Single residence and work permit / EU Blue Card (employment) (Enotno dovoljenje za prebivanje in delo / modra karta EU)
Single residence and work permit / EU Blue Card (employment) is a residence route in Slovenia (Employment). Employment contract with Slovenian employer; ZRSZ consent (labour market test unless exempt); employer without tax debts. First permit up to 2 yrs, renewals up to 3 (ZZSDT-E). Blue Card for higher-education jobs above salary threshold. Fees ~€102 + €12 card per person.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income, progressive 16–50%; high social contributions (~22% employee)
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 321 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Worldwide income, progressive 16–50%; high social contributions (~22% employee) |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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