Slovenia has set a new minimum wage for 2026. From 1 January 2026, the net minimum wage reaches approximately 1,000 EUR, with a gross amount of 1,481.88 EUR. The change affects payroll, employment costs, and employee benefits.
Key figures for 2026
Minimum wage gross: 1,481.88 EUR
Estimated net pay: around 1,000 EUR
Effective date: 1 January 2026 The new level applies to all employees, including foreign nationals working under Slovenian labour law.
How the minimum wage is set
The minimum wage is calculated based on:
Minimum subsistence costs
A statutory increase percentage
Employee taxes and mandatory social security contributions For 2026, minimum subsistence costs were calculated at 791.07 EUR, resulting in the current gross minimum wage of 1,481.88 EUR.
Direct impact on employee benefits
The increase affects more than base salary. Several employee benefits are directly linked to the minimum wage.
Holiday allowance for annual leave
The minimum holiday allowance must be paid at least at the level of the minimum wage. For 2026, this means:
Minimum gross holiday allowance: 1,481.88 EUR
Winter allowance and similar bonuses
If a winter allowance, bonus, or other benefit is defined by reference to the minimum wage, the payable amount increases accordingly. Employers using internal thresholds linked to the minimum wage must update them.
What employers should do now
Update payroll systems from January 2026
Adjust holiday allowance calculations
Review winter allowance and bonus calculations
Check employment contracts linked to the minimum wage
Update 2026 employment cost planning These obligations apply equally to Slovenian and foreign employees.
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