Setting Up a Company in Spain

Setting up an operational company in Spain (most commonly a Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada or S.L.) opens access to the broader EU single market.

Step 1: Certificate of Company Name

Requesting the negative name certificate from the Central Mercantile Register.

Step 2: NIE & Tax Identification

Foreign shareholders and directors must obtain a Spanish NIE prior to incorporation.

Step 3: Notarial Deed & Registration

Signing the deed of incorporation before a Spanish Notary and registering with the Commercial Registry.