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How Foreign Workers Can Open an S.P. (Sole Proprietorship) i
Self Employment in Slovenia
If you are a foreign worker (tujec v Sloveniji) planning to start your own business in Slovenia, one popular option is opening an s.p. (samostojni podjetnik – sole proprietorship). This structure is ideal for small businesses, freelancers, and service providers, and it allows you to operate legally while contributing to the Slovenian economy.
Check Eligibility
To open an s.p. in Slovenia, you must:
- Have a valid residence permit (dovoljenje za prebivanje) or work permit that allows self-employment.
- Be legally registered in Slovenia (AJPES – Agency for Public Legal Records).
- Meet any specific professional qualifications required for your field.
Prepare Your Documents
You will need:
- Valid passport
- Residence/work permit
- Slovenian tax number (Davčna številka)
- Proof of address in Slovenia
- Any professional certificates relevant to your business
Register Your S.P.
- Go to AJPES or complete the online registration for a sole proprietorship.
- Choose your business activity (SP activity code – Šifra dejavnosti) based on your profession.
- Submit your documents and pay the registration fee.
Once approved, your s.p. will have legal status to operate in Slovenia.
Tax and Social Obligations
As an s.p., you are responsible for:
- Paying personal income tax (dohodnina)
- Contributing to health and pension insurance (ZPIZ, ZZZS)
- Keeping proper financial records and annual reports
How Williams Services Can Help
At Williams Services Slovenia, we guide foreign entrepreneurs through the entire process:
- Ensuring eligibility and compliance with Slovenian law
- Preparing and submitting all required documents
- Choosing the correct activity code (Šifra dejavnosti)
- Assisting with tax and social insurance registration
- Providing ongoing support for business operations in Slovenia
With professional support, opening an s.p. in Slovenia becomes fast, legal, and stress-free.