Business Relocation to Slovenia
Three different routes for three different goals: open a new company, relocate part of an existing business, or move your employees. We help you work out what fits your situation and support the whole process end to end — from registration to the residence permit.
Free consultationHow to relocate a business to Slovenia
| Route | Who it suits | Timeline | Residence permit |
|---|---|---|---|
| A new company (d.o.o.) | You don't yet have a business in Slovenia — starting a company from scratch | Registration 1–3 weeks + meeting the activity conditions | For the owner — once the conditions are met (investment, turnover or an employee) |
| A branch or subsidiary | The business already operates abroad and needs a presence in the EU | Branch — 7–15 working days; subsidiary — 1–3 weeks | For the person managing the branch/subsidiary — under the same rules as a company owner |
| Relocating with a team | You need to move or hire several non-EU employees | A single permit — usually up to a few months per employee | Individually for each employee, based on a contract of at least 1 year |
The routes aren't mutually exclusive: you can, for example, open a subsidiary and relocate part of your team into it at the same time.
Which option fits your business
Starting a business for the first time
You register a new company in Slovenia and obtain a residence permit for yourself as the owner — through investment, company turnover, or an employee.
Business immigration through your own company →You already have a business abroad
Open a branch (no separate legal identity) or a subsidiary (a new legal entity) — depending on whether the Slovenian structure needs full independence.
Branch or subsidiary →You need to move a team
The company is already running — what's left is obtaining a single residence and work permit for each employee who isn't an EU citizen.
Employee relocation →
Mariia Golubnik — migration lawyer in Slovenia
"Relocating a business is not just paperwork — it's getting the legal structure right from the start: branch or subsidiary, how to employ staff, which risks to plan for in advance. A structural mistake at the outset costs more than a consultation beforehand."
I have supported business immigration to Slovenia for more than 7 years — from company registration to residence permits for the owner, their family and their employees.
How we work with clients
Free consultation
We work through your business relocation structure before any work begins.
A forecast before the start
We assess which route gets you to the result fastest and most reliably in your situation.
A legal approach
We take the specifics of Slovenian corporate and migration law into account.
Payment in 2 stages
50% after signing the contract, 50% after the result is achieved.
Knowing the process from the inside
Experience working with AJPES, ZRSZ and administrative units across Slovenia.
Support for your team
We help not only the owner but also the employees who need to relocate.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I start with relocating a business to Slovenia? +
Can I combine registering a company with relocating employees? +
Does the owner have to move to Slovenia personally? +
How long does relocating a business take overall? +
Want to relocate your business to Slovenia without mistakes?
The consultation is free and is handled personally by a SLO-WAY expert.
Related topics: a residence permit through your own company, company registration, the cost of running a d.o.o..