Planning Your 2026 Calendar: A Guide to Holidays and School Vacations in Slovenia

Planning Your 2026 Calendar: A Guide to Holidays and School Vacations in Slovenia

Planning Your 2026 Calendar: A Guide to Holidays and School Vacations in Slovenia For Slovenian expats, business professionals and corporate clients, staying ahead of the local calendar is key to balancing productivity with personal time. In 2026, several holidays are aligned to create long weekends, while others remain strictly commemorative working days. At SIBIZ, we […]

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Mastering the 2026 Tax Season: A Guide to Special Tax Relief for Dependent Family Members in Slovenia

Mastering the 2026 Tax Season: A Guide to Special Tax Relief for Dependent Family Members in Slovenia

Navigating the tax landscape as a foreign resident or tax resident in Slovenia can be complex. One of the most effective ways to optimize your annual tax liability is by correctly claiming the Special tax relief for dependent family members (“Posebna olajšava za vzdrževane družinske člane”). What is the Special Tax Relief for Dependent Family […]

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Slovenia Introduces New Short-Term Rental Rules Under the Hospitality Act in 2026, Significant Impact on Airbnb and Booking.com Hosts

Slovenia Introduces New Short-Term Rental Rules Under the Hospitality Act in 2026, Significant Impact on Airbnb and Book...

From the start of the new year, Slovenia will begin applying the new Hospitality Act, which directly affects short-term apartment rentals marketed through platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com. While time limits on short-term rentals in municipalities with a high risk of negative impacts will not apply until January 1, 2027, the new framework already […]

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

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

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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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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EU moves forward with tariff cuts on US goods under the 2025 trade agreement

EU moves forward with tariff cuts on US goods under the 2025 trade agreement

The EU took a step toward implementing the new trade agreement with the United States. Member states backed the European Commission ‘s proposal to eliminate or reduce tariffs on industrial goods and selected agricultural products from the United States. They also added safeguards to protect sensitive sectors. Key points Why it matters to businessesYou face […]

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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 Adopts New Rules for Exchanging Foreign Driver’s Licences

Slovenia Adopts New Rules for Exchanging Foreign Driver’s Licences

The National Assembly has approved amendments to the Driving Licence Act. Holders of valid driver’s licenses issued in North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo or Serbia who have registered their residence in Slovenia will be able to exchange their license for a Slovenian one without taking the practical driving test. They must complete the […]

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