General Overview

Slovenia, located in Central Europe, is known for its robust economy driven by manufacturing, services, and exports. It is a member of the European Union and offers a strong framework for employee rights and social security.

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Employment Contracts

Employment contracts in Slovenia must be in writing and are considered valid once signed by both parties. Contracts can be for definite (up to 2 years) or indefinite periods and can include full-time or part-time work.

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Probation Period

• Probationary periods range from 1 to 6 months, depending on the employment category.
• During the probation period, either party can terminate the contract with a 7-day notice due to unsatisfactory performance.

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Working Hours

• Standard working hours: 40 hours per week (minimum 36 hours in some cases).
• Overtime is limited to 8 hours per week, 20 hours per month, or 170 hours per year (up to 230 hours annually with special agreements).
• Rest periods include 12 uninterrupted hours daily and at least 24 hours weekly.

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Vacation Days

Employees are entitled to 4 weeks of annual leave regardless of employment type. For part-time or short-term employment, leave is calculated proportionally.

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Sick Leave

• Employees can take up to 3 consecutive days off without a doctor’s certificate.
• Sick pay: 80% of salary for non-work-related illnesses or injuries. 100% of salary for work-related injuries or illnesses.
• Employers pay for the first 30 days of absence, with the state covering costs beyond this period.

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Wages and Salary Payment

• Minimum wage for 2024: €1,300 per month (€15,600 annually, across 12 payments).
• Salaries must be paid within 18 days after the end of the payment period, directly to the employee’s bank account.

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Public Holidays

Slovenia observes 15 national public holidays, including:

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• January 1 & 2: New Year’s Holidays.
• April 27: Day of Uprising Against the Occupation.
• May 1 & 2: Labor Day.
• June 25: Statehood Day.
• December 26: Independence and Unity Day.

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Employer Taxes

Employers contribute 16.10% of gross wages to social security:

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• Pension insurance: 8.85%.
• Health insurance: 6.36%.
• Unemployment insurance: 0.06%.
• Injury insurance: 0.53%.
• Parental insurance: 0.10%.

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Employee Taxes

Employees contribute 22.10% of their salary to social security:

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• Pension insurance: 15.50%.
• Health insurance: 6.36%.
• Unemployment insurance: 0.14%.
• Parental insurance: 0.10%.

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Income is taxed progressively between 16% and 45%, based on earnings.

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Notice Period

Notice periods depend on the length of service: 15 days for employment under 1 year. Up to 80 days for service exceeding 25 years.

For termination due to employee fault, the notice period is 15 days unless otherwise stated.

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Termination and Severance Pay

• Severance pay is mandatory for employees with at least 1 year of continuous employment.
• The amount depends on tenure and average monthly salary but is capped at 10 times the monthly salary, unless specified otherwise in collective agreements.