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26.02.2025 |
Waiting for a fine is worse than the fine itself. You might have violated the rules, but the notification hasn’t arrived yet. So how can you check if you have any outstanding fines?
The Ministry of the Interior of Slovakia offers a convenient service called "Informovanie o priestupkoch občana", which displays traffic violation fines registered by the ministry.
To check, you’ll need a plastic ID card with a chip (eID). First, visit Slovensko.sk, find the "Informovanie o priestupkoch občana" service, and log in using your eID. A KEP signature is not ... |
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21.02.2025 |
The probation period in Slovakia is regulated by the provisions of the Labour Code and is intended to allow the employer to assess whether the employee meets the requirements of the position. The employment contract must specify the probation period, which can last a maximum of 3 months for regular employees and up to 6 months for managers.
If an employee is temporarily absent due to illness or other reasons, the probation period is extended by the corresponding number of days. In cases where the probation period is not specified in the contract, the employee is considered to be h... |
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15.02.2025 |
If a dispute arises between a buyer and a seller in Slovakia, the consumer has several options for resolution:
Slovak Trade Inspection (SOI) – This is a government body responsible for monitoring compliance with consumer protection regulations at the national level. SOI ensures that obligations established by law and EU regulations are met. If violations are detected, the inspection has the authority to ban the sale of goods or the provision of services and to demand the immediate withdrawal of products from the market.
Consumer Protection Organizations – Thes... |
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08.02.2025 |
The procedure for paying insurance contributions in Slovakia depends on your status: employee, entrepreneur, student, or unemployed:
For employees under an employment contract. The employer deducts contributions from the salary and transfers them to the employee's chosen insurance company.
For self-employed individuals. You are responsible for calculating and paying your insurance contributions. Payments must be made monthly by the 8th of the following month. The amount depends on the previous year's income (in 2025, the minimum rate is €107.25 per month).
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