France Visa RequirementsFor Slovenia passport holders
Slovenian citizens can visit France visa-free with no length-of-stay cap as both countries are EU and Schengen members.
Great news! Slovenia passport holders can enter France without a visa for tourism or business purposes.
No visa required. A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card is sufficient for any stay. EU freedom of movement applies; stays beyond 3 months require registration.
France is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Passport or National ID
A valid Slovenian passport or national ID card.
Valid Slovak Passport or National ID Card
A valid Slovak passport or national ID card is accepted for entry into France as an EU citizen.
Proof of Accommodation (recommended) Recommended
Hotel reservation or address where you will be staying. Useful if asked by border officers.
Current Travel Situation
Slovenia to France: What You Need to Know
France is a perennial top destination for Slovenian travellers, combining unrivalled cultural heritage, Mediterranean coastline, Alpine skiing, and world-class gastronomy. Paris is the most visited city in the world and draws Slovenian tourists year-round. The Slovenian-French relationship has an intellectual dimension: French structuralism and philosophy (Derrida, Lacan) had significant influence on Slovenian thinkers including Slavoj Zizek. The French Riviera (Nice, Cannes, Monaco) is within easy driving distance of Slovenia via the A8 motorway. Provence lavender fields and the Loire Valley chateaux offer romantic escapes.
How to Get There
Paris: Eiffel Tower (book online), Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, Notre-Dame (reopened December 2024), Sacre-Coeur, the Marais, Montmartre. French Riviera: Nice's Promenade des Anglais, Monaco (Formula 1 circuit, Monte Carlo Casino), Antibes, Eze village. Provence: lavender in bloom (late June-July) near Valensole and Sault, the Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct (UNESCO). Loire Valley: Chambord and Chenonceau chateaux are the most celebrated.
Money & Banking
France uses the euro (EUR). Paris is expensive; budget EUR 100-150 per person per day mid-range. Provence and smaller cities are more affordable. A croissant from a boulangerie costs EUR 1.20-1.50; a cafe au lait is EUR 2-3. Card payments are universal.
Practical Tips
Ljubljana to Paris is approximately 1,300 km (12 hours by car or overnight bus). Wizz Air, Transavia, and easyJet offer budget flights from Ljubljana to Paris (CDG, Orly). The Italian border at Ventimiglia is 3.5 hours from Ljubljana, giving access to the French Riviera by car. France's TGV network connects Paris to Lyon (2h), Marseille (3h), Nice (5.5h), and Bordeaux (2h).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Slovenian citizens need a visa for France?
No. France and Slovenia are both EU and Schengen member states. Slovenian citizens can travel to France without a visa for any length of stay using a passport or national ID card.
What currency does France use?
France uses the euro (EUR), the same as Slovenia. No exchange is needed.
Is the French Riviera accessible from Slovenia by road?
Yes. The French Riviera (Nice, Cannes, Monaco) is approximately 640 km from Ljubljana (5.5-6 hours by car via Italy: the A4 to Trieste, then the Italian Riviera motorway A10 to Nice). Monaco is the closest major destination from the Slovenian border. The Italian Riviera route passes Genoa, the Cinque Terre area, and San Remo before crossing into France.
Do I need to speak French to travel in France?
French is the dominant language. In Paris, tourist areas, and major museums, English is widely spoken. In rural areas and smaller towns, basic French phrases are appreciated: bonjour (hello), merci (thank you), s'il vous plait (please), parlez-vous anglais? (do you speak English?).
Is the Eiffel Tower free to visit?
The Eiffel Tower itself is free to view from the Champ de Mars. Climbing the stairs to the 2nd floor costs EUR 14.20 (adult); the lift to the summit costs EUR 29.40. Online advance booking is strongly recommended, especially in summer.
What is the best way to travel from Paris to the Alps?
The TGV from Paris Gare de Lyon to Chambery takes 3 hours; to Grenoble, 3 hours; to Geneva (Switzerland), 3.5 hours. Chamonix (French Alps, below Mont Blanc) is 5.5 hours from Paris by TGV to Geneva or Bellegarde plus bus. The A43 motorway from Lyon to Chambery and Modane is the main road route to the French Alps.
What is Paris's best free attraction?
The Louvre's first Sunday of each month offers free entry (without reservation). Most permanent collections of the Musee d'Orsay, the Centre Pompidou (outside exhibitions), and the Musee de l'Homme are free on the first Sunday. Notre-Dame Cathedral (reopened December 2024) is free to enter. The Jardin des Tuileries, Luxembourg Gardens, Bois de Boulogne, and Bois de Vincennes are free public green spaces.
What is ETIAS and does it affect Slovenian travellers?
ETIAS applies only to non-EU citizens. As a Slovenian citizen with an EU passport, you do not need ETIAS for any EU or Schengen country travel. ETIAS is for nationals of visa-exempt non-EU countries visiting the Schengen Area.