KEY UPDATE The legally prescribed minimum hourly rate for student and pupil work increased on 5 February 2026. NEW MINIMUM HOURLY RATES Gross hourly rate: 8.98 EURNet hourly rate: 7.73 EURAmount paid directly to the student’s bank account. IMPORTANT FEBRUARY PAYROLL RULE February work must be calculated based on the actual date of work. WORK […]
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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 How the minimum wage is set The minimum wage is calculated based on: Direct […]
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The Slovenian Enterprise Fund (SPS) has launched a new public call, P7 2026 – Microcredits 2026, offering favorable financing for micro and small enterprises in Slovenia. The program provides fast access to liquidity, supporting smaller investments and working capital. What is the Slovenian Enterprise Fund (SPS)? The SPS is a public financial institution that supports […]
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The Slovenian Enterprise Fund has reopened applications for Voucher V1, a support measure for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises planning to participate in business delegations abroad. The fund operates under the name Slovenski podjetniški sklad. Applications have been temporarily suspended due to updates to the public call. The revised version introduces greater transparency, clearer eligibility […]
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Slovenia introduces major tax changes in 2026 affecting self-employed individuals, foreign entrepreneurs, and foreign-owned companies operating in Slovenia. The legal basis is the Act on the Right to Winter Bonus and the Reform of Tax Base Assessment Using Standardized Expenses (ZPZR), adopted in November 2025. The rules apply from 2026, with certain thresholds already relevant […]
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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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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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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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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 […]
READ MORENew 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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