Major Overhaul of Foreign Employment in Slovenia: What the Proposed ZZSDT Reform Means for Employers and Foreign Professionals
30.09.2026

Major Overhaul of Foreign Employment in Slovenia: What the Proposed ZZSDT Reform Means for Employers and Foreign Profess...

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business in Slovenia, employment, labour

The Ministry of Economy, Labour and Sport (Ministrstvo za gospodarstvo, delo in šport) has officially published the draft amendments to the Employment, Self-Employment and Work of Aliens Act (ZZSDT) on the e-Demokracija public portal. This comprehensive legislative revision brings Slovenian labour regulations into line with Directive (EU) 2024/1233 (the recast Single Permit Directive). The proposed […]

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ECHR Affirms Limits on Family Reunification: Why the European Ban on Polygamy Prevailed in Landmark Dutch Case
15.09.2026

ECHR Affirms Limits on Family Reunification: Why the European Ban on Polygamy Prevailed in Landmark Dutch Case

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Legislation, life in Slovenia, Slovenia

A recent judgment delivered by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg has set a significant precedent regarding the limits of family reunification across Europe. On 8 September 2026, the Court unanimously ruled in favour of the Netherlands in the case of A.A. v. the Netherlands (Application no. 7481/23), deciding that the Dutch […]

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Cross-Border Banking, Tax Residency, and Automatic Data Exchange in Slovenia: What Expats and Business Leaders Must Know
15.09.2026

Cross-Border Banking, Tax Residency, and Automatic Data Exchange in Slovenia: What Expats and Business Leaders Must Know

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Every September marks a critical milestone in international tax compliance: the annual implementation of the OECD Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and EU Administrative Cooperation Directives. In more than 100 tax jurisdictions worldwide, financial institutions share detailed account and asset data with national tax authorities. In Slovenia, this incoming data stream lands directly at the Slovenian Tax Authority (FURS). […]

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Proposed Revisions to Slovenia’s Foreigners Act (ZTuj-2J): Key Income, Language, and Family Reunification Changes Explained
25.08.2026

Proposed Revisions to Slovenia’s Foreigners Act (ZTuj-2J): Key Income, Language, and Family Reunification Changes Expl...

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employment, Legislation, Living in Slovenia

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The changes described below reflect a PROPOSED LEGISLATIVE DRAFT published by the Ministry of the Interior (MNZ) for the Foreigners Act (ZTuj-2J). The public consultation period has been extended to August 26, 2026. These provisions are not yet final law and remain subject to legislative debate and parliamentary approval. This legislative proposal introduces […]

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EU Eliminates Customs Duties on US Imports: What Slovenian Businesses Need to Know
15.07.2026

EU Eliminates Customs Duties on US Imports: What Slovenian Businesses Need to Know

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A major regulatory change has officially gone into effect that will significantly impact transatlantic trade, supply chain logistics, and business operations across Europe. Effective July 1, 2026, the European Union has eliminated tariffs on the import of the vast majority of products originating in the United States of America. This historic step, announced by the […]

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Working in the Heat: Slovenian Workplace Regulations, Temperature Limits, and Employer Obligations
01.07.2026

Working in the Heat: Slovenian Workplace Regulations, Temperature Limits, and Employer Obligations

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business in Slovenia, labour, Legislation

As summer temperatures rise, maintaining a safe, healthy and productive working environment is an important legal responsibility for companies operating in Slovenia. Both indoor and outdoor working conditions are strictly regulated by the Slovenian Occupational Health and Safety Act (ZVZD-1 ) and specific regulations on requirements for ensuring safety and health at work. As temperatures […]

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EU Streamlines Worker Posting: The New Era of Digital Declarations and Enhanced Workplace Safety
01.07.2026

EU Streamlines Worker Posting: The New Era of Digital Declarations and Enhanced Workplace Safety

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In a decisive step towards a more integrated and competitive single market, the Council of the EU and the European Parliament have reached a provisional agreement on a landmark regulation that will fundamentally change the way cross-border services operate. Signed as part of the ambitious “One Europe, One Market” roadmap, this new framework focuses on […]

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Digital ATA Carnet in Slovenia: A Major Step Forward for Global Trade and Logistics
16.06.2026

Digital ATA Carnet in Slovenia: A Major Step Forward for Global Trade and Logistics

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In a significant milestone for international trade and cross-border mobility, Slovenia has officially entered the digital age of logistics. As of June 1, Slovenia is one of the first 30 countries in the world to introduce the digital ATACarnet (eATA Carnet). In addition to EU member states, other early adopters of this system include Switzerland, […]

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New EU Rules For Platform Work: What Expats And Businesses In Slovenia Need To Know
16.04.2026

New EU Rules For Platform Work: What Expats And Businesses In Slovenia Need To Know

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business in Slovenia, corporate, employment

As Slovenia prepares to incorporate the EU Directive on Platform Work into its national legal system, key players like Wolt are calling for a transparent public debate. With the December 2 implementation deadline fast approaching, these changes will have a significant impact on the gig economy, employment law, and the way digital platforms operate in […]

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Schengen’s Entry/Exit System (EES) Becomes Fully Operational
14.04.2026

Schengen’s Entry/Exit System (EES) Becomes Fully Operational

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business in Slovenia, Legislation, life in Slovenia

As of last Friday, April 10, the Electronic Entry/Exit System (EES) for third-country nationals is fully operational throughout the Schengen area. In Slovenia, the system has been phased in at five international border crossings since March 10, according to police reports. The EES is now established at Slovenia’s main entry points, including the airports of […]

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