Real estate tax in Slovenia 2026 – What homeowners need to prepare for

Real estate tax in Slovenia 2026 - What homeowners need to prepare for

Real estate tax in Slovenia 2026 – What homeowners need to prepare for Slovenia will keep the same real estate tax brackets in 2026 as in 2025. This has been confirmed by the Ministry of Finance in its latest proposal for the annual revaluation rules. This article summarizes the key points for homeowners and investors […]

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Winter bonus 2025 in Slovenia – what every employer and foreign owner needs to know

Winter bonus 2025 in Slovenia – what every employer and foreign owner needs to know

As of November 20, 2025, Slovenia introduced a new mandatory employee benefit, the winter bonus (zimski regres).This overview is based on explanations from the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and official guidelines from the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Finance. SIBIZ assists many international employers in Slovenia. Our team in Ljubljana includes […]

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9,000 EUR non-repayable support for young and female entrepreneurs in Slovenia

9,000 EUR non-repayable support for young and female entrepreneurs in Slovenia

Key update SPIRIT temporarily suspended applications for the 2025 to 2029 Support Program for Young Entrepreneurs and Women Entrepreneurs on November 3, 2025. The next window is expected in January 2026. High interest rates quickly deplete the annual budget, so timing is critical. Why it matters to you The program offers EUR 9,000 in support […]

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New Rules Now in Force for Employing Foreign Workers in Slovenia

New Rules Now in Force for Employing Foreign Workers in Slovenia

New Rules Now in Force for Employing Foreign Workers in Slovenia Slovenia has completed important reforms of the Aliens Act and the Act on Employment and Work of Aliens. Both laws were passed in May 2025. Several key provisions came into effect on November 20, 2025. Below is an overview of the most important changes, […]

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Slovenia Updates Tax Procedure Act, New Rules for Crypto Reporting and Minimum Tax Compliance

Slovenia Updates Tax Procedure Act, New Rules for Crypto Reporting and Minimum Tax Compliance

Slovenia approved important tax procedure changes that introduce new EU reporting rules for crypto transactions and strengthen compliance with the global minimum tax framework for multinational groups. Key points The amended law implements EU rules on the reporting and exchange of information on income from cryptoassets, with the aim of strengthening cooperation between tax authorities […]

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EU tightens Schengen visa rules for Russian citizens amid security concerns

EU tightens Schengen visa rules for Russian citizens amid security concerns

Brussels, November 2025 – The European Commission has adopted stricter rules for issuing Schengen visas to Russian citizens. The new measures, which come into force this Saturday, are a response to the growing security risks associated with Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine. EU High Representative Kaja Kallas highlighted recent drone incidents and acts of sabotage […]

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Government Approves Winter Bonus Law: Key Details for Employers

Government Approves Winter Bonus Law: Key Details for Employers

Slovenia, November 3, 2025, The Slovenian government has officially approved the proposal for a new mandatory employee benefit – the “winter bonus” (zimski regres). The measure introduces an additional payment for employees that mirrors the structure of the already established annual leave allowance. As discussed in our previous article Mandatory Christmas bonus in Slovenia – […]

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Slovenia adopts comprehensive Business register reform: Simplifying business registration through the SPOT digital platform

Slovenia adopts comprehensive Business register reform: Simplifying business registration through the SPOT digital platf...

Ljubljana, October 2025 – The Slovenian National Assembly has adopted a new law on the Business Register of Slovenia, introducing the first major legal, structural and technical overhaul of the system in two decades. The reform aims to simplify and speed up business registration procedures, while strengthening Slovenia’s digital business environment. At SIBIZ Business Services […]

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Slovenia to introduce mandatory e-invoicing for all businesses by 2028

Slovenia to introduce mandatory e-invoicing for all businesses by 2028

The Slovenian Parliament has unanimously adopted a new law on the exchange of electronic invoices and other electronic documents, introducing mandatory electronic invoicing for all business entities registered in Slovenia as of January 1, 2028. The reform is a decisive step towards a fully digital business environment and aims to simplify administrative processes, reduce costs […]

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Mandatory Christmas Bonus in Slovenia – A Gift or a Burden?

Mandatory Christmas Bonus in Slovenia – A Gift or a Burden?

The Slovenian government has announced plans to introduce a mandatory Christmas bonus (“winter bonus”) for all employees. The proposed amount is half the national minimum wage – around 639 euros – and is tax and contribution free. While this may sound like good news for employees, the timing raises serious concerns for employers. Introducing a […]

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