Glossary

Digital nomad permit (dovoljenje za digitalne nomade)

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In short

The dovoljenje za digitalne nomade is a temporary residence permit for people who work remotely for a foreign employer or their own clients outside Slovenia. You need an income of at least two average net salaries: currently about €3,400 a month; the permit is issued for up to 1 year, not renewable; reapply after a 6-month break.

Key figures

Income
at least two average net salaries: currently about €3,400 a month2 × the latest published average net salary; July 2026 data gives €3,390.68 and the amount changes with every publicationLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 51.a člen · as of 1 October 2026 · source
Duration
up to 1 year, not renewable; reapply after a 6-month breakLegal basis: ZTuj-2 (ZTuj-2I) · as of 14 June 2026 · source
Work
only for a foreign employer or clients, with no access to the Slovenian labour marketLegal basis: ZTuj-2 (ZTuj-2I) · as of 14 June 2026 · source
Passport and insurance
passport valid 3 months beyond the stay; health insurance covering at least urgent careLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 51.a člen · as of 1 October 2026 · source
Where to apply
at a Slovenian embassy or consulate; if you are already lawfully in Slovenia, at any upravna enotaLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 51.a člen · as of 1 October 2026 · source
Family
family reunification is possible straight awayLegal basis: ZTuj-2 (ZTuj-2I) · as of 14 June 2026 · source
Counts toward the 5 years for permanent residence
yes, in fullLegal basis: ZTuj-2, 52. člen (UPB15) · as of 26 September 2026 · source
Tax residency
if you live here alone and under 183 days a year, you usually stay tax resident at home; if your family moves here, you become a Slovenian tax residentLegal basis: ZDoh-2 · as of 1 October 2026 · source
Available since
21 November 2025Legal basis: ZTuj-2 (ZTuj-2I) · as of 14 June 2026 · source
State fee: temporary residence permit
€50 in Slovenia, €102 via an embassyplus €12 for the permit cardLegal basis: ZUT · as of 14 June 2026 · source

Who it is for

  • Work: only for a foreign employer or clients, with no access to the Slovenian labour market.
  • Income: at least two average net salaries: currently about €3,400 a month. The amount is recalculated with every new publication of the average salary.
  • Passport and insurance: passport valid 3 months beyond the stay; health insurance covering at least urgent care.

How to apply

  • Where: at a Slovenian embassy or consulate; if you are already lawfully in Slovenia, at any upravna enota.
  • No Employment Service (ZRSZ) consent is needed.
  • State fee: €50 in Slovenia, €102 via an embassy.

Family

Family: family reunification is possible straight away.

Permanent residence and taxes

  • Time on this permit counts toward the 5 years for permanent residence: yes, in full.
  • The permit cannot be renewed, so before it ends people switch to another basis, such as business or employment, so that their years toward permanent residence are not interrupted.
  • Taxes: if you live here alone and under 183 days a year, you usually stay tax resident at home; if your family moves here, you become a Slovenian tax resident.

Frequently asked questions

What income do I need for Slovenia's digital nomad permit?

You need at least two average net salaries: currently about €3,400 a month. The exact amount changes with every publication of the average salary in the Uradni list.

Can the digital nomad permit be renewed?

No: it is issued for up to 1 year, not renewable; reapply after a 6-month break. To stay and keep your years toward permanent residence, switch to another basis before it ends.

Does digital nomad time count toward permanent residence?

Yes, in full: Article 52 of ZTuj-2 does not exclude this basis.

Can I work for a Slovenian company?

No: only for a foreign employer or clients, with no access to the Slovenian labour market.

This text was generated by AI and has not been reviewed by an editor.

Updated: 10 October 2026

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