How to buy property in Slovenia? Why do you need to open a company as a foreigner? Do you need an agent? Read on how to become a property owner in Slovenia as a foreigner.
Can foreigners buy real estate in Slovenia?
Several categories of buyers have a right to purchase real estate in Slovenia without any obstacles:
European Union citizens;
The citizens of Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway;
US citizens (based on the Treaty on Trade and Navigation).
Citizens of other countries must meet several conditions to purchase real estate in Slovenia:
Swiss citizens need a valid Permit C or permanent settlement permit;
European Union candidate citizens need to get permission from the Ministry of Justice.
Other foreign buyers can only purchase real estate if they have a registered business or citizenship via marriage, provided the condition of reciprocity is met.
What is the process of buying property in Slovenia?
Whether you are looking for commercial premises or consider apartments and houses in Slovenia, the main stages of the real estate purchase procedure stay the same.
Step 1. Choose and reserve an object
A licensed specialist makes a selection of relevant offers of property in Slovenia. After the inspection, the agent negotiates with the owner and agrees on the price.
The parties draw up and sign a preliminary contract, and the buyer pays a deposit of 10% of the transaction amount.
Step 2. Opening of a legal entity in Slovenia
Before concluding a contract of sale, some foreign buyers must register a company. Such a business must be in full ownership of a foreign buyer.
A foreigner must provide a valid passport, a copy of the TIN from the country of residence, and a certificate of no criminal record.
The opening period of the company takes from three to ten working days.
Step 3. Conclusion of the purchase and sale agreement
If there were no problems at the previous stages, the buyer and the seller sign a sale contract. Usually, a lawyer or a notary prepares it, but only a notary can certify it.
To purchase real estate, the buyer must provide:
the statutory documents of the legal entity (only those foreigners who must own a business);
an individual tax number;
details of the current account of a legal entity in any bank in Slovenia;
confirmation of the legal source of funds (certificate from the place of work, notarized donation or inheritance, contract of sale of real estate as a seller, etc.).
The guarantor of the contract is a notary and a real estate agency.
Step 4. Payment of the transaction
When the contract is signed, the buyer transfers the remaining amount – 90%.
The seller pays the ownership transfer tax in the size of 2% of the transaction.
The buyer pays the fee to a real estate agent about 2-3% of the transaction within a week after the transaction.
Step 5. Registration of ownership
After the notary has registered the contract and submitted the documents to the local Land Register, the buyer becomes a property owner. The procedure for entering into the Land Register can take up to 90 days. The service fee is €500.
What can you buy in Slovenia right now?
69 000 €
House in Lasko, Slovenia
95 m²
A charming house with an area of 94.6 m2, built in 1800, is offered in Potsakovo. Located on a large plot of 8,496 m2, it is a classic rural house built of stone. The living area is divided into a basement, ground floor and attic.
The house, designed in the style of ancient rural comfort, has been carefully maintained in good condition....
MIRAG INVEST DOO
690 000 €
House in Koper, Slovenia
188 m²432
A modern house for sale, built in 2006 and completely renovated in 2024, in a quiet area of Kampel, surrounded by nature and recreational areas. The total area of the house is 188 m², the plot is 1,146 m². The house is designed with high functionality and everything necessary for a comfortable stay, located on the first and second floors....
MIRAG INVEST DOO
395 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
81 m²311
For sale is a cozy two-and-a-half-room apartment with an area of 80.9 m², located on the first floor of an apartment building with a garden and two covered parking spaces. The house was built in 1905, and the apartment was completely renovated in 2010. The façade of the building will be renovated in 2022. The apartment is located in the Trnovo...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
355 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
67 m²2
A spacious 2.5-room apartment with a total area of 67.10 m² is for sale in the city of Ljubljana, Savsko Naselje district. The apartment is located on the first floor of a four-story apartment building, built in 1958, with a renovated roof and facade.
The housing itself is beautifully furnished and has 61.40 m² of living space. The layout...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
420 000 €
House in Ljubljana, Slovenia
196 m²7
We are pleased to offer you an exceptional opportunity to become the owner of a modern two-story house in Trnovo, located on a one-of-a-kind plot near the Ljubljanica River. Built in 2025 and measuring 163 m², this home is ideal for a large family with four cozy bedrooms and three bathrooms. It is located on a plot of 215 m² and has reached the...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
365 000 €
Flat in Koper, Slovenia
64 m²331
A comfortable apartment is offered in a modern residential complex, located in the center of Koper and close to the historical part of the city. The project includes two multi-storey buildings, and the apartment is located on the second floor of building B.
The total area of the apartment is 64.19 m², which includes a spacious living room of...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
430 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
96 m²4
On Chenduiskaya Street, in the Fuzhine district, an apartment equipped with everything necessary is for sale. It occupies 96 m² on the third floor of a four-story building built in 1988 and renovated in 2020. The accommodation is modern and spacious with four rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Due to its location in the Fužine district, the...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
249 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
60 m²211
This spacious two-room apartment, located on the first floor of an old house on Zaloszka Street in the heart of the city, was built back in 1867. It provides an exceptional opportunity to combine living and working space with a total area of 60 m².
