As of October 2025, Slovenia has begun the gradual implementation of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES ) – a digital border control mechanism that replaces manual passport stamping with electronic registration for travelers entering or leaving the Schengen area. The system only applies to short-term visitors from non-EU countries, while foreign residents in Slovenia, including […]
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Strasbourg, October 7, 2025 The European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved a reform of the mechanism allowing the temporary suspension of visa-free travel agreements with third countries. The proposal was adopted with 518 votes in favor, 96 against and 24 abstentions, marking an important step towards a more modern, fair and responsible European visa policy. With […]
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As Slovenia’s rental market continues to expand, both local and foreign property owners are increasingly offering their apartments for rent. However, the Housing Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia recently discovered numerous violations during its 2025 inspection campaign, highlighting that many landlords are still unaware of their legal duties. Written Lease Agreement Is Mandatory According […]
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Slovenian micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can now benefit from highly competitive liquidity loans provided by the Slovenian Enterprise Fund (Slovenski podjetniški sklad – SPS). These loans, ranging from EUR 15,000 to EUR 100,000, are designed to provide businesses with easy and quick access to funding sources for smaller investments or working capital needs. […]
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From 9 October 2025, all banks, savings institutions and payment service providers in the European Union will be required to offer instant payments in euros across all channels. This means that both domestic and cross-border transfers within the euro area will reach recipients in just 10 seconds, at any time of the day or week, […]
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In today’s globalised world, many individuals hold bank accounts outside their home country. Even among Slovenian residents, it has become increasingly common to use modern online banking services such as Wise, N26, and Revolut. These digital platforms make international transactions easier and cheaper, but they also come with certain reporting obligations that should not be […]
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Ljubljana, October 2, 2025 – Two legislative updates affecting Slovenia’s official identification documents entered into force today, following the adoption of the new Passport Act and the amendment to the Identity Card Act. Both laws apply to all applications submitted on or after October 2, 2025 and bring practical improvements while reducing administrative burdens. The […]
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On September 19, 2025, the Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia (No. 70/25) published the Act Amending and Supplementing the Act on the Regulation of the Labor Market (ZUTD-I). The Act entered into force on September 20, 2025, with most of the substantive changes taking effect on January 1, 2026. The reform introduces higher […]
Preberite večIf you have recently established a company in Slovenia or are planning to start business activities here, one of the first steps may be obtaining a VAT identification number (DDV number). This number is essential if you expect to exceed the statutory turnover threshold or if you wish to voluntarily enter the VAT system. The […]
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Introduction Moving to Slovenia, whether for work, investment or family, often raises one crucial question: Where will I pay taxes?Many newcomers confuse legal residency (your right to live in Slovenia) with tax residency (your obligation to pay tax in Slovenia). While they sometimes overlap, they are not the same. Misunderstanding the difference can lead to […]
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