ES — Spain · European Market Entry

Spain company registration — a two-way gateway between Europe and Latin America.

End-to-end Spain SL registration, IVA tax compliance, NIF/CIF numbers and bank account setup for Chinese cross-border sellers and manufacturers. One entity that reaches both the EU single market and Spanish-speaking Latin America.

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20+ European countriesLicensed Spanish agentsGateway to Latin AmericaEnd-to-end in your language

Registry Brief

Legal formSL / SA

RegistryRegistro Mercantil

Min. capital€1 / €3,000

Timeline30–45 business days

Standard rates21% IVA · 25% corp. (15% first 2 yrs)

ProcessFully remote · multilingual

JWHELP · Spain Registry Brief● Remote-friendly

01 / Services

Choose the right structure

From company form to tax compliance, a clear path into Spain for businesses reaching both the EU and Latin American markets.

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SLLimited Liability Company

Spain’s most common company form: limited shareholder liability and flexible setup, ideal for cross-border sellers and SMEs entering the EU and Latin American markets.

Minimum capital from €1
Limited shareholder liability
Ideal for ecommerce / trade
Reaches EU & Latin America
Single-shareholder allowed

Key figurefrom €1Service fee tailored · free consultation for a quote

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SAPublic Limited Company

For larger companies needing outside investment or IPO plans — a higher capital requirement and a fuller governance structure.

Minimum capital €60,000
Suited to larger scale
Full governance structure
Easier to raise capital
High credibility

Key figure€60,000Service fee tailored · free consultation for a quote

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Tax ComplianceFull Package

Covers IVA registration, NIF/CIF numbers, OSS filing and EORI application — keeping your Spain and EU business fully compliant.

IVA registration
NIF / CIF number application
EU OSS unified filing
EORI operator number
Ongoing filing service

Key figureIVA 21%incl. filing service · free consultation for a quote

02 / Compare

SL vs. SA, choose precisely

Both are limited liability; the difference is capital threshold, governance complexity and the scale they suit. The table below helps you decide quickly.

Criteria	SL	SA	Best for
Minimum capital	from €1	€60,000	SL to start
Suited scale	SMEs / ecommerce	Larger / IPO	Most sellers choose SL
Governance complexity	Simple	More complex	SL if cost-sensitive
Raising capital	Moderate	Stronger	SA for investment
Timeline	30–45 business days	30–45 business days	—
Corporate tax	25% (15% first 2 yrs for new firms)	25%	New firms get the 2-yr break

03 / Process

Clear and transparent, every step

From name approval to tax-number application — five stages, each with clear deliverables.

Week 1

Consultation & name approval

We assess your needs, apply to the Central Commercial Registry for the company-name certificate (Certificación negativa), and confirm ownership and structure.

You providePassport scan / business description / proposed names / ownership split

Weeks 1–2

NIE / NIF & capital account

We obtain the NIE (foreigner ID number) for foreign shareholders/directors and open a temporary capital account at a Spanish bank to deposit the capital.

Key documentsNIE application / temporary capital account / proof of funds

Weeks 2–3

Notarized deed (Escritura)

We sign the deed of incorporation (Escritura de constitución) at a Spanish notary, which can be done remotely via power of attorney.

OutputDeed of incorporation / articles / notarized power of attorney

Weeks 3–6

Commercial registration (Registro Mercantil)

We file with the Commercial Registry; the company gains legal personality and obtains its tax ID (CIF).

OutputCommercial registration certificate / CIF number / copy of articles

After completion

IVA registration & ongoing compliance

We complete IVA registration, EORI and OSS, plus ongoing tax filing and agency services.

OngoingIVA number / EORI number / OSS registration / filing service

04 / European Tax Guide

Key tax concepts explained

The Spain and EU tax concepts cross-border sellers meet most often, condensed into quick-reference entries.

VAT

Spain IVA basics

Spain’s standard IVA rate is 21%, with reduced rates of 10% / 4% on some goods. Storing FBA inventory in Spain triggers registration.

Standard 21% · Reduced 10% / 4% · FBA storage requires registration

OSS Filing

EU OSS one-stop filing

Ecommerce sellers can file VAT for all EU countries through OSS in a single member state; above €10,000 in annual EU sales, you charge each destination country’s rate.

EU threshold €10,000/yr · Quarterly · One window

Corporate Tax

Spain corporate tax

The standard corporate tax rate is 25%. New companies can apply a reduced 15% rate in their first profitable year and the following year.

Standard 25% · 15% first 2 yrs for new firms

Beckham Law

Special regime for foreign talent

Qualifying foreign executives and professionals can use the "Beckham Law" (Régimen Beckham), taxing certain income at a lower flat rate for a set period.

Foreign-talent break · Flat rate · Time-limited

EORI Number

EU operator registration number

EORI is the unique identifier in the EU customs system, required for import/export clearance. A Spanish company can apply after tax registration; one number works across the entire EU.

Required for clearance · EU-wide · a few business days

LatAm Gateway

Reach to Spanish-speaking Latin America

Spain and Spanish-speaking Latin America share deep language, cultural and business ties. With a Spanish entity as your pivot, expanding into the 21 Latin American markets becomes much smoother.

EU + LatAm two-way gateway · Spanish-language network

05 / FAQ

Clear answers to key questions

RegistrationDo I need to travel to Spain to register an SL?
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Usually not. With a notarized power of attorney, we handle the deed signing and registration locally. You apply for the NIE and provide certified documents — about 30–45 business days in total.
FeesWhat is the total cost to register a Spanish company?
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The total depends on company form, capital and add-on services, and includes service fees plus notary and registration official fees. We quote transparently with no hidden costs — ask for a free consultation for a breakdown.
TaxDo I need an IVA number to sell on Amazon Spain?
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Yes. If you store FBA inventory in Spain, Spanish IVA registration is required regardless of sales volume. Amazon also requires a valid tax number or it restricts selling.
MarketWhy choose Spain as your expansion hub?
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Spain is both an EU single-market member and deeply connected to Spanish-speaking Latin America. A single Spanish entity reaches both the EU and the 21 Latin American markets — especially valuable for brand expansion and manufacturers.
BankingHow do I open a bank account after registering?
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Spanish banks have requirements for non-residents, usually needing an NIE, a business description and an in-person or video verification. We help connect you with local banks and can add digital accounts for daily operations.
TaxWhat tax breaks do new companies get?
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New companies can apply a 15% corporate tax rate in their first profitable year and the next; qualifying foreign talent can also use the Beckham Law. We help you use these breaks properly at the planning stage.

06 / Contact

Start your Spain journey

Free initial consultation
30 minutes to tailor your plan

Whether you’re considering Spain for the first time or already have a company that needs compliance work, our experts give clear, actionable advice.

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LanguageEnglish · Spanish · Chinese

Coverage20+ EU countries