Residence and Self-Employment: Your Business, Your Future in Spain
The Entrepreneur's Dream
You have a brilliant idea, experience in your sector, and the determination to start a business. Spain is a dynamic market full of opportunities for those with entrepreneurial vision. But immigration bureaucracy can seem like an insurmountable obstacle. It doesn't have to be.
"Entrepreneurship knows no borders. Your business talent deserves the opportunity to flourish in Spain, and we are here to make it happen."
Working as Self-Employed Legally
The Residence and Self-Employment Authorization is the permit you need to establish and develop your own economic activity in Spain as a freelancer or entrepreneur. Whether you want to open a business, offer professional services, or start a business project, this authorization allows you to do so with full legal rights and guarantees.
Your Business Plan is Our Priority
At Legal & Cloud, we understand that every business project is unique. We don't manage paperwork; we manage business dreams:
- Feasibility Assessment: We analyze your business plan and its legal and economic viability in the Spanish market.
- Strategic Documentation: We help you prepare all documentation demonstrating the soundness of your investment and its impact on employment.
- Licenses and Authorizations: We guide you in obtaining all licenses, permits, and professional association memberships required for your sector.
- Complete Processing: We submit your application and follow up until you obtain your authorization.
The Destination: Business Freedom
Imagine being your own boss in Spain, developing your project, generating employment, and building your assets with full legal backing. With your self-employment work authorization, the limit is set by you.
Procedure Information
📋 Requirements
- Not be a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland
- Not be in an irregular situation in Spanish territory
- Have no criminal record in Spain and in countries of residence for the last 5 years
- Not appear as inadmissible
- Not be within the period of commitment not to return
- Not represent a threat to public order, security, or public health
- Pay the corresponding fee
Project Requirements:
- Meet the requirements that legislation demands of nationals for the opening and operation of the activity
- Possess sufficient accredited professional qualification or experience
- Professional association membership when required (regulated professions)
- Prove that the planned investment is sufficient
- Prove impact on job creation (including self-employment)
📄 Required Documentation
General Documents:
- Official application form (EX-07)
- Complete copy of passport or travel document
- Criminal record certificate from countries of residence for the last 5 years
Authorizations and Licenses:
- Retail businesses and services (surface area ≤ 750m²):
- Declaration of responsibility or prior communication
- Proof of payment of the corresponding tax
- Other activities and professional services:
- List of required authorizations/licenses
- Status of procedures for their obtainment
- Certifications of application before agencies
Professional Qualification:
- Documentation proving professional capacity and qualification
- Homologation and/or recognition (regulated professions)
- Professional association membership (if applicable)
Sufficiency of Investment:
- Documentation proving sufficient planned investment
- Documentation on job creation (including self-employment)
Assessment Report (Optional): Can be proven through a report from:
- National Federation ATA
- UPTA (Union of Professionals and Self-Employed Workers)
- CIAE (Intersectoral Confederation of Self-Employed Workers)
- OPA (Organization of Professionals and Self-Employed Workers)
- UATAE (Union of Associations of Self-Employed Workers)
Important:
- Foreign documents translated by a sworn translator
- Foreign public documents legalized or apostilled
- Application from Consulate or electronically (Mercurio)
Fees:
- Form 790 code 052, section 2.1.3
- Form 790 code 062, section 3.3.1 (if duration ≥ 6 months)
Processing Time:
- Maximum 3 months from submission
- Administrative silence: rejection
Ready to Start Your Business?
If you are prepared to take the entrepreneurial leap in Spain, don't let bureaucracy stop you.
Start your legal project. Contact us and become self-employed with full guarantees.
Official Information: Ministry of Inclusion - Sheet 14