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21/04/2025

Understanding VAT in Spain for Construction and Renovation Projects

When it comes to construction or renovation work in Spain, understanding the applicable Value Added Tax (VAT) rate is essential for both professionals and individuals involved in real estate, development, or property improvement. Whether you are a property developer, contractor, landlord, or private homeowner, VAT can significantly affect the overall cost of a project and the way services should be contracted and invoiced.

04/04/2025

IRPF 2024: Open for Personal Income Tax Filing in Spain

The 2024 Spanish Personal Income Tax (IRPF) filing season opens on April 3rd and ends on July 1st, 2025. During this period, all residents and qualifying taxpayers must file their annual income tax returns. Whether you have straightforward employment income or more complex international and investment structures, it is important to review your situation early to ensure timely and accurate filing.

03/04/2025

End of the Golden Visa in Spain: exploring alternative options

The Spanish Golden Visa, often referred to as the Property Visa, previously granted automatic residency in Spain to non-EU citizens who invested a minimum of 500,000€ in Spanish Real Estate. This investment could include any type of property: home, commercial, land, or a combination of properties. As opposed to the Wealth Visa, the Golden Visa did not require holders to be in Spain for at least 183 days per year.

26/03/2025

Dressing for Business in Spain: A Practical Guide for International Professionals

Business culture in Spain is evolving. Traditional formality is giving way to more relaxed, cosmopolitan style, especially in sectors like tech, consulting, and real estate. Still, clothing remains a subtle but powerful language in Spanish business environments.

13/03/2025

Your Best Partner for Setting Up an Irish Limited Company

Spain stands out as one of the most attractive destinations for international investors and entrepreneurs. With a dynamic and resilient economy, a strategic location within the European Union, and an innovative business environment, Spain offers exceptional opportunities for business growth.

Why Investing in Spain in 2025 Is a Brilliant Idea (2025)

13/02/2025

Why Spain is the Perfect Destination for Your Business

09/12/2024

Get Ready for New Invoicing Rules in Spain

If you're doing business in Spain, important changes to how invoices are created, shared, and managed will soon take effect. Two key systems, Veri*Factu and Electronic Invoicing, aim to increase transparency, fight fraud, and reduce late payments. These changes will affect businesses of all sizes. Here's what you need to know to stay compliant.

26/11/2024

Why Investing in Spain in 2025 Is a Brilliant Idea

Spain has long been a magnet for property investors, offering a blend of economic stability, cultural appeal, and attractive returns. In 2025, the conditions for investing in Spanish real estate are particularly favorable. With rising demand, growing property values, and supportive tax structures, this year is shaping up to be a golden opportunity for savvy investors.

The Technical Building Inspection (ITE) in Spain.

29/08/2024

Understanding Article 7(p) of the LIRPF

Article 7(p) of the Ley del Impuesto sobre la Renta de las Personas Físicas (LIRPF) is a crucial provision within Spanish tax law that offers significant tax relief to individuals earning income from work performed abroad. This article, often referred to as the "expatriate exemption," provides a partial or full tax exemption for income earned outside of Spain, subject to certain conditions. Below, we delve into the specifics of this article, the requirements for eligibility, and its practical implications.

28/08/2024

Maternity and Paternity Leave in Spain

Maternity and paternity leave are essential components of employment law in Spain, aimed at supporting new parents during one of the most significant phases of their lives. These leave entitlements, codified under the Real Decreto-ley 6/2019, de 1 de marzo, ensure that parents can balance their professional responsibilities with the demands of welcoming a new child into their family. This article provides an overview of the legal framework, including the associated economic benefits, rights, and the step-by-step process for accessing these leaves.

12/06/2024

The Technical Building Inspection (ITE) in Spain

The Technical Building Inspection (ITE) is a mandatory procedure for buildings of a certain age, which may vary from one region to another. It involves assessing the state of conservation of older buildings, identifying deficiencies and proposing necessary renovation or maintenance works to ensure their safety and stability. It is the responsibility of the owner of the property or the community of owners to undertake such building works within the established timeframe. The ITE is one of the documents that may be required for the purchase or sale of a property.

11/06/2024

What is an EORI Number and when do you need one in Spain?

The EORI is a tax ID that is used to identify all economic operators within the EU and is used for trading and customs purposes. Having this common identification number for all entities is more efficient -- both for businesses and for customs authorities in each country -- than it would be if each Member State used its own, differing style of identifier.

16/05/2024

Guide to getting a Nomad Visa in Spain

Are you one of those lucky ones who have entered the "teleworker" category? Do you want to choose the best country to live in? Keep reading, this article may interest you. Nowadays, who hasn't heard of teleworking? However, if we had asked that question 20 years ago, how many people would have known the answer?

25/04/2024

How to Create a Company (SL) in Spain with an Entrepreneur Service Point

Strong Abogados is here to simplify the administrative procedures and reduce bureaucratic hurdles for entrepreneurs who want to start a business. Because we are the first and only bilingual Entrepreneur Service Point in Spain, we can assist you in creating your company – simply, clearly, and fast.

