Register Your Business in Slovenia at Our In-House SPOT Point

Register Your Business in Slovenia at Our In-House SPOT Point

SIBIZ offers one of the most practical advantages for entrepreneurs in Slovenia: our own official SPOT registration office. At our office, you can register a sole proprietorship (s.p.) or a limited liability company (d.o.o.) quickly and efficiently. Both Slovenian and foreign citizens can complete the process with us, supported by our team of experts who […]

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Student Housing in Slovenia: What You Should Know Before Renting

Student Housing in Slovenia: What You Should Know Before Renting

Students, both Slovenian and international, are often vulnerable when renting accommodation. Many (especially international students) are not fully familiar with the local housing market, legal regulations or their rights, which makes them more vulnerable to unfair practices. With the new academic year starting on October 1, many students will be looking for rooms or apartments. […]

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Slovenia Expands List of Shortage Occupations for 2025

Slovenia Expands List of Shortage Occupations for 2025

Slovenia has significantly expanded its official list of shortage occupations for 2025. Only a few years ago this list was limited to a small number of professions, while today it covers more than 100 occupations across almost all sectors of the economy. The expansion reflects broader labor market trends both in Slovenia and across the […]

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Taxation of Digital Nomads in Slovenia: Residency Permit, Tax Residency, and Income Tax Rules

Taxation of Digital Nomads in Slovenia: Residency Permit, Tax Residency, and Income Tax Rules

Slovenia will introduce a temporary residence permit for digital nomads starting 21 November 2025. From that date, non-EU citizens will be able to apply for this new type of residence permit, which allows them to live in Slovenia while working remotely for employers or clients abroad. Key features of the digital nomad residence permit Labor […]

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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 Posts Strongest Quarterly GDP Growth (Q2 2025) in the Euro Area Alongside Spain – but Structural Challenges Remain

Slovenia Posts Strongest Quarterly GDP Growth (Q2 2025) in the Euro Area Alongside Spain - but Structural Challenges Rem...

Slovenia returned to growth in Q2 2025 after a contraction in the first quarter. According to seasonally and calendar adjusted figures from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia (SURS), GDP rose by 0.7% compared to Q1 and by 0.8% year-on-year. This is the highest quarterly GDP growth in the euro area, along with […]

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Major Immigration Reforms in Slovenia Entering into Force from July to November 2025

Major Immigration Reforms in Slovenia Entering into Force from July to November 2025

Slovenia is rolling out substantial changes to its migration and foreign employment system under amendments to the Foreigners Act (ZTuj-2I) and the Employment, Self-Employment and Work of Foreigners Act (ZZSDT-E). These reforms enter into force gradually throughout 2025, with the most important operational changes kicking in between 21 July 2025 and 21 November 2025. As […]

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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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EU Pay Transparency Directive: What It Means for Employers and Employees in 2026

EU Pay Transparency Directive: What It Means for Employers and Employees in 2026

The European Union is introducing a new set of rules aimed at increasing pay transparency and closing the gender pay gap. The Pay Transparency Directive (EU Directive 2023/970), adopted on 6 June 2023, introduces obligations that will fundamentally change how companies approach pay structures, hiring practices, and internal reporting. Member States must transpose the directive […]

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