Slovenia activates the Short Time Work Scheme under the Act on Partial Reimbursement of Salary Compensation: A practical overview for employers
08.12.2025

Slovenia activates the Short Time Work Scheme under the Act on Partial Reimbursement of Salary Compensation: A practical...

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Slovenia activated the short-time work scheme under ZUDPNP. The measure supports employers who face temporary disruptions and need to reduce working hours. The goal is simple: to protect jobs and stabilize operations during unexpected circumstances. The government adopted the decision on December 4, 2025. The measure came into effect on December 5, 2025. Employers can […]

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New Rules Now in Force for Employing Foreign Workers in Slovenia
27.11.2025

New Rules Now in Force for Employing Foreign Workers in Slovenia

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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 Introduces the New Digital Nomad EU Residence Permit, Effective 20 November 2025
27.11.2025

Slovenia Introduces the New Digital Nomad EU Residence Permit, Effective 20 November 2025

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Slovenia has opened a new chapter for digital nomads, remote workers and global entrepreneurs. From November 20, 2025, foreign citizens from outside the EU and EEA will be together with their families. able to apply for the new Digital Nomad EU Residence Permit. This permit supports highly mobile professionals who work remotely for foreign employers […]

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Slovenia Confirms Final Proposal to Adjust Flat Tax System for Sole Proprietors – Including Freelancers and Digital Nomads Operating through s.p.
04.11.2025

Slovenia Confirms Final Proposal to Adjust Flat Tax System for Sole Proprietors – Including Freelancers and Digital No...

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Following up on our previous article Slovenia Reintroduces Flat Tax Rules – A Flat Tax Rate from Just 4%, the Slovenian government has now approved a comprehensive proposal to modernize the flat-rate taxation system (sistem normirancev). The reform aims to curb misuse of the system while maintaining simplicity for small entrepreneurs. Key proposed changes include: […]

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Slovenia adopts comprehensive Business register reform: Simplifying business registration through the SPOT digital platform
29.10.2025

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

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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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Mandatory Christmas Bonus in Slovenia – A Gift or a Burden?
24.10.2025

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

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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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Slovenia introduces transition period for cross-border workers in labor market law – Ljubljana, 17 October 2025
24.10.2025

Slovenia introduces transition period for cross-border workers in labor market law - Ljubljana, 17 October 2025

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The Slovenian National Assembly has adopted an amendment to the Labor Market Regulation Act introducing a transitional period for the abolition of higher unemployment benefits for cross-border workers. The amendment was prepared at the suggestion of the Trade Union of Slovenian Migrant Workers, which had threatened to launch a referendum if the issue was not […]

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Slovenia Introduces EU Entry/Exit System (EES): What Travelers Need to Know
15.10.2025

Slovenia Introduces EU Entry/Exit System (EES): What Travelers Need to Know

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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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Slovenia Adopts Labour Market Reform: Key Changes under ZUTD-I
03.10.2025

Slovenia Adopts Labour Market Reform: Key Changes under ZUTD-I

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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 […]

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Legal Residency vs Tax Residency in Slovenia: What Every Expat, Digital Nomad, and Global Entrepreneur Should Know
29.09.2025

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

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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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