21/10/2021

How to Open a Branch Office in Spain: a 5-step process for branch office registration

There are a variety of options for multinational companies that want to begin doing business from a permanent establishment in Spain. A vital decision to be made is whether to form an independent company, open a branch office, or open a subsidiary.

11/07/2021

Relocating Employees to Spain? Find Out All You Need to Know About Corporate Work Permits

As an entry point to the lucrative EU and Latin American markets, and as one of the largest economies in Europe, Spain is an attractive location to establish business activities. The Spanish climate and lifestyle, together with the governments incentives to attract international investment, also contribute to making it a desirable country to start a company or operate a branch office.

16/06/2021

Taxes on Real Estate Transactions in Spain: What You Need to Know

Purchasing property in Spain has long been a desirable goal of many an expat or holidaymaker. Whether it is for enjoyment or investment, the fact that buying real estate is one of the main ways to obtain the famous Golden Visa - along with Spanish residency - means that its popularity is sure to grow. This is especially true among British citizens who can no longer benefit from free movement in the EU.

09/06/2021

Spanish Residency Post-Brexit: The Golden Visa for UK Citizens

The period immediately following the UK’s departure from the European Union has thrown up much confusion for British expats living in EU member states. Likewise, those who had been hoping to make the move but not managed it before Brexit have been left with uncertainty on whether or not the option is still on the table.

15/05/2021

A Guide to Non-Resident Company Formation in Spain

If you’re a business owner or an investor that wants to sell to Spanish consumers, but you do not wish to go through the formalities of setting up a company in Spain, then an option you have is to operate as a non-resident company. In this article, we’ll explore whether setting up as a non-resident company in Spain is the best choice for your business, and how to go about doing so.

11/05/2021

Understanding EUGO (Point of Single Contact) in Spain

If you’re operating as an entrepreneur in Spain or running your own business, then you need to know about the EUGO network and its points of single contact. In this article, we explain everything you need to know about this system for business owners in the European Union, and how you can benefit by using EUGO in Spain.

05/05/2021

Running an Ecommerce Store in Spain? Here’s What You Need to Know About MOSS (and OSS)

The VAT Mini One-Stop-Shop (MOSS) is a scheme created in 2015 to account for VAT on certain cross-border business-to-consumer (B2C) sales within the EU. This applies to sales of telecommunications, television & radio broadcasting, and digital services. Normally, these types of services would be taxed in the EU country where the customer is based

21/04/2021

Setting Up a Company in Spain vs Registering as a Freelancer: What's the Best Option?

A common consideration when starting a business in Spain is whether you should become self-employed or freelance (autónomo), or if you should start your own limited company (Sociedad Limitada or SL). Of course, there are advantages and disadvantages for each of these setups, and the right choice will depend on your individual situation.

17/04/2021

A Guide to Corporate Taxes in Spain

If a company has been incorporated under Spanish law and has its registered office in the country, then it is considered a resident in Spain for tax purposes and must pay Spanish taxes on all worldwide income. In this article, we’ll provide an overview of the main taxes to be aware of for companies in Spain.

25/03/2021

Company Formation in Spain: Which One is Right for Your Business?

When starting a company in Spain, you should first be aware of the types of business entities that exist. Since there are many different forms of company structures, it’s important to pick the model that suits your activity and expected income level. In this article, we’ll breakdown the 10 main company structures, to help you decide which one is right for you and your business in Spain.

19/03/2021

How to Relocate Your UK Company to Spain Post-Brexit

Following Brexit, the UK is now considered a third country and is no longer part of the European Single Market. For this reason, relocating your UK business to Spain is not as easy as it once was. In this article, we dive into some of these key changes to help you navigate the process of setting up your business in Spain.

09/03/2021

How to Apply for a Highly Skilled Professional Visa in Spain

If you originate from outside of the European Union, you will need a visa to live and work in Spain. A common type of visa, which was introduced as part of the 2013 Entrepreneurs Law, is a Highly Skilled Professional visa, which is also known as a Highly Qualified Professional visa. Keep reading to find out how to apply, including all the documents you’ll need.

21/02/2021

Registering as a Freelancer in Spain: A Complete Guide for Foreigners

Going freelance can feel daunting whichever country you live in. And when you’re relocating to Spain - or have recently moved here - it’s sometimes hard to know where to begin. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. There are currently around 3.2 million freelance workers in Spain. And if you fancy joining them, here’s what you need to do to become self-employed in Spain.

15/02/2021

How to Set Up a Company in Spain: The 2021 Guide

Setting up a company in Spain can seem complicated. But it doesn’t need to. In June 2019, an EU directive was adopted to make setting up a company in Spain more simple, less costly, and to help make the process fit for the digital age. In this article, we explain what you need to know to get started.