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Slovenia
Last Update by Marta, 31 Jan 2025
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Exchange Rate
19 Apr 2025
Cost of Living
Indicative value for a working adult in a city: Ljubljana
Publicly available data (Numbeo, etc..), verified by Marco’s in-country staff
| Living Requirement | Indicative Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| McDonalds Set Meal | 8 |
| Monthly Train and Bus Tickets | 37 |
| 3 Bedrooms Rental (City Center) | 1750 |
| 3 Bedrooms Rental (Outskirt) | 1260 |
Current Inflation Rate
1.9%
Wage
Minimum Wages
- 1253.90 EUR/ month
Median Salary
Estimated based on general positions such as HR, Accounting, Admin roles, in tier one cities.
| Job Level | Monthly Salary (EUR) |
|---|---|
|
Entry-Level
Fresh Graduate
|
1,300 |
|
Mid-Level
5 Years
|
1,800 |
|
Experienced & Managerial Level
10 Years
|
2,000 |
|
Specialized & Senior-Level
15 Years
|
3,000 |
Annual Salary Growth
6%
Statutory Contribution
All countributions are paid monthly by the employer to the ZZZS, up to 15 of the following month.
Country Level
| Type | Employer Rates | Employee Rates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pension Insurance | 8.85% | 15.50% | All staff |
| Health Insurance | 6.56% | 6.36% | All staff |
| Unemployment Insurance | 0.06% | 0.14% | All staff |
| Parental Care | 0.10% | 0.10% | All staff |
| Work Injury Insurance | 0.53% | - | All staff |
| Seniority Fee | 0.5% |
All staff 0.5% of basic salary for each completed year of work |
Other Benefit
Other common employment benefits in Slovenia include:
- Fitness allowance: Around 30 EUR / month
- Holiday allowance: Minimum amount of minimum salary for that year.
In 2025 minimum 1253.90 EUR
Mandatory, must be paid by July 1st each year - Meal allowance: 7.96 EUR / working day
Mandatory if the employee works more than 4 hours a day - Private health insurance: Around 50 EUR / month
Income Tax
Residents
Country Level
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0 – 9,210.26 | 16% |
| 9,210.26 – 27,089.00 | 26% |
| 27,089.00 – 54,178.00 | 33% |
| 54,178.00 – 78,016.32 | 39% |
| More than 78,016.32 | 50% |
Non-residents
- Depends on the double taxation agreement between countries. Typically, only income originating in Slovenia is taxed, the rate is same as residents
-
A tax resident is an individual who meets one of following criteria:
- Residence in Slovania for at least 183 days in a calendar year
- Have their centre of life interests in Slovania
Working Hours
Statutory
40 hours
8 hours a day, 5 days a week
Typical practice
40 Hours
Monday- Friday
Overtime
No more than 8 hours per week
- No general statutory provisions regarding overtime pay.
The amount of overtime allowance should be specified in the employment contract.
Employment Contract
Permanent
Contract Format
Written, in Slovenian although bilingual contracts are accepted and signed by both parties.
It is possible to use a qualified electronic signature
Payroll Currency
EUR
Probation
Up to 6 months
Termination
The contract may be terminated by the employer, the employee or by mutual agreement
| Voluntary Resignation | Involuntary Termination | Economic Layoff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notice Period - Probation | - 7 days | - 7 days | - 7 days |
| Notice Period - Regular | - Up to 1 year service: 15 days - Above 1 year service: 30 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days - Each subsequent year of service, notice periods increase by 2 days, capped at 60 days - 25+ years' service: 80 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days - Each subsequent year of service, notice periods increase by 2 days, capped at 60 days - 25+ years' service: 80 days |
| Severance Pay | - | Mandatory if staff are terminated for non-culpable dismissal - 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service - 10- 20 years' service: 1/4 average monthly salary for year of service - Over 20+ years' service: 1/3 average monthly salary for year of service - Capped at 10 times average monthly salary |
- 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service - 10- 20 years' service: 1/4 average monthly salary for year of service - Over 20+ years' service: 1/3 average monthly salary for year of service - Capped at 10 times average monthly salary |
