Do you need an entity?
Not always — but hiring, contracting and physical presence quickly change the answer.
Corporate
International business in Spain
Market entry decisions are legal decisions. Selling into Spain, hiring in Spain and establishing in Spain sit on a spectrum with different consequences at each point.
Who this is for
- Foreign companies entering Spain
- Groups hiring their first Spanish employee
- Cross-border service providers
Permanent establishment risk
Operating without an entity can still create taxable presence. We flag it and involve a tax specialist.
Employment entry points
Direct hire, employer of record or contractor each carry different exposure in Spain.
Get legal guidance on your case.
A confidential consultation with a Spanish-qualified, English-speaking lawyer — in person in Madrid or by video.
Frequently asked questions
- Can we hire in Spain without a company?
- There are routes, but each has compliance and misclassification risk. We set out the options with their exposure rather than recommending the cheapest.