Europe

Slovenia
Still current at: 26 November 2009 Updated: 09 November 2009

This advice has been reviewed and reissued with an amendment to the Summary and Health section (removal of reference to Swine Flu). The overall level of the advice has not changed.

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Travel advice for this country

Travel Summary

There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.
All foreign Nationals visiting Slovenia must register with the Police within three days of arrival. See the Local Laws section of this advice for more details.
Around 91,000 British tourists visit Slovenia every year (Source: Slovene Nationality and Population Database). 8 British nationals required consular assistance in Slovenia in the period 01 April 2008 – 31 March 2009 for the following types of incident; deaths (1 case); hospitalisations (2 cases); and arrests, for a variety of offences (2 cases). During this period assistance was also requested with regard to lost or stolen passports (18 cases). If you need to contact the emergency services in Slovenia 112.
From 1 July 2008, Slovenia introduce a "Vignette" system for motorway travel, which is compulsory if you wish to use the motorways in Slovenia. See the Road Travel section of this advice for more details.
We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.