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Obtain NIF in Spain

The NIF (Número de Identificación Fiscal) in Spain is required for both individuals and businesses when dealing with tax-related matters. For individuals residing in Spain, the NIF is directly linked to their Spanish DNI number (Documento Nacional de Identidad). For foreign citizens, NIF corresponds to their NIE number (Número de…

Open a Business in Spain

The first steps you need to consider if you want to open a business in Spain involve choosing a suitable legal structure and registering your business with the appropriate government authorities. There are various legal structures for setting up a company in Spain, such as: a sole proprietorship (autónomo), a…

Inheritance and Will Lawyers in Spain

In case you have assets in Spain, regardless of their size, you should make a will ("testamento"), a process for which it is recommended to have legal assistance. Our Spanish inheritance and will lawyers can help you in the process of drafting a will, whether it is a standard or a more complex one. Quick Facts Why…

Employer of Record in Spain

An employer of record in Spain refers to the entity that is allowed to employ local workforce on behalf of a company, typically a foreign company. This is an employment service through which a foreign company can outsource any matter related to employment, without having to learn the local law and practices. The main advantage of addressing…

Establish a Trust in Spain

Trusts are commercial organizations managed by individuals who hold the title to the business' property for the benefit of one or more beneficiaries. The Spanish tax authorities regard trusts as legal entities which must have a business purpose and must operate as a business. The rules that apply to a trust depend largely…

Open a Restaurant in Spain

The food industry in Spain is one of the most attractive areas of investments as this country is a well-known touristic destination. Spaniards and foreign tourists spend a good amount of their money drinking and eating in restaurants so, opening a restaurant in Spain can be a very successful decision. Before starting a business in this field, you should…

Register a Limited Partnership in Spain

A limited partnership in Spain (Sociedad Comanditaria simple) is a type of company that consists of two or more partners. A limited partnership needs a general partner, with unlimited liability for the company`s debts, and a limited partner (socio comaditario), with limited liability for the debts of the company. No minimum capital is required for starting…

Set Up a Cooperative in Spain

There are different types of business entities in Spain that businessmen can choose from in order to open a company. One option is to set up a cooperative in Spain. Spanish cooperatives are independent associations of people who volunteer to group themselves together in order to achieve their mutual needs in terms of economics,…

Types of Companies in Spain

Our team of lawyers in Spain can provide legal assistance for the registration of a company and can help businessmen in choosing a legal entity that best suits their business objectives. In this article, our team presents the main types of companies in Spain. Quick Facts Main types of companies/structures in…

Fiscal Representation of a Foreigner in Spain

Non-resident owners of real estate assets in Spain have the obligation of paying taxes to the Spanish Tax Office (Agencia Tributaria). Provided that foreigners (non-residents) do not have fiscal representation in Spain, they need to appoint a Spanish fiscal representative. Fiscal representation of a foreigner in Spain is also mandatory for foreigners who…