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Start a Business in Spain — SL, Beckham Law 24%, Digital Nomad Visa, EU's 4th Economy
Spanish company formation involves incorporating a Sociedad Limitada (SL) through a notary and registering with the Mercantile Registry (Registro Mercantil). Spain is the EU’s 4th largest economy (47M consumers) with a 25% CIT rate (new companies: 15% for first 2 profitable years, micro-enterprises 23%). Spain’s standout incentive is the Beckham Law — a flat 24% tax rate for qualifying incoming employees for 6 years, now extended to Digital Nomad Visa holders. R&D credits of 25-42% and Patent Box (60% exemption) further reduce effective rates. EUR 1 minimum capital (reduced from EUR 3,000 under Startup Law 2022). The India-Spain DTAA provides 15% on dividends. With world-class infrastructure, a thriving startup ecosystem, and the Digital Nomad Visa programme, Spain is increasingly attractive for Indian tech companies and professionals. Comply Globally has helped 1,080+ entrepreneurs across 45+ countries.
- By Dr. Anil Gupta, Global Expansion Advisor
- Updated April 2026
- 15 min read
500+
Companies launched
45+
Countries served
4.9
Client rating
+12 today
Founders onboarded
Incorporated in 7 days
Average turnaround time
25%
CIT (New 15%)
24%
Beckham Law!
€1
Min Capital SL
25-42%
R&D Credit
DNV
Digital Nomad Visa
OUR SERVICES IN SPAIN
What We Help You With in Spain
Leverage our expertise for company formation, EXIM, IOR/EOR, visas,
banking, and ongoing compliance all through a single point of contact.
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Company Formation
Register a Spanish SL (Sociedad Limitada) or SA (Sociedad Anónima) through the Mercantile Registry and Spanish Tax Agency. We handle company name reservation, NIE/TIE assistance for foreign directors, drafting of articles, notary coordination, tax registration, and full incorporation remotely from India. Minimum capital for SL: EUR 1 100% foreign ownership permitted Average Comply Globally turnaround: 7–15 business days Starting from ₹1,25,000
Tax & Compliance Advisory
Navigate Spain’s 25% Corporate Income Tax (CIT), 21% VAT, transfer pricing rules, annual accounts filing, and payroll compliance. We help optimise structures using the India–Spain DTAA to minimise double taxation on dividends, interest, and royalties. Eligible startups and SMEs may benefit from reduced 15% CIT for the first profitable years under Spain’s Startup Law. We also assist with Beckham Law applications, digital nomad tax planning, and EU VAT registrations. Source: Agencia Tributaria (Spanish Tax Agency)
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FEMA & RBI Compliance
We handle BOTH sides simultaneously: Spanish company incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance. Our team assists with Form ODI filings through your AD bank, Annual Performance Reports (APR), RBI FLA returns, overseas investment structuring, and Foreign Tax Credit claims under Section 90. This India + Spain dual-compliance expertise is one of our biggest differentiators for Indian founders expanding into Europe.
Visas & Immigration
Business visas, Entrepreneur Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, Highly Qualified Professional permits, and EU Blue Card assistance. We manage immigration documentation, renewals, NIE registration, residency formalities, and compliance support. Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa allows eligible remote professionals and entrepreneurs to reside in Spain while benefiting from attractive tax incentives under certain conditions.
EXIM & Logistics
Import/export registration, customs compliance, EU VAT support, 3PL warehousing, IOR/AOR/EOR services, and Spain–India trade facilitation. Spain offers strategic access to the European Union market, strong Mediterranean ports, and logistics connectivity across Europe, North Africa, and Latin America.
Cross-Border Banking
Corporate account opening assistance with Santander, BBVA, CaixaBank, Sabadell, HSBC, and international fintech banking platforms. We prepare KYC documentation, business plans, projected financials, and compliance paperwork for smoother onboarding. Most Spanish banks require video verification or at least one in-person verification step depending on the ownership structure.
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- 45+ Countries
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- Avg 4hr Response
- 100% Compliance Record
Why Partner With Comply Globally?
Our 4 Brand Promises — Backed by Results
These are not marketing claims. They are measurable operational standards tracked
and verified across 1,080+ client engagements worldwide.
Speed of Action
We respond within 4 hours. Average Spanish SL incorporation: 7–15 business days depending on notarisation and NIE processing.
