Key legislative changes regarding the employment of foreigners that open up new opportunities and simplify employment procedures:
Foreigners Act (ZTuj-2I)
Adopted: April 25, 2025 | Effective from: May 21, 2025
- Easier employment of highly qualified workers (EU Blue Card)
Simplified procedures for obtaining permits for professionals from third countries. - Permit for digital nomads
Slovenia is embracing modern work models – up to 1 year of residence for remote work. - Faster family reunification
A certificate of application submission enables a quicker start to the family reunification process.
Employment, Self-Employment, and Work of Foreigners Act (ZZSDT-E)
Adopted: April 25, 2025 | Effective from: May 21, 2025
- Seasonal work in tourism and hospitality
Expanded legal opportunities for seasonal work in additional sectors. - Employment of a foreigner is already upon application submission at the competent Administrative Unit (UE)
Foreigners can begin working based on the certificate of the submitted application – no need to wait for the final decision. - New employer registry
Greater transparency: introduction of a list of companies violating labor legislation.
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