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point become an impossible endeavour, we strongly advise you to consider entering
a vocational course for one of the most in-demand professions on the labour market
at the moment.
Having said that, it might also be worth emphasising that those working in full-time
employment relationships are in no way exempt from exploitation. This is particularly
true for the workers coming from the countries of former Yugoslavia, who have
migrated to Slovenia in search of a better life, but the sad truth is that many have
become victims of various forms of exploitation. And it is for this reason that we are
dedicating this chapter to you, dear migrant worker.
The minimum salary in Slovenia for the year 2012 amounts to € 763.06 before
tax per month.
Staying in the Republic of Slovenia on the basis of
work or employment
If you wish to reside in Slovenia on the basis of employment, work, seasonal employment,
cross-border supply of services as a posted worker or as a daily migrant worker,
you must first acquire a valid work permit. Only then will you be eligible to apply
for a residence permit. The Employment Service of Slovenia is competent for issuing
work permits, whereas The Foreigner’s Desk is in charge of all matters related to
your residence and visa.
If you have a temporary residence permit or a temporary work permit (visa)
and are at the same time a recipient of unemployment allowance (from
the Employment Service of Slovenia), you may apply for an extension of
your temporary residence permit for the period in which you receive your