🇪🇸 Why Start a Business in Valencia?
Valencia is one of Spain’s fastest-growing cities for startups, tech, tourism, and digital services. It combines affordability, infrastructure, and Mediterranean quality of life — making it ideal for foreign entrepreneurs.
✅ Ranked top 3 Spanish cities for startups
✅ Home to Lanzadera and Valencian Innovation Hub
✅ Lower cost of living than Barcelona or Madrid
✅ Large expat community & skilled workforce
✅ Excellent international connectivity via Valencia Airport
🏢 Best Company Structures for Foreigners
| Business Type | Ideal For |
|---|---|
| SL (Sociedad Limitada) | Most common; limited liability & tax efficiency |
| Autónomo | Freelancers or sole proprietors |
| SA (Sociedad Anónima) | Larger companies or outside investment |
| Branch/Subsidiary | Expansion of foreign companies |
💡 SL is the top choice for small to mid-sized foreign-owned companies due to flexibility, limited liability, and investor-friendly setup.
📝 Step-by-Step: Registering a Company in Valencia
1. Obtain a NIE (Foreigner ID Number)
Essential for shareholders, directors, and legal representatives. We help you get your NIE quickly in Valencia.
2. Reserve Company Name
Apply through the Registro Mercantil Central for a name certificate.
3. Open a Spanish Business Bank Account
Deposit €3,000 minimum share capital (for SL) and obtain the bank certificate.
4. Sign Notary Deed of Incorporation
With drafted bylaws. Can be done by you or via Power of Attorney.
5. Register at Valencia Mercantile Registry
This completes the incorporation process officially.
6. Get a NIF (Company Tax ID)
Request your tax number at Agencia Tributaria.
💡 We handle this entire process remotely or in person, including bilingual documentation and official filings.
🧾 Business Taxes in Valencia
| Tax Type | Rate or Rule |
|---|---|
| Corporate Tax (SL) | 25% (15% for first 2 years of activity) |
| VAT (IVA) | 21% standard (10% or 4% in some industries) |
| Freelancer IRPF | Up to 47%, but deductible expenses allowed |
| Withholding (IRPF) | 15% on professional invoices |
We register you with Agencia Tributaria and Social Security and offer full tax and accounting services.
🧑💼 Employment & Payroll in Valencia
To hire local staff:
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Register as an employer with Tesorería de la Seguridad Social
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Set up employment contracts under Spanish labor law
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Calculate employer contributions (~30%)
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Comply with Spanish payroll and reporting standards
💡 We handle hiring formalities, labor contracts, and payroll setup.
📍 Business Address Options in Valencia
A registered address is required to start a company.
Common options:
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Office lease (El Carmen, Ruzafa, City of Arts & Sciences)
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Coworking or virtual office
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Home registration (only for autónomos, and zoning must allow it)
💡 We help verify lease legality, zoning, and register your office properly.
🛂 Can Starting a Business Help with Spanish Residency?
Yes — starting a business in Valencia can support your residency via:
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Self-employment visa
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Entrepreneur Visa (for tech/innovation startups)
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Digital Nomad Visa (if income is foreign-sourced)
💡 Our team provides immigration and business setup packages tailored to your situation.
🚀 Top Business Sectors in Valencia
✔️ Tech & Digital Startups
✔️ Tourism & Eco-Travel Agencies
✔️ Online Services & E-commerce
✔️ Food & Beverage (cafés, delivery kitchens)
✔️ Import/Export via Valencia Port
⚖️ Legal Support for Business in Valencia
We provide:
✅ Company formation (SL, autónomo, SA)
✅ NIE, NIF, and tax registration
✅ Bylaws, notarial setup, and POA
✅ Accounting, payroll, and tax filing
✅ Immigration support for business founders
✅ Contract and compliance audits
📞 Ready to Start a Business in Valencia?
Let our expert legal team guide you from concept to launch — with everything handled in English, remotely or locally.
👉 Contact us now to start your company in Valencia with full legal clarity.