February 17, 2026

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Slovenia Minimum Wage 2026: The €1,482 Increase That Looks Simple — But Isn’t

Slovenia raised its statutory minimum wage to €1,482 gross/month. The headline is easy. The impact on payroll, compliance, and planning for businesses operating in Slovenia is more nuanced.

Minimum wage Slovenia: what changed (in real terms)

As of 2026, the minimum wage in Slovenia is €1,482 gross per month, up from €1,277.72. For a full-time employee this typically lands around ~€1,000 net, depending on deductions.

Quick snapshot

Gross minimum wage: €1,482/month
Prior year (gross): €1,277.72/month
Change: ~€200 gross/month (~16%)
Typical net take-home: ~€1,000/month

If you’re budgeting headcount or relocating operations, this is the baseline that must be reflected in contracts, payroll, and offers.

The legal framework behind the increase

The minimum wage is mandatory for full-time employment relationships under Slovenian law. Paying below the statutory threshold is not an option.

Where this matters in practice

Employment contracts and salary clauses
Payroll calculations and reporting
HR policies (overtime, holidays, special schedules)
Budgeting for annual allowances and bonuses

Need help staying compliant?

If you’re hiring or relocating to Slovenia, start with the right setup: HR Solutions and Accounting Services.

Gross wage vs what workers actually receive

Employees focus on net pay. After taxes and mandatory contributions (pension, health, etc.), minimum wage workers often receive close to €1,000/month.

Why net varies

Individual tax situation
Applicable deductions
Dependents and allowances
Contract specifics (supplements, overtime, shift work)

Why employer costs increase less than expected

A 16% increase in gross wage does not always mean a 16% jump in total employer cost. In practice, the overall cost increase is often lower (commonly estimated around ~11%), depending on how contributions are calculated and payroll structure.

Action step

If you need an accurate employer-cost model for your team, use outsourced accounting & payroll so your projections match real monthly obligations.

Secondary effects: allowances, bonuses, and severance

Minimum wage levels often act as reference points for other payments and internal salary structures. This can quietly expand payroll obligations beyond base salary.

Typical areas impacted

Annual leave allowance (often must meet or exceed the minimum wage)
Seasonal / winter / Christmas bonuses (frequently tied to percentages)
Severance calculations (indirectly influenced via wage baselines)

Public sector note

When minimum wage rises, lower-grade pay bands can compress and require structural adjustments over time.

Slovenia in the EU context

After the increase, Slovenia sits in the EU’s middle-upper tier for statutory minimum wages—no longer a low-cost labor market, but still often below the highest-cost Western economies.

What this means for foreign businesses

For foreign companies, the signal is clear: Slovenia is positioning itself as a developed EU market with strong labor protections. Labor-intensive models must plan carefully; service and knowledge-based teams usually feel limited impact.

Where businesses usually feel it

Hiring plans and salary bands
Pricing and margin assumptions
Budgeting for bonuses and allowances
Workforce strategy (local hire vs relocation vs posted workers)

Useful pathways

How MyGlobal.si helps you stay compliant and cost-efficient

Whether you’re hiring locally, moving your business, or setting up a new entity in Slovenia, the minimum wage change touches contracts, payroll, and ongoing compliance.

Recommended starting points

Hiring & compliance: HR Solutions
Payroll & reporting: Accounting Services
Setup & structure: Company Registration
Relocation options: Digital Nomad Visa Slovenia

Fast support

Have a specific payroll or hiring scenario? Contact MyGlobal.si and we’ll point you to the right setup.

FAQ

Does the minimum wage apply to part-time contracts?

The statutory threshold is defined for full-time work; part-time is typically pro-rated based on working hours and contract terms. For exact calculations, use professional payroll support via Accounting.

Will this affect my company registration or permits?

Minimum wage impacts hiring budgets and offer letters more than registration itself, but it can matter for staffing plans and permits. See: Work & Residence Permit in Slovenia.

What if I want to start a company and hire right away?

Start with Company Registration, then align contracts and payroll through HR + Accounting. For documents, see: Required Documents for Company Registration .