Remote work has become an ordinary part of employment in Slovenia – from occasional work from home to full remote work for foreign clients. But it also raises questions: what does the employer need to arrange, how do you stay productive, and where do you work when home simply does not cut it? We answer below.
What Slovenian law says
Work from home in Slovenia is governed by the Employment Relationships Act (ZDR-1). In practice this means:
- Work from home is agreed through an employment contract or an addendum that defines the scope, conditions and rights.
- Before it begins, the employer must notify the labour inspectorate about organising work from home.
- The employee is entitled to compensation for the use of their own resources (electricity, internet, space); the amount is set by contract.
- The employer remains responsible for occupational safety and health, even for work from home.
Note: the details change over time – before arranging anything, check the current information at gov.si or with a legal advisor.
Remote productivity: what actually works
- Separate your space – a work corner (or coworking) should be physically separate from your rest area.
- Keep a rhythm – a fixed start and end to the working day stop work from „leaking“ into the evening.
- Work in blocks – 60–90 minutes of focused work, then a short break away from the screen.
- Communicate in writing and clearly – remotely, ambiguity costs hours.
- Make time to move – without a commute your daily steps disappear; plan a walk.
Essential tools for remote work
- Video conferencing: Meet, Zoom or Teams – with a good camera and headset.
- Document collaboration: Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.
- Task management: Trello, Asana, Notion or a simple shared list.
- Communication: Slack or Teams for quick things, email for formal matters.
Where to work remotely when home is not enough
„Remote“ does not necessarily mean „from home“. When home runs short on quiet, ergonomics or company, a coworking space is the solution. At makerSP_CE in Ljubljana, remote workers get an equipped workstation with an external monitor, a room for quiet video calls, fast internet and – what matters most to many – people around them. 24/7 access means you can work on a foreign client's schedule, and free parking means your morning commute does not involve circling around Ljubljana.
Remote work for foreign clients
More and more Slovenians work remotely for foreign companies – as employees, sole traders (s.p.) or through platforms. Pay attention to the form of cooperation (employment contract, sole trader, copyright contract), your tax obligations in Slovenia and the client's time zones. Precisely when working across time zones, a space with 24/7 access is invaluable.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Does my employer have to pay compensation for work from home?
The law provides for compensation for the use of the employee's resources; the specific amount and method are set by contract. Check your contract or consult your HR department.
Can I, as a remote worker, work from a coworking space instead of home?
Yes – many employers even welcome or co-finance it, because coworking provides the ergonomics and occupational safety that are hard to demonstrate at home.
How much does a workstation in coworking cost?
At makerSP_CE from €135 incl. VAT per month with everything included; weekly (from €70) and daily rental (from €20) are also available.
Conclusion
Remote work brings freedom, but it requires structure – legal, technical and spatial. If it is the last of these you lack at home, try makerSP_CE: all the advantages of an office without its shackles. Read also how remote work connects with hybrid work and how it differs from working from home versus coworking.
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