Register as Autónomo in
Spain
Working for yourself in Spain means registering as autónomo with both the Agencia Tributaria and the Seguridad Social.
Get your papers sorted online, faster and stress-free!
Must have
To register a Autónomo, you need to have a NIE number. If you are already have a NIE number, you can skip the prerequisite module.
NIE Number
EU CitizenMoving to Spain starts with one essential document: your NIE number. Without it, you cannot sign a purchase contract, apply for a health card, or set up utilities. The process...
Digital Certificate
EU Citizen Non-EU CitizenBefore you can submit any official form or application online in Spain, you need a Certificado Digital your official digital identity certificate. It acts as your legally reco...
The process involves multiple agencies
Working for yourself in Spain means registering as autónomo with both the Agencia Tributaria and the Seguridad Social. It sounds straightforward, but the process involves multiple agencies, several tax forms, and decisions that affect what you pay every month. Getting the setup wrong from the start leads to backdated fines and complications that are hard to undo.
This module walks you through every step
This module walks you through every step: from your initial registration with Hacienda using Modelo 036, to enrolling in the RETA and selecting your contribution base, to understanding your quarterly obligations. Whether you're a freelancer, a digital nomad, or running your own business, this guide covers what you need to do and in what order.
What do you get?
Each module gives you everything you need to complete the process correctly, first time. No law degree required, no prior knowledge of Spanish bureaucracy assumed just clear, practical guidance from start to finish.
Necessary formsWe provide the correct PDFs and direct links to the official government download pages so you're always working from the right form. |
Step-by-step form guideEvery form is walked through field by field, so you know exactly what to enter and why. |
Form translationsAll forms are fully translated. Follow our translations as you complete the official Spanish documents, no guessing, no Google Translate. |
Appointment booking guideThe module takes you to the exact website, walks you through every step and selection, and makes sure you book the right appointment at the right office. |
Print-and-go checklistA clear, easy-to-follow checklist so you arrive at your appointment with every document, originals, copies, and all. |
Register as Autónomo in Spain
Get the paperwork out of the way so you can return to the tapas, sunshine, and siestas.
Don't wait, start today.