In 2022, the apartment's electrical wiring was completely renewed, and in 2014, the water supply...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
252 492 €
Flat in Kozina, Slovenia
62 m²211
A modern two-room apartment with an area of 62 m² is offered, located in the new residential complex "Brigne" in the center of the village of Kozina. Completion of construction is scheduled for 2025. The apartment is located on the second of four floors of a building equipped with an elevator and includes all the conditions for a comfortable...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
465 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
100 m²4
Chic four-room duplex apartment in Nadgorica, Ljubljana, impresses with its 99.5 m², built in 2002. These apartments are located in one of the most comfortable and quiet corners of the city, combining modern amenities, thoughtful layout and closeness to nature.
The apartments are distributed on two levels and immediately create a feeling of...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
785 925 €
House in Ljubljana, Slovenia
210 m²632
We present an exquisite three-storey house with a terrace in the Vrhovci area of Ljubljana, which will be an ideal choice for those who value high-quality modern housing and proximity to city infrastructure. The project "Houses Vrhoveci" includes two independent houses and three pairs of houses with a terrace, including this one.
This...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
495 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
117 m²211
We offer a modern two-level designer apartment in Crnuča, built in 2022. It is located in a calm and liveable complex with small buildings. The area of the apartment is 116.9 m², including the atrium and one parking space.
Thanks to the original two-level design, living and sleeping areas are clearly separated. The upper level offers a...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
790 000 €
House in Ljubljana, Slovenia
152 m²
In the Bežigrad area, Ljubljana, a one-storey house with great development potential is offered. A unique opportunity to build a prestigious city villa on a plot of 385 m².
️ The house, built in 1928, has a usable area of 151.8 m². The building was partially restored: the roof was renewed in 1979, the facade in 1980. However, its true value...
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179 900 €
Flat in Izola, Slovenia
18 m²1
A new studio apartment with an area of 18 m² is offered for sale in Izola at Koperskaya, 15. The apartment is located on the first floor of a three-story building, completely renovated in 2024. The studio has a bright space connecting the kitchen and living room, and also has a separate bathroom. All necessary communications are installed,...
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345 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
86 m²31
A three-room apartment with an area of 86 m², located on the first floor of a two-story apartment building built in 1971, adapted in 2000, in the Rudnik district. The property is located in close proximity to the Supernova shopping center, bus station and natural surroundings, offering a unique combination of urban comfort and natural harmony....
MIRAG INVEST DOO
1 280 000 €
House in Lucija, Slovenia
267 m²842
Great opportunity to purchase a independent two-storey house in the Lucia area, Portorož, with a total area of 267 m², located on a plot measuring 712 m². Built in 1960 and renovated in 1980, the house is located three minutes from Marina Portorož and a five-minute walk to the beach and promenade. The plot offers a sunny and quiet atmosphere,...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
69 000 €
House in Ptuj, Slovenia
82 m²211
We offer for sale a charming house with a total area of 81.7 m², located on a large plot of land measuring 13,228 m² in the picturesque village of Sedlašek, Podlehnik commune. Historical architecture here harmoniously combines with natural beauty and breathtaking views. The house was built in 1874 and, although in need of updating, represents...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
750 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
119 m²42
In the center of Ljubljana, on Cankareva Street, opposite the Ljubljana Opera House, there is a spacious and bright maisonette-style apartment of 119 m² with four rooms and an additional half. The property is located on the ground floor of a four-story historic building dating back to 1909 and offers parking space in front of the house.
The...
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1 160 000 €
Flat in Ljubljana, Slovenia
202 m²432
For sale is a stylish and spacious four-room penthouse in the Brde area, near the center of Ljubljana. It was built in 2011, and was renovated in 2022. The penthouse is located on the top level of a modern apartment building, equipped with an elevator. Its area is 201.5 m², including a living area of 115.1 m², a terrace of 81.3 m², and a storage...
MIRAG INVEST DOO
365 000 €
Flat in Lucija, Slovenia
70 m²32
A bright and cozy three-room apartment for sale, located in the settlement of Lucia. The area of the apartment is 70.1 m², with the possibility of redevelopment into four rooms. The property is located in a house built in 1980 and features open views and a pleasant layout that creates a comfortable living environment.
The apartment is fully...
What are the taxes for buying property in Slovenia?
The seller pays the tax on the property sale, but the buyer can also take this duty by an agreement.
If it is a secondary market property, the tax is 2%.
If the property is new and has been built less than 2 years ago, the seller pays VAT.
If the property is planned for permanent residence, a reduced VAT rate is applied – 9.5%, for the other types – 22.0%.
Read more about the cost of maintaining real estate in Slovenia HERE
What does a sale contract contain in Slovenia?
The contract must include items about the current state of the property, purchase price, payment terms, terms of implementation or its termination, and obligations of the parties. It also requires a point with permission to enter the property rights of the new owner in the land register.
The contract is concluded in Slovenian. Slovenian legislation also requires the translation of the contract of sale and other relevant documents into the language spoken by the buyer.
Why is needed real estate due diligence in Slovenia?
The object you want to buy must be checked in the Slovenian Land Registry for the absence of liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, etc.
What are the regulations for foreigners purchasing Slovenian properties?
A foreigner, as the owner of a company, needs to keep accounting records, submit an annual balance sheet and pay taxes on the company – income tax, VAT, etc.
A foreigner who becomes a tax resident of Slovenia must also notify about his worldwide income. If they are not a resident of Slovenia, taxation is formed based on the agreement between the countries.
