welcome office, tutoring, and ŠportUP; in Nova Gorica use tutoring, the student office, the Career Centr","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Starting outside Ljubljana","x":"Starting outside Ljubljana. Students in Maribor, Koper, Nova Gorica, Celje, and smaller centres should not be treated as remote members of an organisation based only in Ljubljana. MSOS content and events should publish local contacts, rotate or decentralise activities, offer online access, connect new students with people in the same city, and include city-specific administrative information.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Discrimination or harassment","x":"Discrimination or harassment. Preserve messages, dates, names, witnesses, the contract, photographs, and medical or police evidence where relevant. Possible contacts include the university, faculty, police, equality institutions, legal support, the landlord authority, or an employer platform, depending on the issue.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"A practical rule for asking for help","x":"A practical rule for asking for help. Do not wait until one problem affects five systems. An unpaid rent dispute can become an address problem, an address problem can delay residence correspondence, a residence delay can affect travel, and loss of status can affect meals, transport, work, insurance, and housing. Contact the responsible institution early and keep written records.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/wellbeing-and-community/","t":"Support while living abroad","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. University of Ljubljana student life University of Maribor student portal University of Nova Gorica student guide Student Organisation of Slovenia Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Where to submit the residence application","x":"Where to submit the residence application. The embassy in Skopje or a Slovenian administrative unit: where to submit, and the lawful-stay risk to manage.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Route A: Slovenian Embassy in Skopje","x":"Route A: Slovenian Embassy in Skopje. You can start the process from Skopje before you move to Slovenia. Keep in mind that the embassy does not decide the residence permit itself: it forwards your application and documents to the competent administrative unit in Slovenia and passes the decision back. Because the paperwork travels both ways by post, this route usually takes longer, and the fee is higher than applying in Slovenia. What to prepare: Appointments are arranged in advance by phone (+389 2 310 3050) or email (consular.skopje@gov.si). The usual documents are a valid travel document (pa","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Route B: Slovenian administrative unit","x":"Route B: Slovenian administrative unit. If you are already lawfully in Slovenia, for example on a visa-free short stay, you can usually submit your first application directly at the competent administrative unit (upravna enota). This is normally faster and cheaper than going through the embassy, because there is no back-and-forth by post and the fee is lower (around 70 EUR in total). The documents you need are the same as for the embassy route. Before choosing this route: Confirm that your study purpose is covered. Keep track of your remaining lawful visa-free days so you apply in good time. A","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Which administrative unit?","x":"Which administrative unit?. The competent office normally relates to the place of intended or actual residence, but the current allocation of work and appointment system should be checked.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Practical route comparison","x":"Practical route comparison. Route Main advantage Main risk to manage Embassy in Skopje You can start before you move to Slovenia Slower, because documents are posted to and from the administrative unit, and more expensive (fee 123 EUR); the embassy only forwards the application Upravna enota while lawfully in Slovenia Usually faster and cheaper (around 70 EUR); you apply directly with the office that decides You must already be lawfully in Slovenia; confirm whether submission lets you stay until the decision, and avoid leaving the country while it is pending","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Useful upravna enota examples","x":"Useful upravna enota examples.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Ljubljana","x":"Ljubljana. Upravna enota Ljubljana, Sektor za upravne notranje zadeve, Tobačna ulica 5, 1000 Ljubljana. Email: ue.lj-sunz@gov.si","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Nova Gorica","x":"Nova Gorica. Upravna enota Nova Gorica, Trg Edvarda Kardelja 1, 5102 Nova Gorica. Telephone: +386 5 330 6100. Email: ue.novagorica@gov.si","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Ajdovščina","x":"Ajdovščina. Upravna enota Ajdovščina, Vipavska cesta 11b, 5270 Ajdovščina. Telephone: +386 5 364 3200. Email: ue.ajdovscina@gov.si Addresses, departments, and appointment systems can change. Verify before visiting.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Booking an appointment through eSamonarocanje, step by step","x":"Booking an appointment through eSamonarocanje, step by step. Most administrative units take residence appointments through the online portal eSamonarocanje. You can also phone the unit, but the portal is usually the fastest. Here is the exact flow: Step 1. Open the eSamonarocanje website. Step 2. Choose the administrative unit nearest to where you live and study. For example, if you live and study in Ljubljana, select \"UE Ljubljana - Tobacna\". Step 3. Choose the procedure. Type \"studij\" and select the first option if you are a non-EU student. If you are an EU or EEA student, type \"EGP\" and sel","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Potrdilo o vloženi prošnji","x":"Potrdilo o vloženi prošnji. A confirmation that an application was filed does not have the same legal effect in every procedure. For a first study application submitted during a visa-free stay, do not assume that the confirmation extends lawful stay. For some later procedures, including the post-study job-seeking route, official guidance may provide a confirmation that temporarily acts as residence evidence while the application is decided. Ask the authority to state the effect of the exact document you receive.