Last updated: August 28, 2024
There are two different processes that will allow you to legally work as a freelancer in Spain.
The first step of the registration is mandatory for anyone that starts freelancing in Spain and wants to generate (legal) invoices. This is completed via the Spanish Treasury (Hacienda) and it is free of charge. Please note that once you're registered, you'll be obligated to report taxes to the Spanish tax authorities (AEAT) even you have had no income or expenses in the quarter
Autónomo registration with Social Security is an additional step. This procedure is also free, but you'll need to start paying the monthly fee (otherwise known as “cuota de autónomos”).
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