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Legal Services and Protection in Spain

Legal Protection for Businesses in Spain

Spain offers foreign entrepreneurs access to the European market and a favourable environment for business expansion, while its complex tax system and local regulatory requirements make professional legal support essential.

COREDO supports foreign companies in the Spanish market — from choosing the legal structure and registering an SL company to ongoing CNMV compliance and representation before public authorities. We work remotely with clients worldwide.

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Cost of the sevices
from 500 EUR

Business Environment in Spain

Taxation

In Spain, the standard corporate tax rate is 25%, reduced to 23% for small companies and 15% for newly established companies during their first profitable years. VAT (IVA) is 21%, with reduced rates of 10% and 4%. Employer social contributions amount to approximately 29.9% of salaries.

Licensing

The financial sector is regulated by the CNMV. Most business activities require a municipal licence (licencia de apertura y actividad). Financial companies must appoint a local representative. Foreign investors may own 100% of a Spanish company, except in certain strategic sectors.

Reporting and Compliance

Annual financial statements must be filed with the Registro Mercantil each year, including for inactive companies. Most reports are submitted online using a digital signature. Tax documents must be retained for at least 4 years.

Our Services for Businesses in Spain

COREDO provides comprehensive legal services for companies operating in Spain:

Company registration and legal form selection

SL (Sociedad Limitada), SA, Branch; notarial support and registration in the Registro Mercantil

Drafting and review of legal documentation

SL articles of association, commercial contracts, NDA, GDPR and AML/CFT policies

Contract legal review

review of contracts under Spanish law, identification and mitigation of legal risks

Transaction and negotiation support

M&A, investment agreements, cross-border transactions

Representation before authorities

interaction with CNMV, Agencia Tributaria, Registro Mercantil; support during inspections

Tax and regulatory advisory

CIT rate optimisation, VAT, transfer pricing, analysis of double taxation treaties

Support for regulated entities

CNMV compliance, preparation of documents for financial services licensing

Legislative monitoring

tracking of tax reforms, CNMV updates, and EU regulations

Who Turns to Us

Legal protection services in Spain are in demand among:

Entrepreneurs from CIS countries starting a business or relocating to Spain

Foreign companies establishing an SL or Spanish branch to operate in the EU market

Non-residents with assets and operations in Spain who require compliance support

Regulated entities — investment and financial organisations interacting with the CNMV

Startups and technology companies taking advantage of the preferential 15% CIT rate

Companies under regulatory pressure — during CNMV inspections, Agencia Tributaria enquiries, or litigation

How We Work

Initial consultation

we analyse the client’s legal situation: jurisdiction, type of activity, licensing status, and risks in Spain.

01

Legal audit

we assess compliance with Spanish legislation, tax obligations, and CNMV standards.

02

Strategy development

we determine the optimal format of support and analyse applicable tax benefits.

03

Legal support

preparation and review of documents, interaction with CNMV and other authorities, contract structuring.

04

Ongoing support and monitoring

regular monitoring of changes in Spanish legislation and EU regulations, with clients informed of required adaptations.

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Timelines

Legal Opinion:

approximately 1 week — standard turnaround

One-off consultation (up to 5 hours):

1–2 business days

Legal Outsourcing start:

3–5 business days from agreement of terms

Contractual documentation:

5–10 business days depending on complexity

Pricing

Service	Cost
Legal Opinion	from EUR 500
Legal Outsourcing — 5 hours	EUR 550
Legal Outsourcing — 10 hours	EUR 1,000
Legal Outsourcing — 20 hours	EUR 1,800
Legal Outsourcing — 40 hours	EUR 3,200
Legal Outsourcing — 80 hours	EUR 5,600
Legal Outsourcing — 160 hours	EUR 9,600
One-off consultation Basic (up to 5 h)	EUR 130/hour
One-off consultation Standard (from 20 h)	EUR 100/hour
One-off consultation Premium (from 80 h)	EUR 80/hour

Cost depends on the complexity of the task and scope of work. Submit an enquiry for an individual estimate.

Our Experts

Pavel Kos

Head of Legal. With COREDO since June 2017. Has led the legal team since 2020. Specialises in licensing, corporate law, and transaction support across European jurisdictions.

Basang Ungunov

Lawyer. With COREDO since June 2022. LLM in civil law. Specialises in drafting legal opinions and legal review of contractual documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does legal protection for businesses in Spain include?

COREDO provides SL and other company form registration, drafting and review of contracts under Spanish law, tax advisory covering Spain’s three-tier system, CNMV compliance for regulated organisations, and representation before Spanish authorities.

Is personal presence in Spain required?

Typically, no. SL registration and most legal procedures can be carried out remotely with a notarised power of attorney. Physical presence may be required for certain notarial actions.

How much does legal support in Spain cost?

Legal Opinion from EUR 500, with a turnaround of approximately 1 week. Legal outsourcing packages: from EUR 550 (5 hours) to EUR 9,600 (160 hours). One-off consultations: EUR 80–130/hour.

How quickly can COREDO begin work?

Legal Outsourcing starts within 3–5 business days. Legal Opinion is prepared in approximately 1 week. One-off consultations — 1–2 business days.

Can COREDO represent a company before the CNMV?

Yes. COREDO manages interaction with the CNMV: preparing documents, responding to regulatory enquiries, and providing support during inspections of regulated financial organisations.

Does COREDO work with regulated financial companies in Spain?

Yes. COREDO provides legal support for EMI, PSP, and other financial organisations: CNMV compliance, preparation of licensing documentation, and ongoing legal support.

Legal Support for Your Business in Spain

Contact us — our experts are ready to help. Leave a request and we will get back to you within 1 business day.

Phone: +420 228 886 867 Email: info@coredo.eu Office: K Cervenemu dvoru 3269/25a, Prague, 130 00, Czech Republic