Public Holiday
13 days
Country Level
| Date | Name |
|---|---|
| 01 Jan - 02 Jan | New Year's Day |
| 08 Feb | Prešeren Day |
| 20 Apr | Easter Sunday |
| 21 Apr | Easter Monday |
| 27 Apr | Day of Uprising Against Occupation |
| 01 May - 02 May | Labor Day |
| 18 May | Whit Sunday |
| 25 Jun | Statehood Day |
| 15 Aug | Assumption of Mary |
| 31 Oct | Reformation Day |
| 01 Nov | All Saint's Day |
| 25 Dec | Christmas Day |
| 26 Dec | Independence and Unity Day |
Leave
| Leave Type | Entitlement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Leave | 20 working days |
All staff The number of days may be increased by collective agreement. |
| Sick Leave | Up to 12 month |
All staff First 30 days paid by employer - 80% of the salary. From day 31 paid by government - 80% of the salary |
| Maternity Leave |
105 calendar days begins 28 days before the expected date of birth |
All Expectant mothers Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
| Paternity Leave | 15 calendar days |
All expectant fathers Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
| Shared Parental Leave |
320 calendar days 160 days per parent |
All parents which 100 can be transferred by either parent Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
Reference
- https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Ljubljana
- https://spot.gov.si/sl/poslovanje/zaposlovanje-in-delovno-razmerje/socialna-varnost-in-zavarovanja/#:~:text=Vi%C5%A1ina%20prispevkov%2C%20ki%20jih%20pla%C4%8Dujeta%20delodajalec%20in%20delavec%2C,pla%C4%8De.%20Osnova%20za%20obra%C4%8Dun%20prispevkov%20je%20bruto%20pla%C4%8Da.
- https://pisrs.si/pregledPredpisa?id=ZAKO984
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/taxes/personal-income-tax/
- https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/slovenia/individual/taxes-on-personal-income
- https://www.gov.si/teme/delovna-razmerja/
- https://www.gov.si/en/policies/familiy-children-and-marriage/family-rights-and-benefits/
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/employees/employment-contract/
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/employees/social-security-and-insurance/
- https://e-uprava.gov.si/podrocja/druzina-otroci-zakonska-zveza/pravice-prejemki-druzine/ocetovski-dopust.html
- https://e-uprava.gov.si/podrocja/druzina-otroci-zakonska-zveza/pravice-prejemki-druzine/starsevski-dopust.html
- https://pisrs.si/pregledPredpisa?id=ZAKO6688
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Last updated: 31 Jan 2025
Exchange Rate
Currency (EUR)
- 1 CNY = 0.185 EUR
- 1 USD = 1.32 EUR
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Cost of Living
Indicative value for a working adult in a city: Ljubljana
Publicly available data (Numbeo, etc..), verified by Marco’s in-country staff
| Living Requirement | Indicative Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| McDonalds Set Meal | 8 |
| Monthly Train and Bus Tickets | 37 |
| 3 Bedrooms Rental (City Center) | 1750 |
| 3 Bedrooms Rental (Outskirt) | 1260 |
Current Inflation Rate
1.9%
Wage
Minimum Wages
- 1253.90 EUR/ month
Median Salary
Estimated based on general positions such as HR, Accounting, Admin roles, in tier one cities.
| Job Level | Monthly Salary (EUR) |
|---|---|
|
Entry-Level
Fresh Graduate
|
1,300 |
|
Mid-Level
5 Years
|
1,800 |
|
Experienced & Managerial Level
10 Years
|
2,000 |
|
Specialized & Senior-Level
15 Years
|
3,000 |
Annual Salary Growth
6%
Statutory Contribution
All countributions are paid monthly by the employer to the ZZZS, up to 15 of the following month.
Country Level
| Type | Employer Rates | Employee Rates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pension Insurance | 8.85% | 15.50% | All staff |
| Health Insurance | 6.56% | 6.36% | All staff |
| Unemployment Insurance | 0.06% | 0.14% | All staff |
| Parental Care | 0.10% | 0.10% | All staff |
| Work Injury Insurance | 0.53% | - | All staff |
| Seniority Fee | 0.5% |
All staff 0.5% of basic salary for each completed year of work |
Other Benefit
Other common employment benefits in Slovenia include:
- Fitness allowance: Around 30 EUR / month
- Holiday allowance: Minimum amount of minimum salary for that year.
