While in a foreign country, U.S. citizens may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States. The information below concerning Slovenia is provided for general reference only and may not be totally accurate in a particular location or circumstance. Good Slovenia has a well-developed road network, safe for travel. Highways connect all major cities and towns as well as neighboring countries and are clearly sign-posted. As the number of cars in Slovenia continues to rise, roads are becoming more heavily congested during the weekends on major routes and during rush hour.
Parking is difficult and can be expensive in the city center.
Travelers should be alert to aggressive drivers both in cities and on highways. Many of the serious accidents in Slovenia occur as a result of high-speed driving. U.S. visitors and U.S. residents in Slovenia must be in possession of both a valid U.S. driver s license and an international driver s license if they wish to drive in Slovenia. This will allow them to drive for a maximum of one year, after which residents of Slovenia are required to obtain a Slovenian driver s license. Motorists are required to have their headlights on during the daytime and drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.