Check current flight, airport, entry, border and travel warning information that could affect a trip to Slovenia.
Slovenia Status
WATCH
Travel to Slovenia is operating normally overall, with international flights, airports and normal entry procedures in place. However, travellers crossing by land should allow extra time because temporary border controls remain in effect on the Austrian and Italian sides of their borders with Slovenia.
Current Travel Conditions
What Travellers Should Know
Border checks can still affect journeys
Travellers crossing Slovenia’s land borders with Austria or Italy should be prepared for document checks and possible delays because temporary internal Schengen border controls remain in effect on those borders.
Slovenia lifted its Croatia and Hungary controls
Slovenia ended its temporary internal border controls with Croatia and Hungary on 11 June 2026. Travellers should still carry valid identification when crossing internal Schengen borders.
Schengen entry rules
Slovenia is part of the Schengen area. Visa requirements depend on nationality, and short stays are generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period for eligible visa-free visitors.
Entry/Exit System
The EU Entry/Exit System is operating at Slovenia’s external Schengen border points for relevant non-EU short-stay travellers. The system electronically records border crossings and biometric information.
Registration after arrival
Visitors staying in registered hotels or other commercial accommodation are normally registered automatically. Travellers staying in private accommodation may need to arrange registration with local authorities.
Latest Travel Changes
Slovenia ended its own temporary internal border controls
Slovenia lifted the temporary controls on its borders with Croatia and Hungary at midnight on 11 June 2026. Normal internal Schengen movement has therefore resumed across those borders, although travellers should continue carrying valid travel documents.
Checks remain on other Slovenian borders
Temporary controls maintained by neighbouring countries mean travellers can still face checks when travelling between Slovenia and Austria or Italy. Extra time should be allowed for overland journeys.
No major aviation disruption identified
Commercial flights and Slovenia’s principal airports continue to operate. The WATCH classification is therefore due to current land-border controls rather than a nationwide transport or entry disruption.
Before You Travel
Check the Schengen visa and passport requirements that apply to your nationality before travelling.
If travelling by road or rail between Slovenia and Austria or Italy, carry your passport or other valid travel document and allow additional time for possible checks.
If staying in private accommodation, confirm whether you need to register your stay with the local authorities.
Check your airline and individual flight status before travelling to the airport.
Travel Status is designed to highlight significant changes that could affect a trip. It is not a replacement for official immigration, airline or government advice.