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#CARD:Slovenia:Travel\Consular Information
Slovenia - Consular Information Sheet
September 8, 1993
Country Description: Slovenia is a moderately developed European nation,
independent since 1991 from Yugoslavia. It is essentially unaffected by the
war in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Tourist facilities are available but may be
limited, especially in more rural parts of the country.
Entry Requirements: A passport is necessary but a visa is not required for
stays of up to three months. Additional information can be obtained from
the Embassy of Slovenia at 1300 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036,
telephone (202) 828-1650 or the Slovenia Consulate in New York.
Medical Facilities: Good medical care is widely available. Doctors and
hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S.
medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers
have found that in some cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific
overseas coverage has proved to be useful. Information about providers is
available at the U.S. Embassy. Further information on health matters can be
obtained from the Centers for Disease Control's international travelers
hotline, tel. (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Crime in Slovenia is rare, but has increased since the
onset of civil unrest in the region. As in any country, travelers,
especially those who appear affluent, can become targets of pickpockets and
purse snatchers, especially at railroad stations and airports. The loss or
theft of a U.S. passport abroad should be reported immediately to the local
police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The Department of State's
pamphlets "A Safe Trip Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers to Eastern Europe"
are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC 20402. They provide useful information on travel to
the region and protecting personal security while traveling abroad.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use, and trafficking in
illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences
and fines.
Registration: U.S. citizens who register at the U.S. Embassy can obtain
updated information on travel and security within Slovenia.
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana is located at Prazakova 4,
telephone (386-61) 310-427, fax (386-61) 301-401.
No. 93-242
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated April 29, 1993, to
reflect the elimination of a visa requirement and to update information on
medical facilities within Slovenia.
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