Reporting Foreign Bank Accounts in Slovenia: What Residents and Expats Should Know

Reporting Foreign Bank Accounts in Slovenia: What Residents and Expats Should Know

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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Legal Residency vs Tax Residency in Slovenia: What Every Expat, Digital Nomad, and Global Entrepreneur Should Know

Legal Residency vs Tax Residency in Slovenia: What Every Expat, Digital Nomad, and Global Entrepreneur Should Know

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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Slovenia 2025: Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Partnerships

Slovenia 2025: Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Partnerships

With a population of just over two million, Slovenia is positioning itself as one of Europe’s next innovation hubs. The country combines scientific excellence, a highly educated workforce, and strong international ties to create a model for sustainable and knowledge-driven growth. Building on Knowledge and Science “Slovenia is a community that invests in science, education, […]

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Slovenia legalizes medical cannabis (marijuana): new law effective from August 20, 2025

Slovenia legalizes medical cannabis (marijuana): new law effective from August 20, 2025

On August 20, 2025, Slovenia’s new Medical and Scientific Cannabis Act will come into force. The law allows physicians to prescribe cannabis, commonly referred to as marijuana, for any indication or condition based on their professional judgment. Prescriptions can be written on standard green (fully covered by health insurance) or white (fully covered by the […]

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Slovenia has launched a €9.2 million grant scheme to encourage businesses and individuals to purchase electric vehicles.

Slovenia has launched a €9.2 million grant scheme to encourage businesses and individuals to purchase electric vehicle...

On 8 August 2025, Borzen, Slovenia’s energy market operator, announced a public call for non-refundable financial incentives for individuals and businesses purchasing electric vehicles. A total of €9.2 million is available to support the transition to cleaner mobility. Eligible applicants Subsidy amounts for new passenger vehicles (up to 8 seats): Subsidy amounts for new light […]

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Slovenia Restricts Public Access to Beneficial Owner Register Following European Court of Justice Ruling

Slovenia Restricts Public Access to Beneficial Owner Register Following European Court of Justice Ruling

On 9 August 2025, the Agency of the Republic of Slovenia for Public Legal Records and Related Services (AJPES) restricted public access to data on beneficial owners of legal entities in the Beneficial Owner Register (RDL). This change implements amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act (ZPPDFT-2C) and aligns Slovenia with […]

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Workforce, Migration, and Policy Shifts in Europe: Key Developments from the EMN 2024 Report

Workforce, Migration, and Policy Shifts in Europe: Key Developments from the EMN 2024 Report

Published in July 2025, the Asylum and Migration Overview 2024 by the European Migration Network (EMN) offers a detailed look back at how European countries responded to labour market demands, migration pressures, and asylum challenges during 2024. The report offers an in-depth review of trends, reforms, and operational shifts observed across 35 participating countries in […]

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Slovenia ranks Among the World’s Best: Safety, Sustainability, and Family-Friendly Living

Slovenia ranks Among the World’s Best: Safety, Sustainability, and Family-Friendly Living

Slovenia is not only a beautiful European country. It is one of the top-ranked countries globally in areas that matter most to those considering relocation: safety, sustainability, child well-being, and quality of life. These are not vague claims, but facts supported by globally respected indexes. A small country by size, Slovenia consistently ranks among the […]

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New Era of European Travel: Schengen Visa Reforms and the Introduction of €20 ETIAS Fee

New Era of European Travel: Schengen Visa Reforms and the Introduction of €20 ETIAS Fee

The final days of July 2025 have brought a flurry of important updates, announcements and policy shifts related to Schengen visa rules, entry authorisations and broader EU mobility frameworks. These changes reflect the European Union’s growing focus on attracting skilled individuals, streamlining travel procedures and enhancing the security of its external borders. Expanded Access Through […]

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Slovenian national holiday, the 8th of February

Slovenian national holiday, the 8th of February

The Prešeren day, Slovenian cultural holiday is celebrated on the 8th of February. On this day in the year 1849 died the biggest Slovenian poet France Prešeren. The poet made a great contribution to the Slovenian poetry and its recognition in the world. His outstanding creative achievements relate to the Romanticism. He was very important […]

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