For many self-employed foreigners in Spain, setting up their own business from home is the easiest and cheapest option. But what does Spanish law say about receiving customers if you live in a shared building, or even if you live in a separate house?
If you’re an autónomo in Spain who is expecting a new baby, you may be wondering whether you can afford to take your full paternity and maternity leave off and what the rules are for returning to work early, or not taking any leave at all.
Have you been considering opening a boutique or a grocery store in Spain? A new report from the European Commission shows that Spain remains one of the EU countries where retail businesses face the most difficulties.
If you rent your property out to tourists in Spain, is it necessary to register as 'autónomo'? Does how much you earn or how often you let it out to holidaymakers make a difference? Here's what you need to know.
Did you know that self-employed workers in Spain can deregister from the system up to three times a year and avoid paying the social security fee for that period? It's tricky but worth it, especially if you're going through a rough financial patch.
‘Autónomo’ fees in Spain are notoriously high but there are a number of expenses that self-employed workers can deduct in order to cut costs on their quarterly tax returns.
Ever wondered who has the highest tax burden in Spain? We find out if you ultimately pay more as a salaried employee, a self-employed worker, an investor or a landlord.
Thinking of setting up a tourism business in Spain? Barcelona-based travel journalist Esme Fox gives us the lowdown on which enterprises can be successful in Spain, as well as adding value to the tourism industry rather than contributing to overtourism.
There have been lots of rumours in recent weeks regarding new rules on VAT payments for Spain's self-employed. Is it true that 'autónomos' no longer need to charge and declare VAT if they earn below a certain amount?
If you're newly self-employed in Spain, you'll have to get your head around the rules and forms to fill out, but also all the new Spanish work vocabulary. Here are some key words you need to know as an 'aútonomo/a' in Spain.
If you're a self-employed worker or a business owner in Spain, you'll have to start preparing for the introduction of a new mandatory invoicing software next year. Here are some key questions answered about how the new billing system works.
The latest data shows a record number of claims by self-employed workers in Spain who deemed they'd been taxed too much or unfairly fined. A surprisingly high amount of appeals are now being won by 'autónomos'.
If you're self-employed in Spain or considering becoming 'autónomo' in 2026, there are several important changes to be aware of, from a potential increase in social security fees to the way the Spanish taxman monitors your payments.
Spain’s Tax Agency has confirmed that from January 1st 2026, it will make several reforms to how it monitors bank transfers. Read on to find out what this could mean for you.
If you're thinking of becoming self-employed in Spain or you're moving over on the digital nomad visa and have to sign up as 'autónomo', there are many factors you should be aware of first, writes Barcelona-based freelance journalist Esme Fox.
Following the Spanish government's controversial proposal to increase social security payments for all self-employed in 2026, authorities have now backtracked, stating that fees for lower earners will remain the same.
Are you an autónomo in Spain who can't get their head around the social security system? Want to find out if you can pay less in fees and which contribution base you should choose? Here's what to know about the system and how to 'cotizar' in Spain.
Franchises are seen as a good option for people who want to start their own business but need guidance from those who've made it work successfully. Here's a breakdown of the types of 'franquicias' in Spain, the money needed to invest and the paperwork.
Are you considering opening an English or multilingual language academy in Spain? From the Spanish bureaucracy to how much money you'll need to invest initially, here's everything you need to consider before embarking on this venture.
Virtually all of Spain's new self-employed workers (96.5%) in the last four years are foreigners. Where are they setting up shop, what jobs are they doing and what's the reason behind this trend?
If you own a business in Spain and you're self-employed, there are many tax and payment rules and regulations you have to get your head around. Now there is a new one regarding getting paid legally through the popular Bizum app.
Within the next month or two many autónomos in Spain will receive notifications asking them to pay extra social security that they owe. Here's what you need to know, from the reasons why to how you should pay.
If you plan on working for yourself or setting up a small business in Spain, you'll need to register in the 'autónomo' system. Here's our step-by-step guide on how to do this, from the forms to fill in to the government bodies you must contact.
Many self-employed in Spain worry about tax bills and social security contributions, but few know that there's a way to save on taxes that involves working with your spouse or another family member.
