Slovenia: Payment methods & tips

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Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Euro (EUR)

For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

in euro (EUR)

For minor expenses on arrival in country of destination

Local currency / ISO Code

Euro EUR

Further Information

Import local currency
unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared

Import foreign currency
unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

Export local currency
unlimited; the equivalent of EUR 10'000.00 or more must be declared

Export foreign currency
unlimited; EUR 10'000.00 (equivalent) or more must be declared

Credit cards

Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+/- 0 h

National language

Official language

Slovenian

Language capabilities

German, English and Italian

Capital

Ljubljana

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Voltage

220 volt; 2-pronged round plug / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Valid ID card (for stays up to 1 month) or valid passport, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.

Health situation

Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.

Other information

Security

Observe elementary safety precautions.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Ljubljana, Trg republike 3, 6th Floor
Tel. +386 1 200 86 40

Opening hours

Banks

9.00 - 12.00 h and 14.00 - 17.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.30 - 11.00/12.00 h (Sat)

Stores

8.00 - 19.00/21.00 h (Mon - Fri)
8.00 - 13.00 h (Sat)

Driving

Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals if obtained at least 2 years previously, varies by rental company.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 (varies by rental company).
CH sticker, first-aid kit, bright signal jacket and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Headlights must be on even during the day.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.5 ‰.

Travel advice for Slovenia.