The Foreign Office has warned UK tourists could be fined if they overstay the 90-day visa-free limit in Slovenia. In a warning to European Union holidaymakers, the Foreign Office has issued fresh guidance over travelling to Slovenia with visas.
It said: “You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes Slovenia, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.” This applies to tourists and if you are in Slovenia to visit family or friends or to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events.
It also impacts those heading to Slovenia for short-term studies or training. The FCDO said: “If you are travelling to other Schengen countries as well, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day visa-free limit. Visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.
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“If you overstay the 90-day visa-free limit, you may have to pay an on-the-spot fine. If you cannot pay the fine, the border police can confiscate your documents or assets until you pay. You may also be banned from entering Schengen countries for up to three years.”
It stated: “If your passport is missing a stamp, show evidence of when and where you entered or left the Schengen area (for example, boarding passes or tickets) and ask the border guards to add the date and location in your passport.
“At Slovenian border control, you may need to: show a return or onward ticket or prove that you have enough money for your stay.” The Foreign Office went on, saying: “To stay longer, you must meet the Slovenian government’s entry requirements.
“Check which type of visa or permit you need with the Slovenian Embassy in the UK.” It added: “If you are in Slovenia with a residence permit or long-stay visa, this does not count towards your 90-day visa-free limit.”
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