The Central Bank of Slovenia has supported civil protection guidance urging the public to prepare for temporary disruptions to payments and cash access during crisis conditions. The advice responds to risks including geopolitical tensions, cyber incidents and severe weather events that could affect key infrastructure, and recommends keeping a small amount of cash on hand alongside several ways to make electronic payments. The guidance notes that outages affecting electricity or internet access could temporarily disrupt card payments, mobile apps and ATM withdrawals. To reduce that risk, users are advised to hold payment accounts with different payment service providers, use more than one payment app, and keep enough cash to cover urgent expenses for at least 72 hours per person. Coins and lower-denomination banknotes are recommended for day-to-day transactions, and the cash buffer can be built up gradually. The central bank stressed that Slovenia's payment infrastructure remains highly reliable, but said cash can be vital in emergencies because it can be used without payment infrastructure and has legal tender status.
Central Bank of Slovenia2026-06-23
Central Bank of Slovenia backs emergency preparedness guidance to hold cash for at least 72 hours and diversify payment options
The Central Bank of Slovenia has backed civil protection guidance telling the public to prepare for possible payment disruptions caused by crises such as cyber incidents, severe weather and infrastructure outages. It recommends keeping enough cash for at least 72 hours per person and maintaining multiple electronic payment options, including accounts with different providers and more than one payment app.