We ‘ve gathered here the most frequently asked questions from our clients. If you have any other questions, please fell free to contact us.
What airport do I use to visit Slovenia?
Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital is the Country’s international airport (Ljubljana Airport), but also other airports are close, f.x. Trieste Airport is just over an hour from Ljubljana, and Venice, Italy, Graz, Austria, as well as Zagreb, Croatia an hour and a half.
Who can buy property in Slovenia?
EU citizens, as well as citizens of OECD and EFTA members can buy as private individuals the same way as Slovenians can. Also citizens of candidate countries for EU membership (North Macedonia, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, Moldova, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia) can buy property on the basis of a positive decision on the establishment of reciprocity (a procedure we take care of). If you don’t fit into neither of the above, you can also buy property via a registered company.
What are the costs involved in buying a property in Slovenia?
There are no purchase taxes in Slovenia. You need to calculate with around €500 in legal fees and translation fees. Agencies will charge up to 4% (plus VAT) as their commission, but this amount is usually split between buyer and seller.
What kind of documents do I need to buy real estate in Slovenia?
A valid passport or ID card in case of EU citizenship. Other requirements such as a Slovenian Tax number and EMŠO (PIN) number will be obtained by the agency on your behalf.
How long does the buying process take?
On average around 4 weeks. If a mortgage is involved from the buyers side this will add to the general timeframe. Also if the property being purchased comes with ‘agricultural land’ allow an extra 45 days as additional procedures must be followed.
What is the procedure once I have decided upon a property?
Once your offer is accepted, a sales contract or pre contract will be drawn up detailing the purchase price, terms and conditions, dates and all other relevant details. A 10% deposit is payable to the seller or an escrow account to secure the property. Once the buyer has paid the deposit, the seller can only retract from the sale, if the Buyer agrees to it and must in this case also return a double deposit. On the other hand, if the buyer pulls out, the deposit may be kept by the seller.
The contract will detail the completion date for the sale and hand over of the property. Usually once the contract is notarised by a public notary, the remaining 90% purchase amount must be paid within the agreed deadline. Once the full money has been received by the seller, the buyer is registered as the new property owner with the Court and obtains possession of the property.
Who draws up the sales contracts?
Here at Elite Property Slovenia, we use an independent firm of lawyers or in some instances a notary for sales contract preparation.
Do I need to be physically present to buy real estate?
No, our lawyers and agents can handle the full buying procedure on the basis of a power of attorney.