In 2025 minimum 1253.90 EUR
Mandatory, must be paid by July 1st each year - Meal allowance: 7.96 EUR / working day
Mandatory if the employee works more than 4 hours a day - Private health insurance: Around 50 EUR / month
Income Tax
Residents
Country Level
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0 – 9,210.26 | 16% |
| 9,210.26 – 27,089.00 | 26% |
| 27,089.00 – 54,178.00 | 33% |
| 54,178.00 – 78,016.32 | 39% |
| More than 78,016.32 | 50% |
Non-residents
- Depends on the double taxation agreement between countries. Typically, only income originating in Slovenia is taxed, the rate is same as residents
-
A tax resident is an individual who meets one of following criteria:
- Residence in Slovania for at least 183 days in a calendar year
- Have their centre of life interests in Slovania
Working Hours
Statutory
40 hours
8 hours a day, 5 days a week
Typical practice
40 Hours
Monday- Friday
Overtime
No more than 8 hours per week
- No general statutory provisions regarding overtime pay.
The amount of overtime allowance should be specified in the employment contract.
Employment Contract
Fixed-Term
Used for replacing staff who are sick, on maternity leave, temporarily increased workloads, preparation for work and training, seasonal and project work
Probation
Up to 6 months
Termination
The contract may be terminated by the employer, the employee or by mutual agreement
| Voluntary Resignation | Involuntary Termination | Economic Layoff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notice Period - Probation | - 7 days | - 7 days | - 7 days |
| Notice Period - Regular | - Up to 1 year service: 15 days - Above 1 year service: 30 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days |
| Severance Pay | - | Mandatory if staff are terminated for non-culpable dismissal - 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service |
- 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service |
Permanent
Probation
Up to 6 months
Termination
The contract may be terminated by the employer, the employee or by mutual agreement
| Voluntary Resignation | Involuntary Termination | Economic Layoff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notice Period - Probation | - 7 days | - 7 days | - 7 days |
| Notice Period - Regular | - Up to 1 year service: 15 days - Above 1 year service: 30 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days - Each subsequent year of service, notice periods increase by 2 days, capped at 60 days - 25+ years' service: 80 days |
- Up to 1 year service: 15 days - 1 - 2 years' service: 30 days - Each subsequent year of service, notice periods increase by 2 days, capped at 60 days - 25+ years' service: 80 days |
| Severance Pay | - | Mandatory if staff are terminated for non-culpable dismissal - 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service - 10- 20 years' service: 1/4 average monthly salary for year of service - Over 20+ years' service: 1/3 average monthly salary for year of service - Capped at 10 times average monthly salary |
- 1- 10 years' service: 1/5 average monthly salary for year of service - 10- 20 years' service: 1/4 average monthly salary for year of service - Over 20+ years' service: 1/3 average monthly salary for year of service - Capped at 10 times average monthly salary |
Public Holiday
13 days
2025
| Date | Name |
|---|---|
Leave
| Leave Type | Entitlement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Leave | 20 working days |
All staff The number of days may be increased by collective agreement. |
| Sick Leave | Up to 12 month |
All staff First 30 days paid by employer - 80% of the salary. From day 31 paid by government - 80% of the salary |
| Maternity Leave |
105 calendar days begins 28 days before the expected date of birth |
All Expectant mothers Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
| Paternity Leave | 15 calendar days |
All expectant fathers Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
| Shared Parental Leave |
320 calendar days 160 days per parent |
All parents which 100 can be transferred by either parent Paid by government - 100% of the salary |
Reference
- https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Ljubljana
- https://spot.gov.si/sl/poslovanje/zaposlovanje-in-delovno-razmerje/socialna-varnost-in-zavarovanja/#:~:text=Vi%C5%A1ina%20prispevkov%2C%20ki%20jih%20pla%C4%8Dujeta%20delodajalec%20in%20delavec%2C,pla%C4%8De.%20Osnova%20za%20obra%C4%8Dun%20prispevkov%20je%20bruto%20pla%C4%8Da.
- https://pisrs.si/pregledPredpisa?id=ZAKO984
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/taxes/personal-income-tax/
- https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/slovenia/individual/taxes-on-personal-income
- https://www.gov.si/teme/delovna-razmerja/
- https://www.gov.si/en/policies/familiy-children-and-marriage/family-rights-and-benefits/
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/employees/employment-contract/
- https://spot.gov.si/en/info/employees/social-security-and-insurance/
- https://e-uprava.gov.si/podrocja/druzina-otroci-zakonska-zveza/pravice-prejemki-druzine/ocetovski-dopust.html
- https://e-uprava.gov.si/podrocja/druzina-otroci-zakonska-zveza/pravice-prejemki-druzine/starsevski-dopust.html
- https://pisrs.si/pregledPredpisa?id=ZAKO6688
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