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/student-welcome-guide/where-to-apply-for-residence/","t":"Where to submit the residence application","h":"Sources and further information","x":"Sources and further information. Embassy of Slovenia in Skopje Embassy visa and residence information InfoTujci 2025 Foreigners Act amendment explanation Last checked: 30 July 2026","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Support MSOS","x":"Support MSOS. Support the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS) through a donation or partnership and help fund student events, guidance and community programs.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Built by the community, for the community","x":"Built by the community, for the community. We are a non-profit, volunteer-run organisation. No one at MSOS is paid, our team gives their time because they remember how it feels to arrive in a new country, far from home, trying to find their place. From the first Macedonian student party in Ljubljana to a nationwide network across Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper and Nova Gorica, none of it would have been possible without the generosity of our partners, sponsors and community. They gave us venues, funding, guidance and trust when we were just starting out. Your support keeps this going, and helps the","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Ways to support us","x":"Ways to support us. 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Follow us, share our posts and tell the students in your life about MSOS. Growing our community is one of the most powerful ways to support our mission.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Where your support goes","x":"Where your support goes. Support for MSOS turns directly into help for students and the community.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Donation & sponsorship details","x":"Donation & sponsorship details. You can support us by bank transfer to our official association account. For sponsorships or an invoice, contact us and we will arrange everything.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/support/","t":"Support MSOS","h":"Let’s build something together","x":"Let’s build something together. Have an idea, a question, or a way you’d like to support MSOS? We would love to hear from you. Reach out and let’s find the right way to collaborate. 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It all started at a wine tasting event in the heart of Ljubljana. Among friends and good conversation, our founder Kristijan Popovski was encouraged by his Slovenian peers to organize something truly Macedonian. Inspired, he posted in a Facebook group of Macedonians living in Slovenia, calling for volunteers to help bring the idea to life. Around 40 volunteers responded, a group of students who, without even realizing it, were laying the foundations of what would later become MSOS. Day after day, we worked side by side, sharing the same air, fueled by excitement and the d","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"From One Event to a Bigger Vision","x":"From One Event to a Bigger Vision. After the success of the first Macedonian Student Party in Ljubljana, something changed. What began as a one-time event sparked a new energy among us. The group of volunteers who had worked side by side suddenly felt there was more to be done. We started holding regular meetings and brainstorming sessions, often lasting late into the evening. In those small rooms, surrounded by notes and ideas scribbled on paper, we began to shape a bigger vision. We talked about what Macedonian students in Slovenia truly needed, not just parties, but support, connection, and","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"The Founding Team","x":"The Founding Team. From the energy of the first events, a smaller circle of the most dedicated volunteers decided to take things further. They realized that for MSOS to grow, it needed structure, direction, and continuity. That was the moment when the first coordinating body was born, the group that would soon become the founding team of the organization. This first team was made up of: Kristijan Popovski, Bisera Nikoloska, Marko Arsov, Ksenija Kraljevska, Aleksandar Balkoski, Kiara Lazić, Evgenija Kolovska, Dijana Dimkovska, Hristijan Bogdanovski, and Stefan Gjurovski. Each one brought someth","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"From Idea to Tradition","x":"From Idea to Tradition. The year 2023 marked the transformation of MSOS from an emerging initiative into a recognizable student network. In March, we stepped into the public eye and immediately expanded beyond Ljubljana to Maribor and Koper. By September, we had already crossed borders with our first major panel event in Skopje, connecting future students with those already studying in Slovenia. 2023 was the year when MSOS stopped being just an idea and began building traditions that continue to grow today.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Going Public","x":"Going Public. On March 5, 2023, we officially introduced MSOS to the public as a student initiative. What had begun as an idea and a few events was now ready to be presented as something bigger, a movement with a clear mission and vision. The launch was more than just an announcement. It was the moment when Macedonian students in Slovenia realized they had their own platform, their own voice, and a community they could call home. Through social media, word of mouth, and our first public activities, we reached students who until then felt scattered and disconnected. For us as organizers, this w","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Growing Beyond Ljubljana","x":"Growing Beyond Ljubljana. The public launch of MSOS in March 2023 did more than just make us visible, it sparked a wave of interest across Slovenia. Very quickly, students from Maribor and Koper reached out, asking how they could get involved. What began as individual messages soon grew into local teams, ready to bring the MSOS spirit to their own cities. This moment showed us that the need for community wasn't limited to Ljubljana. Macedonian students everywhere were looking for connection, support, and a network they could trust. With Maribor and Koper on board, MSOS transformed from a local","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"\"Meet Student Slovenia 2023\"","x":"\"Meet Student Slovenia 2023\". In September 2023, MSOS took a bold step, for the first time, we organized a panel event outside Slovenia, in Skopje. The idea was simple but powerful: bring together future students and their parents, and connect them directly with those already living and studying in Slovenia. The turnout exceeded all expectations. More than 100 participants filled the NLB Gallery, eager to hear real stories; not from brochures or officials, but from students themselves. They spoke about everyday challenges, from housing and paperwork to making friends and building a new life fa","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"From Recognition to Responsibility","x":"From Recognition to Responsibility. In 2024, MSOS grew into a fully recognized and nationwide student organization. We expanded to Nova Gorica, officially registered as an association on September 9, and organized our first international conference in Skopje. With Tour de Maribor on October 12, our local teams showed new energy and initiative, while on November 17 we signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Student Assembly of UKIM in Skopje. 