Relocate Your Business to Spain (2025)

Full legal, tax, immigration and corporate advisory from a multidisciplinary team
Last updated: October 2025

2025 Snapshot: What matters this year

• Spain remains a top EU entry point for tech, services, and holding structures.
• Popular pathways (Startup Law permits, investor visas, highly qualified professional permits, digital-nomad routes) continue to be used in 2025, subject to standard eligibility and documentation.
• Administrative processes are increasingly digital-first in 2025, which can shorten timelines once documentation is complete.
• Regional incentive programs and sector licenses still vary by community; a tailored plan saves time and risk.

We are a team of Spanish-qualified lawyers helping international businesses relocate their operations, headquarters or holding structures to Spain. We provide a full-service relocation solution in English, covering company incorporation, tax optimisation, immigration, employment, compliance and ongoing legal support.

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Who this service is for

This service is designed for:

• Foreign companies moving operations or headquarters to Spain
• Businesses opening a subsidiary or branch in Spain
• Entrepreneurs relocating under Spain’s Startup Law or special tax regimes
• Investors transferring their holding structures
• Remote founders seeking an EU base with residency rights
• International teams relocating to Spain as part of expansion

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What our Spain relocation service includes

Our multidisciplinary legal team covers all required areas, including:

• Corporate law and company incorporation (SL, SA, branch, subsidiary)
• Cross-border and Spanish tax planning (Startup Law, Beckham Regime)
• Immigration and residency (investor visas, business visas, HQP, digital nomad)
• Employment law and local staffing compliance
• Social security registration and payroll compliance
• Regulatory licensing for sector-specific businesses
• Real estate due diligence and commercial lease support (optional)
• Long-term legal and tax advisory after relocation

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Why companies relocate to Spain

Many international businesses choose Spain for:

• EU market access and stable legal framework
• Competitive tax advantages and business incentives
• Strategic hubs: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga
• Talent availability and lower operational costs
• Attractive residency options for founders and employees
• High quality of life for international staff

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How we manage your relocation: our process

1. Legal and tax assessment of your current setup and relocation goals
2. Recommendation of the optimal entity type in Spain
3. Company incorporation and full registration with Spanish authorities
4. International and Spanish tax structuring
5. Residency and work permit procedures for owners and staff
6. Employment compliance and contract adaptation
7. Real estate guidance (optional)
8. Permanent legal and tax support in Spain

Pricing (2025)

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Our fees depend on the services contracted and the complexity of your project.
Company formation (SL): from €750 + VAT.
After an initial assessment, we provide a tailored scope and personalised quote proposal where possible.

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FAQ: Business relocation to Spain (2025)

Can we relocate our existing company or must we create a new one in Spain?
Both are possible. We assess whether full relocation, subsidiary creation or branch formation offers the best tax and legal outcome.

Which company structure is most commonly used by international businesses in Spain?
A Spanish Limited Liability Company (Sociedad Limitada / SL) is usually preferred for flexibility and minimal capital requirements.

Is Spanish residency still available in 2025 through business relocation?
Yes—via investor, business, highly qualified professional and digital-nomad categories, subject to eligibility.

Do directors need to be physically present in Spain to incorporate?
Often no. Many steps can be completed with a power of attorney; some banking and immigration steps may require presence.

How long does the process take in 2025?
Company setup typically 2–6 weeks. Immigration and licensing commonly add 1–3 months, depending on the permit and region.

Are there tax advantages in 2025?
Potential advantages include Startup Law incentives, expat tax regimes and regional programs. We confirm applicability case by case.

Can we relocate employees and their families under one plan?
Yes. We coordinate visas, work permits and dependent applications.

Do you help with offices or commercial space?
Yes. We handle due diligence and lease/purchase negotiations as needed.

Can we operate internationally while basing in Spain?
Yes. We structure a compliant cross-border framework for operations, contracting and tax.

Do you provide ongoing support after relocation?
Yes. Continuous corporate, tax, accounting and legal support to keep you compliant long-term.

Case Study (2025): US SaaS founder relocating under Startup Law

A US SaaS founder relocated to Spain for EU expansion and tax efficiency. We:

• Formed an SL aligned with cross-border operations
• Secured the Startup Law permit for the founder and HQP permits for two key hires
• Implemented a compliant international tax flow
• Set up accounting, payroll and compliance
  Result: Relocation completed within one quarter, EU access secured, and ongoing advisory in place.

Start your 2025 relocation strategy

Considering relocating your business to Spain or opening a Spanish base? We’ll assess your options and design a compliant, tax-efficient plan.

Book an initial consultation to map out your Spain relocation with legal certainty and clear next steps.