More than 352,000 people will receive a wire transfer, an average of 826 euros each

More than 352,000 taxpayers will receive refunds averaging €826 for overpaid income tax. The Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia plans to distribute these refunds by the end of July 2026. These payments will go to individuals who received informational calculations in the second batch. Out of the total number of taxpayers who received such calculations, 352,404—equivalent to 60.6 percent, are set to get their money back. The total amount to be returned is approximately €291.17 million. Refunds will begin being issued gradually several days before the final deadline for disbursements. The majority of applications for the child support allowance were submitted electronically this year. The Financial Administration processed 256,007 claims for the child support allowance during the current tax calculation period. Of these, 181,757 (71.0 percent) were electronic submissions, while 74,250 (29.0 percent) were paper-based forms. Last year, 67.3 percent of forms were electronic, the year before that 65.2 percent, three years ago 63.2 percent, four years ago 60 percent, five years ago 55 percent, six years ago 39 percent, and seven years ago just 26 percent. The number of taxpayers submitting the child support allowance claim electronically has been increasing each year. Although more than 71 percent of taxpayers—181,757 individuals, now submit their claims digitally, nearly 29 percent still choose to send their forms on paper. This trend reflects a steady shift toward digital processes over the past few years. A new law passed in December 2025 introduces changes regarding how taxpayers apply for the child support allowance. The law came into effect on January 1 of this year. Starting January 1, 2027, a modification to the second paragraph of Article 270 of the Tax Procedure Act will take effect. This change alters both the deadline and method for submitting the child support allowance claim during the informational tax calculation process. From now on, taxpayers must submit their claims electronically through the eDavki system by February 15 of the current year for the previous year’s tax return. Failure to file the tax forecast within the prescribed timeframe or using the required method results in a fine ranging from €250 to €400. This regulation aims to streamline the administrative process and encourage greater use of digital platforms for tax-related matters. The Financial Administration has emphasized the importance of adhering to the new rules to avoid penalties and ensure timely processing of claims. Officials noted that the transition to fully electronic submissions is part of broader efforts to modernize tax administration and improve efficiency. They also highlighted that the increase in electronic filings has already reduced processing times and errors compared to previous years. The upcoming changes will affect all taxpayers who need to claim the child support allowance. Those who have not yet filed their claims should be aware of the new deadlines and requirements. The Financial Administration encourages taxpayers to familiarize themselves with the eDavki system and seek assistance if needed to ensure compliance with the updated procedures. The implementation of these changes aligns with national goals to digitize public services and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. As the deadline approaches, officials expect a surge in electronic submissions, which could impact the system's performance. To manage potential challenges, the Financial Administration has advised taxpayers to plan ahead and submit their claims well before the February 15 deadline.