Do you dream of being your own boss in Slovenia? For many foreign workers, freelancers, and small business owners, opening a sole proprietorship (s.p.  samostojni podjetnik) is the ideal path. It's a popular and simple structure that allows you to operate your business legally and build your life here.

However, for non-EU citizens, the process is more than just registering a name. To get your residence permit, you must first prove your business is active and serious. This is where most people get confused, and where our expert help is essential.

How to Get Your Self-Employment (s.p.) Permit: A 4-Step Process

We guide you through the full journey, from an idea to your final residence permit.

Step 1: Preparation and Documentation

• Before you can register, you need the right foundations. We help you gather all your essential documents, including:
• A valid passport
• A Slovenian tax number (Dav?na tevilka)
• Proof of a business address in Slovenia
• Any professional certificates or qualifications for your business

Step 2: Company Registration (AJPES)

This is the official step of creating your business. We handle the entire registration at AJPES (the Agency for Public Legal Records). This includes:

• Choosing the correct business activity codes (ifra dejavnosti) that match your services.
• Filing all the legal forms to officially establish your s.p.
• Assisting you in opening your new Slovenian business bank account.

Step 3: Proving "Active Business Conduct" (The Most Important Step)

This is the main challenge. To approve your residence permit, the government (Upravna enota) must see that your business is real. We guide you in meeting these strict conditions, which usually require one of the following:

• A 50,000 Investment: Making a significant investment into your business (such as buying equipment, a vehicle, or property).
• OR, 10,000 Monthly Revenue: Proving your company is active and earning at least 10,000 per month.

We create a clear business plan with you to ensure you meet these rules.

Step 4: Managing Your Obligations

Once your business is running, you have legal responsibilities. We connect you with accountants and make sure you understand your obligations, such as:

1. Paying personal income tax (dohodnina).
2. Making monthly contributions for health and pension insurance (ZPIZ and ZZZS).
3. Keeping correct financial records for your business.

How Williams Services Makes It Easy

Don't face this complex process alone. We provide a complete service to guarantee your success.

• Complete Strategy: We don't just register your company; we give you a full business plan to meet the difficult "active business" rules.
• Expert Guidance: We handle all the paperwork for AJPES and the Upravna enota, helping you select the right business codes and avoiding costly mistakes.
• Full Support: We assist with your tax registration, bank account, and connect you with trusted accountants to manage your finances correctly from day one.

With Williams Services, your plan to become self-employed in Slovenia is clear, legal, and stress-free. Contact us today to start building your business.