Did you get hurt at work in Slovenia? If you are a foreign worker — from Nepal, the Philippines, or anywhere else — and you were injured while doing your job, Slovenian law gives you the right to compensation. This is true no matter your nationality, your visa type, or how long you have worked here.
Many foreign workers stay silent after a work injury because they are afraid of losing their job, afraid of their employer, or simply don’t know that Slovenian law protects them. You do not have to be afraid, and you do not have to handle this alone.
Do Foreign Workers Have the Same Rights as Slovenian Workers?
Yes. Under Slovenian law, every employee — regardless of citizenship, residence permit, or employment status — is covered by their employer’s mandatory liability insurance. This means that if you were injured while performing your job or during your working hours, you have the same legal right to compensation as any Slovenian citizen.
Your employer is legally required to have insurance that covers exactly this kind of situation. The compensation is paid out by the insurance company, not directly out of your employer’s pocket — which is one reason there is no valid reason to fear reporting your injury.
Why Foreign Workers Should Not Be Afraid to Report a Work Injury
We understand the concerns many workers from Nepal, the Philippines, and other countries have:
- “Will I lose my job or my work permit if I report this?” Reporting a workplace injury and pursuing lawful compensation is your legal right. It is separate from your immigration and employment status.
- “Will my employer get angry or retaliate?” The compensation comes from the employer’s insurance provider, not the employer’s own money — most employers already expect this process when accidents happen.
- “I don’t speak Slovenian, how can I deal with this?” You don’t need to. Our team handles all communication, paperwork, and negotiation with the insurance company on your behalf, from start to finish.
- “I can’t afford a lawyer.” You don’t pay anything upfront. Our fee only applies once you actually receive your compensation.
The law is on your side. You worked, you got injured on the job — the compensation belongs to you.
When Are You Entitled to Compensation for a Work Injury in Slovenia?
You are entitled to compensation when:
- The injury happened while you were carrying out your work duties, or during your working hours; and
- The employer’s responsibility must be established — either through direct fault (e.g. unsafe equipment, missing safety training, no protective gear) or through objective liability, which applies automatically in many workplace-accident cases regardless of direct fault.
Compensation may be reduced or denied only in specific cases — for example, if it is proven you were intoxicated at work, acted with serious negligence, or ignored clear safety instructions. Even then, a specialist should review your case, because partial compensation is often still possible.
Who Actually Pays the Compensation?
Compensation for a workplace injury in Slovenia is paid from the employer’s mandatory liability insurance. Every registered employer in Slovenia is required to carry this coverage. This is an important point for foreign workers to understand: you are not asking your employer for money out of their own pocket — you are claiming what an insurance company already owes you by law.
What Documents Do You Need for a Work Injury Compensation Claim?
The process requires proper documentation, and this is exactly where most workers get stuck — especially if Slovenian is not your first language. Typically needed:
- The official ER-8 form (work injury report) — the most important document to start the process
- Police report, if the police were involved (we can help obtain this)
- A written statement of how the accident happened, plus photos of the cause (e.g. broken equipment, unsafe worksite)
- Copies of your first medical report and all follow-up medical records
- Copies of your medical history / GP certificate
- Your tax number
- Sick leave documentation and any ZZZS (Health Insurance Institute) decisions
- Photos of the injury itself, if marks or scars are still visible
- Physical therapy records, if you underwent rehabilitation
- Your bank account number for the payout
You don’t need to gather all of this alone. Our team collects, translates, and submits the documentation for you.
How We Help Foreign Workers Get Their Compensation
When you choose poraVnava, you get a team with years of specialized experience in Slovenian compensation law — the kind of legal support that knows exactly how insurance companies think and how employers try to avoid liability.
● We handle the entire process for you: documentation, medical evidence, employer and insurer communication, negotiation.
● You pay nothing upfront — our fee only applies once you receive your compensation.
● We fight to secure the maximum compensation you’re legally entitled to, so you can focus on recovering.
● We guarantee that once the insurance company pays out, we transfer your money within 24 hours.
● Support is available 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
Call us now for a free consultation!
Frequently Asked Questions: Work Injury Compensation in Slovenia
What is work injury compensation in Slovenia?
It is a monetary payment you are entitled to if you were injured while working, or in connection with your work, and the employer’s liability for that injury can be shown.
I am a foreign worker from Nepal / the Philippines — am I really covered?
Yes. Slovenian labor and insurance law does not distinguish by nationality. If you were legally employed and injured on the job, you have the same right to claim compensation as a Slovenian worker.
Who pays the compensation — my employer or an insurance company?
The insurance company that covers your employer’s liability pays the compensation, not your employer personally.
Will reporting my injury put my job or visa at risk?
No. Claiming compensation for a workplace injury is a legal right, separate from your work permit or employment contract.
Can I get compensation even if I don't speak Slovenian?
Yes. Our team manages the entire process — forms, translations, medical documentation, and negotiations — on your behalf.
How long does the process take?
It depends on the case, medical treatment, and the insurer’s response time — but starting early with proper legal support significantly increases both speed and the amount you receive.