Fastest: Incorporation initiated within 72 hours
Accuracy & Competence
Zero compliance failures across 1,080+ engagements. Every filing is reviewed by a dedicated country specialist before submission.
100% filing accuracy · 4.7★ rating
Ease of Doing Business
One contact for everything — Spanish incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance handled simultaneously, without vendor coordination hassles.
Single Point of Management · 45+ countries
Cost Competitiveness
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing with zero hidden fees. Consistently 30–40% lower than Big 4 firms for equivalent scope and quality.
Spain SL Formation · Competitive EU Expansion Packages
“Initially I thought their promises were just marketing claims, but after working with them, I can confidently say their responsiveness, expertise, and execution quality exceeded expectations.”
Spain
TAX FRAMEWORk
What Is the Corporate Tax Rate in Spain?
Spain’s standard corporate income tax rate is 25%
According to the Agencia Tributaria (Spanish Tax Agency), Spain levies a standard 25% Corporate Income Tax on resident companies.Newly incorporated companies may qualify for a reduced 15% CIT rate during their first profitable years, subject to eligibility conditions under Spain’s startup and SME incentive framework. Spain applies a 21% standard VAT rate, with reduced rates available for certain goods and services.Under the India–Spain DTAA, cross-border taxation on dividends, interest, and royalties can be reduced to treaty rates, helping Indian businesses avoid double taxation. Spain also provides access to the wider European Union single market, making it an attractive gateway for businesses expanding into Europe.
Spain vs France vs Italy vs Portugal— Tax Comparison
| Factor | 🇪🇸Spain | 🇫🇷France | 🇮🇹Italy | 🇵🇹Portugal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CIT Rate
|
25% (23% SMEs) | 25% | 24% (IRES) | 21% |
|
Capital Gains Tax
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19–28% (individuals) | 30% (flat PFU) | 26% (flat rate) | 28% |
|
Dividend WHT
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19% (non-resident) | 25% (reduced via treaty) | 26% | 25% (NHR may reduce) |
|
VAT / GST
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21% | 20% | 22% | 23% |
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DTAA Network
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~100 treaties | ~125 treaties | ~100 treaties | ~80 treaties |
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Ease of Doing Business
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#30 (World Bank) | #32 | #58 | #39 |
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Expat / Inbound Tax Regime
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Beckham Law: flat 24% for 6 yrs | Impatriate regime: 50% exemption | Impatriate regime: 50–90% exemption | NHR: flat 20% for 10 yrs |
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Investment Incentives
|
Startup Act: 15% CIT yr 1–4 + R&D credits | JEI status: social charge exemptions | Patent Box: 50% IRES reduction on IP | SIFIDE: 32.5% R&D tax credit |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Start a Business in Spain
Yes. Foreigners can own 100% of a Spanish Sociedad Limitada (SL). No local shareholder is required, making Spain open for international founders.
The most common structure is.
- SL (Sociedad Limitada) — equivalent to a private limited company
- SA (Sociedad Anónima) — used for larger or publicly scalable businesses
Typical timeline.
- 7–15 business days for standard SL incorporation
- Faster registration possible if NIE and notarisation are already completed
Spain’s standard Corporate Income Tax (CIT) is.
- 25% standard rate
- 15% reduced rate for new companies (first profitable years under startup incentives)
The Beckham Law offers.
- Flat 24% tax rate for eligible individuals
- Valid for up to 6 years
- Applies to qualifying inbound professionals and, in some cases, digital nomads under specific conditions
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa allows.
- Remote workers and entrepreneurs to live in Spain
- Access to EU lifestyle and infrastructure
- Potential tax benefits depending on eligibility rules (including Beckham Law compatibility in certain cases)
For a Spanish SL.
- €1 minimum capital (post-startup reforms)
- Previously €3,000, now reduced to encourage startups
Spain offers.
- EU’s 4th largest economy (~47M consumers)
- Strong startup ecosystem and innovation hubs
- Access to EU + Latin America markets
- Attractive startup tax incentives (15% CIT for early years)
- R&D credits up to 25–42%
Expand Your Business into Spain Gateway to Europe
& Digital Nomad Economy
Set up your Spanish SL with complete support for incorporation, tax structuring,Beckham Law planning,
Digital Nomad Visa, EU compliance, banking, and India–EU advisory.