Our team of specialists in company registration in Slovenia can provide step-to-step assistance on the procedures necessary for opening a Slovenian subsidiary and can also inform on the documents that are requested for its registration.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Applicable legislation (home country/foreign country) | Foreign country |
Best Used For | Trading, manufacturing, IT, healthcare, services, etc. |
Minimum share capital (YES/NO) | Yes, 7,500 EUR (LLC) or 25,000 EUR (PLC) |
| Time frame for the incorporation (approx.) | Approx. 11 weeks |
| Management (Local/Foreign) | Foreign |
| Legal representative required (YES/NO) | No |
| Local bank account (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Independence from the parent company | Full independence |
| Liability of the parent company | Liable to the extent of the capital invested in the subsidiary |
| Corporate tax rate | 19% |
| Possibility of hiring local staff (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Special requirements related to the trading name (YES/NO) | No |
Activities permitted | The subsidiary can complete various activities. |
Restrictions (if any) | No, it is treated as a domestic company. |
| Special licensing requirements (if any) | Yes, in certain sectors, such as telecommunications |
| Local address required (YES/NO) | Yes, a registered address is mandatory when opening a subsidiary in Slovenia. |
| Authority to be registered with | Companies Registrar (local office in the city to operate) |
| Employment registration requirement (YES/NO) | Yes |
| Option to transfer employees from the headquarters (YES/NO) | Yes, it is possible to transfer employees from the parent company’s home country. |
| VAT registration requirement (YES/NO) | Not from the beginning of the operations. |
| Applicability of the corporate tax | The corporate tax will be levied on all its income generated in a financial year. |
| Incorporation services availability (YES/NO) | Yes, we offer subsidiary registration services in Slovenia. |
Table of Contents
What are the main features of a Slovenian subsidiary?
Here they are:
- it has a corporate shareholder, which can be a local or foreign company;
- it can be registered as a public or private limited liability company, and it is treated in the same way as a domestic business;
- it is a separate entity from the parent company, meaning it is responsible for its own debts and obligations, and can make its own business decisions;
- it can complete any activity within the scope of the law, including those of the parent company;
- it must respect the provisions of the Slovenian Companies Act.
What are the steps to open a subsidiary company in Slovenia?
The following steps must be completed:
- reserve a commercial name;
- secure a Slovenian business address (a virtual office can be used);
- prepare the documents for incorporation (attention must be paid in the case of foreign companies, which must prepare various papers issued in its home country);
- open a corporate bank accountand deposit the share capital;
- submit the application file to the Companies Register;
- register for taxation;
- apply for the required business permits.
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What are the documents required when opening a subsidiary in Slovenia?
The following documents must be drafted by the parent company:
- the trading name reservation form (the subsidiary can have a distinct name compared to the branch, but the uniqueness requirement remains in place);
- an extract from the Commercial Register in the country of origin of the parent company, which must not be older than 3 months at the time of submission;
- the parent company’s Articles of Association;
- the parent company’s latest financial statements;
- the details of the local representative (ID or passport and the letter of appointment).
IMPORTANT! All foreign documents must be translated into Slovenian and certified prior to submission.
What is the minimum capital to open a Slovenian subsidiary company?
EUR 7,500 in the case of a private limited liability company or EUR 25,000 in the case of a public limited liability entity.
How long does it take to incorporate a subsidiary in Slovenia in 2026?
The procedure can be completed in approximately one week, provided all documents are correctly prepared.
Is remote registration possible in the case of a Slovenian subsidiary?
Yes, including through our dedicated company formation services in Slovenia.
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How are subsidiaries taxed in Slovenia?
With regards to the taxes applicable to this company type, it is necessary to know that the entity will be charged with a set of corporate taxes, including the corporate tax, which is applicable at a rate of 22% at the level of 2026.
What are the reporting requirements for a Slovenian subsidiary?
According to the applicable legislation in Slovenia, a subsidiary is considered a separate legal entity from its parent company, although the parent company owns shares in the company. This means that the company will be able to make its management decisions without the prior approval of the parent company. At the same time, the subsidiary is liable to the Slovenian tax system, since it is incorporated under the Commercial Law in Slovenia.
Our company registration specialists in Slovenia are at your disposal for any company formation matter. Do not hesitate to contact us. Our specialists can also provide information on the procedure of opening a Slovenian branch office, another option available for foreign companies expanding on the local market.