2024 was the year MSOS gained legitimacy, broadened its reach, and strengthened its role as a bridge between students in Slovenia and Macedonia.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Expanding to Nova Gorica","x":"Expanding to Nova Gorica. By the spring of 2024, MSOS had already built a strong presence in Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper. But one important piece was still missing: Nova Gorica. In May, we officially welcomed our first members from the University of Nova Gorica, students full of energy, motivation, and new perspectives. For us, this expansion was more than just adding another city to the map. It symbolized the fact that MSOS was now present in all four major university centers in Slovenia. It meant that no matter where Macedonian students chose to study; from Ljubljana to the western border ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Official Registration","x":"Official Registration. On September 9, 2024, MSOS was officially registered in the Slovenian register of associations. This milestone marked a historic moment for us: from a student initiative built on enthusiasm and volunteer spirit, we became a legally recognized organization. The registration gave us legitimacy to act as an institution, to run projects with legal backing, and to collaborate formally with universities, government bodies, and other organizations. For our team, it was more than a piece of paper, it was the confirmation that all the effort, countless volunteer hours, and shared","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"First MSOS Conference","x":"First MSOS Conference. Only a few weeks after our official registration, on September 25, 2024, MSOS took another bold step, organizing its first official conference in Skopje: \"From Slovenia to North Macedonia: Synergy of Education and Business.\" The event brought together three different worlds, students, government, and the business sector, around one shared question: How can young people educated abroad be motivated to return and contribute at home? The program was divided into three panels: Youth Panel , where students educated in Slovenia shared their hopes, challenges, and perspectives ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Tour de Maribor","x":"Tour de Maribor. On October 12, 2024, our Maribor team organized its first event, Tour de Maribor. The idea was to welcome new students by turning the entire city into a playground. Teams of participants received maps with 10 checkpoints, each offering a fun challenge: solving quizzes, making TikToks, trading random items, or snapping creative photos with Maribor's landmarks. The adventure lasted for more than five hours and ended with prizes, music, and new friendships. But what mattered most wasn't the competition, it was the atmosphere. Strangers became teammates, teammates became friends, ","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Memorandum of Cooperation","x":"Memorandum of Cooperation. On International Students' Day, November 17, 2024, MSOS and the University Student Assembly at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje signed a Memorandum of Cooperation. With this step, we confirmed our joint commitment to improving student standards, strengthening regional cooperation, and creating a bridge for sharing best practices between Macedonia and Slovenia. The memorandum symbolized more than a formal agreement, it was a recognition that Macedonian students abroad and at home share the same challenges and hopes. By working together, we opened a path fo","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"A Year of Community and New Beginnings","x":"A Year of Community and New Beginnings. In 2025, MSOS strengthened its presence across Slovenia with the first independent events from our teams in Nova Gorica and Koper. We stood in solidarity with Macedonia through peaceful gatherings and humanitarian actions, proving that our community is about more than student life alone. And with the upcoming opening of our first Student Hub in Ljubljana, 2025 marks a year of both unity and exciting new beginnings.","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Paint & Wine in Nova Gorica","x":"Paint & Wine in Nova Gorica. On International Women's Day, March 8, 2025, our team in Nova Gorica organized its very first independent event, a creative and vibrant Paint & Wine evening. With canvases, brushes, and a glass of wine in hand, students painted while enjoying the sunset accompanied by a live DJ set. The event was more than just art and music. It was a celebration of creativity, diversity, and the energy of young people coming together in a relaxed and inspiring setting. For MSOS, it was also a proud milestone: proof that our local teams are not only active, but able to design and c","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"MSOS Koper's First Event, Handball Fan Zone","x":"MSOS Koper's First Event, Handball Fan Zone. On March 16, 2025, our MSOS Koper team organized its first event, a Fan Zone for the European Handball Championship qualification match between Macedonia and Slovenia. In cooperation with the Macedonian Handball Federation, we brought students together with face paints, red and yellow flags, Macedonian beer, and even arranged two buses from Ljubljana to Koper to cheer as one. Sadly the event sadly stopped by the tragic news from Kochani. Despite this, the event showed the strength of our community and the passion of MSOS Koper in creating spaces whe","lang":"en"},{"u":"/en/timeline-and-milestones/","t":"Timeline & Milestones","h":"Solidarity for Kočani in difficult times","x":"Solidarity for Kočani in difficult times. In March and April 2025, MSOS stood together with the Macedonian community after the tragic events in Kočani. In Ljubljana, more than 700 people gathered in a peaceful vigil, filling the city square with candles and compassion. Soon after, our team in Maribor organized a charity basketball and football tournament, raising over €1.000 to support the families whose children were receiving treatment in Slovenia. 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