Due to the current migration situation we have decided to post some information on the work of the Slovenian police in the area of border issues and foreigners. It contains especially explanation on those tasks and responsibilities that refer to foreigners who cross the state border illegally.

More information is available on Slovenian page.

Statistical data

Between 1 January and 30 November 2018, police officers recorded a total of 8,786 illegal border crossings in the Republic of Slovenia. Last year’s comparative figure stood at 1,720. The number increased by 410.8% compared to the same period in 2017. In this context, citizens of Pakistan, Afghanistan and Algeria constitute the three largest groups reported this year. More:

• Illegal migration in the Republic of Slovenia (data of the Police)

The number of received requests for international protection:

• Statistical data on foreigners in Slovenia (data of Ministry of the Interior)

The number of international protection seekers, accomodated in Slovenia, and persons granted international protection status:

• International protection seekers and persons granted international protection status (data of the Government Office for the Care and Integration of migrants)

Press releases

Published are only selected press releases - those translated into English. All press releases are available on Slovenian page.

19. 7. 2018: The work of the Slovenian police is professional and legal (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

5. 6. 2018: Home affairs ministers meet in Luxemburg to discuss the reform of the Common European asylum system and migration (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

15. 5. 2018: Györkös Žnidar: We have to focus on pursuing common goals and promoting mutual trust (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

12. 4. 2018: The Minister discusses border control with Austrian colleague (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

8. 3. 2018: Ministers discuss PNR Directive, Western Balkans and migrations in Brussels (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

26. 1. 2018: European asylum policy the main topic of the ministerial meeting in Sofia (press release of Ministry of the Interior)

Press releases - archive

Archive of press releases in connection with current migration flows

Tasks and duties of Slovenia's police

Among other tasks Slovenia's police force is also entrusted with conducting state border control and managing illegal migration and foreigner affairs. Police tasks are as follows: control of cross-border movement, state border protection, investigation of criminal offences and violations taking place at the state's border and investigation of border incidents, prevention of illegal migration, performance of operational tasks related to immigrant/foreigner legislation, decisions related to crossing of the state border and coordination of activities of the Centre for Foreigners.

• Procedures In Accordance With The Applicable European Legislation, Bilateral Agreements, Aliens Act And International Protection Act 
• Tasks and duties of Slovenia's police related to illegal migrants (FAQs) 
• Border Matters and Foreigners
• Centre for Foreigners
• Border crossings

Useful links

• The Slovenian Government Office for the Support and Integration of Migrants
• Government of the Republic of Slovenia - Helping refugees (government's press releases, information on reception procedures in case of illegal entry, advice for refugees, etc.)
• Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Slovenia
• Information for foreigners (a web portal set up by the Ministry of the Interior with a wide range of information needed by foreigners to be able to live and work in the Republic of Slovenia)
• Leaflet - Selected information and advice for refugees (4.4 MB) (in english and arabic)  

Notice for media representatives

Visits to border crossing points, reception centres and other locations for the accommodation of migrants are limited, i.e. have to be arranged in advance with the Public Relations Division at the General Police Directorate - contact:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

When accessing the areas where movement of persons is temporarily restricted, media representatives and any other visitors must get accredited. Media representatives obtain press passes.

Photographing and recording is only allowed from publicly accessible areas. Please make sure that you do not obstruct the police and other services in doing their job and that you precisely follow all instructions of police representatives.