🇪🇸 Why Start a Business in Alicante?
Alicante is one of Spain’s most attractive cities for foreign entrepreneurs due to:
✅ Low cost of living and office space
✅ Strong expat community and lifestyle
✅ Growing tech and tourism sectors
✅ International airport with European connections
✅ Popular for digital nomads and EU retirees
Whether you’re setting up an SL company or working as a freelancer (autónomo), Alicante offers business-friendly conditions — and we help you do it legally and remotely.
🏢 Business Structures in Alicante
| Structure | Best For | Requires NIE? |
|---|---|---|
| SL Company (Sociedad Limitada) | Startups, agencies, remote teams | ✅ Yes |
| Freelancer (Autónomo) | Solo consultants, online professionals | ✅ Yes |
| Branch/Subsidiary | Foreign companies expanding to Spain | ✅ Yes |
We assist you in choosing the right legal form based on your goals.
🧾 Steps to Open an SL Company in Alicante
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Get a NIE (Foreigner ID number)
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Reserve a company name at the Central Mercantile Registry
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Open a business bank account and deposit €3,000
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Draft bylaws and statutes (Escritura de Constitución)
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Sign before an Alicante notary (or by POA)
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Obtain CIF (company tax ID) from AEAT
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Register for taxes and social security
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Register with the Mercantile Registry of Alicante
📌 You can complete all steps remotely using Power of Attorney.
👨💻 How to Become a Freelancer (Autónomo) in Alicante
The fastest way to start if you’re a solo professional:
✅ Get your NIE
✅ Register with the Spanish Tax Agency (Modelo 036 or 037)
✅ Choose IRPF tax regime (direct estimation is standard)
✅ Register with Social Security (RETA)
✅ Start invoicing and declaring VAT if applicable
📅 Setup can be completed in 1–3 business days.
🏠 Registered Business Address in Alicante
All businesses must have a fiscal address in Spain. You can use:
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Your residential address (if legally allowed)
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A rented office or coworking space
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A virtual office in Alicante for mail and compliance
💼 We provide compliant registered address solutions for foreign entrepreneurs.
🌐 Can I Start My Business in Alicante Remotely?
Yes — using Power of Attorney, we can handle:
✅ NIE application
✅ Bank account opening
✅ Notary appointment
✅ Company registration
✅ Tax and social security setup
Ideal for non-residents who want to start without traveling to Spain.
💡 Popular Businesses Foreigners Launch in Alicante
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Real estate agencies and short-term rental platforms
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Online consulting and IT services
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Import/export and e-commerce
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Language academies and tutoring
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Tourism-related businesses (bike rentals, boat tours)
❌ Common Mistakes When Starting a Business in Alicante
⛔ Skipping tax registration (Modelo 036/037)
⛔ Not registering with Social Security if operating as autónomo
⛔ Choosing the wrong legal form
⛔ Using a non-compliant business address
⛔ Forgetting to declare the business start date to AEAT
🧑💼 Our Business Setup Services in Alicante
Borderless Lawyers offers:
✅ SL company formation with POA
✅ Freelancer registration & NIE setup
✅ Bilingual bylaws and notary coordination
✅ Virtual office & registered address
✅ AEAT and Social Security registration
✅ Ongoing tax, legal & payroll support
📞 Ready to Start a Business in Alicante?
We handle every step — in English — whether you’re on the ground or setting up from abroad.
👉 Contact us to legally start your business in Alicante.