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What does social security coordination mean?

Each country is free to decide who is insured under its laws, what rights arise from insurance and under what conditions. The European Union defines common rules, under which the social rights of workers are protected (in EU and EEA Member States, and in Switzerland). To that end, the following principles are upheld: the application of the laws of one country, equal treatment (non-discrimination), the consideration of previous periods of insurance and the transferability of rights (i.e. the exportability of a cash benefit), and the calculation of benefits.

What needs to be arranged after I arrive in Slovenia?

After you arrive in Slovenia, you must register your residence. You must obtain a personal identification number (EMŠO) and tax number, and open a transaction account. Citizens from EU or EEA Member States and Switzerland do not need a work permit to work in Slovenia. However, the process still differs for Croatian citizens as Slovenia has introduced a 2-year transition period (from 1st of July 2013 till 30th of June 2015) ans also a 3-year transition period (from 1st of July 2015 till 30th of June 2018) for the employment and work of Croatian citizens in Slovenia. This means that the Croatian citizens need to obtain work permit. Registration for employment is carried out by your employer.

What is EURES?

EURES is the abbreviation for "EURopean Employment Services", a network of public European employment services and their national partners. EURES functions in the Member States of the EU and the European Economic Area (Norway, Iceland and Lichtenstein) and in Switzerland. The aim of the EURES network is to support the free movement of workers and promote international worker mobility in member states.

Do I have to pay for EURES services?

No. EURES services are free of charge.

How can I find work in Slovenia?

You can find a job in Slovenia via the EURES portal and via the Employment Service of Slovenia . Contact a EURES advisor in Slovenia, who will give you advice regarding your job search.

How should I prepare my CV?

Draft a clear and well-structured CV. We recommend you use the EUROPASS CV format, adopted by the European Union as the standard European CV.

Are there regulated professions in Slovenia?

Yes. A regulated profession or regulated professional activity is a profession or professional activity, for which the conditions for performing such an activity are stipulated by law or implementing regulation. Additional information regarding the recognition of professional qualifications in the Republic of Slovenia can be found at the Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Affairs.

Who can help me if I want to establish a company or be self-employed?

Full support for self-employment procedures can be found at VEM points (all-in-one-place) or on the e-VEM portal.

How is my education assessed in Slovenia?

Contact the competent education institutions regarding the recognition of past education if you wish to continue your education in Slovenia. Education institutions issue decisions regarding your rights to enrol in an education programme.
If you wish to be employed in Slovenia, contact the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport ENIC-NARIC centre, which will issue an opinion regarding specific elements of your education.

This includes information regarding the comparability of your education with the Slovenian education system, as well as other information. A final decision regarding employment is made by the employer, who determines the conditions for employment. In addition to formal education, an employer also takes into account a candidate's competences, skills and additional knowledge.

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