Company Creation SPAIN
BTOBExchange — Company Formation in Spain
Europe through Madrid.
Latin America through language.
A Spanish Sociedad Limitada places you at the crossroads of two worlds — access to the European single market and a natural bridge to 20 Latin American countries, 600 million consumers, one language, one shared business law.
Why Spain
The only jurisdiction that plays
both cards at once
Available structures
Which company in Spain
is right for you?
The Sociedad Limitada is the starting structure for 95% of foreign entrepreneurs in Spain — flexible, recognised across Europe and the Americas. BTOBExchange qualifies your project and points you to the exact structure.
The reference structure · Recognised worldwide
Sociedad Limitada (SL)
Ideal for : Entrepreneurs, consultants, e-commerce, agencies, startups, holdings and any international activity targeting Europe or Latin America.
- —Minimum capital of €3,000 (can be released progressively)
- —Minimum 1 shareholder (SL Unipersonal)
- —Liability limited to contributions
- —No residency required
- —25% CIT (15% with Startup Law)
- —EU intra-community VAT
- —Access to Stripe EU, Wise Business, Revolut Business
Single-shareholder company
SL Unipersonal
Ideal for : Individual entrepreneurs seeking a simplified structure with a single shareholder, with the same benefits as the standard SL.
- —1 single shareholder
- —Simplified management
- —Mandatory 'Unipersonal' designation
- —Same tax benefits as the SL
- —Scalable to a multi-shareholder SL
Branch of a foreign company
Sucursal
Ideal for : Foreign companies seeking an official presence in Spain without creating a standalone local entity.
- —Attached to the parent company
- —No separate minimum capital
- —Parent company accounts filing required
- —Ideal for testing the Spanish market
- —Scalable to a standalone SL
Methodology
From zero to operational Spanish SL
in 2 to 3 weeks
Pricing
Pack Spain Company
Every project is individually qualified. A BTOBExchange advisor specialising in Spain presents you with an offer tailored to your activity, tax residence and ambitions in the European and Latin American markets.
SL · Full Incorporation
Starter
Entrepreneurs seeking an operational Spanish SL with all required legal documents.
- —NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero)
- —Notarial deed of incorporation
- —CIF (Código de Identificación Fiscal)
- —Registro Mercantil registration
- —Drafted and certified articles
SL + EU VAT + Bank Account
Business
Operators who want to be active immediately with a Spanish IBAN, intra-community VAT and full access to Stripe and Wise.
- —Everything in Starter
- —Intra-community VAT number (VIES)
- —Wise Business / Revolut Business account
- —Stripe EU activation if applicable
- —Startup Law qualification if eligible
- —Full advisory support
Holdings, Beckham Law & Complex Structures
Enterprise
International holdings, multi-entity structures, Beckham Law optimisation or projects targeting Europe and Latin America simultaneously.
- —Everything in Business
- —Holding or multi-entity structure
- —Beckham Law qualification and file
- —Startup Law tax optimisation
- —Multi-jurisdiction advice EU / LATAM
- —Advanced banking support
* Notarial fees (~€300–500), Registro Mercantil fees and the €3,000 minimum capital are not included unless expressly stated.
Frequently asked questions
What you need to
know about the Spanish SL
The Spanish SL is one of the most versatile structures in Europe. Here are the 8 essential answers before you get started.
Do I need to live in Spain to create an SL?
No. There is no residency requirement to create or manage a Spanish Sociedad Limitada. You simply need to obtain a NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero), which BTOBExchange handles on your behalf by proxy. You can manage your SL from any country.
What is Spain's Startup Law and am I eligible?
The Startup Law (Ley 28/2022) offers a reduced corporate tax of 15% (instead of 25%) for innovative companies during their first two profitable years. It applies to companies less than 5 years old, unlisted, with turnover below €10M and an innovative or technological activity. BTOBExchange assesses your eligibility and prepares the certification dossier.
What is the Beckham Law?
The Beckham Law is a special tax regime for people who relocate to Spain after being non-residents for 5 years. It allows a flat 24% tax on Spanish-source income (up to €600,000) instead of the ordinary progressive scale (up to 47%). This regime is valid for 6 years. It is particularly advantageous for entrepreneurs who wish to physically relocate to Spain.
What is the minimum capital for a Spanish SL?
The minimum legal capital for an SL is €3,000. Since 2023, it is possible to release this capital progressively over the first few years (SL de formación sucesiva), under conditions. BTOBExchange advises on the optimal capital structure for your project.
Does the Spanish SL give me access to the European market?
Yes. A Spanish SL is a full European Union company. You obtain an intra-EU VAT number (valid in all 27 member states), a SEPA IBAN, and the ability to invoice B2B VAT-free across Europe. Your European partners and clients deal with a recognised EU company.
Can I open a Spanish bank account without travelling?
Yes. Wise Business, Revolut Business and several Spanish banks allow you to open a professional account entirely remotely with your CIF and certified articles. These accounts include a Spanish IBAN, a Visa business card and access to SEPA and SWIFT transfers.
Why Spain rather than France or Portugal for targeting Latin America?
France has no linguistic connection with Latin America. Portugal has ties with Brazil but not with the other 19 Spanish-speaking countries. Spain is the only EU jurisdiction that combines European credibility AND natural affinity with the 20 Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America — same language, same business culture, same legal origins.
How long does it take to create an SL in Spain?
The full process typically takes 2 to 3 weeks: NIE and provisional CIF in 48–72h, notarial deed within one week, registration at the Registre Mercantil in 5–10 business days. Obtaining the intra-EU VAT number can take an additional 2–4 weeks depending on the Agencia Tributaria's processing times.
