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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Renting out real estate in Slovenia creates tax obligations for individuals, including foreign property owners. Income from real estate located in Slovenia is treated as Slovenian source income. This creates a direct tax filing obligation in Slovenia for the property owner. You pay income tax in Slovenia regardless of your tax residency status. This rule […]
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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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In 2026, Slovenia introduced a new tax compliance obligation for businesses that own vending machines, automated sales systems, and self-service machines for goods and services. Both types of machines must now be able to exchange data with the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS). Only limited exceptions apply. Legal background The new requirement […]
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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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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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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 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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