
Clear answers to the most common questions founders and entrepreneurs have before setting up a company in Spain.
No. Non-residents can form Spanish companies with a NIE and legal representative. We handle the full setup and can serve as your legal representative if needed. Many clients form their company as non-residents, then use it to support their work visa or Beckham Law application.
It depends on your business model, liability concerns, and tax goals. S.L. offers limited liability, investor readiness, and Beckham Law eligibility (if you're an employee). Autónomo is simpler but means unlimited personal liability and no Beckham Law access. We model both scenarios and recommend the best structure for your situation.
S.L. formation takes 2-4 weeks: NIE application, company name reservation, capital deposit, notary deed signing, and Commercial Registry filing. Autónomo setup takes 1-2 weeks. We manage the full process to avoid delays and ensure first-time approval.
Your company must file quarterly VAT returns, monthly bookkeeping, annual corporate tax, and Commercial Registry statements. Missing deadlines triggers automatic penalties (€300+ per missed VAT filing). Our accounting team handles 100% of filings so you never miss a deadline.
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