Why Invest in Spain?
Spain is a strategic gateway to Europe, Latin America, and North Africa—offering a stable legal environment, strong infrastructure, and access to over 450 million EU consumers. Foreign investment is actively encouraged across multiple sectors, from real estate to tech and energy.
🚀 Key Benefits:
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Member of the EU and Eurozone
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Double taxation treaties with over 90 countries
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Liberalized foreign investment regime
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Access to EU funding and trade protections
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Qualified local workforce & developed infrastructure
🏗️ Most Attractive Sectors for Foreign Investment
🏘️ Real Estate & Hospitality
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Residential, tourism, and commercial projects
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Strong demand in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and coastal zones
🔋 Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
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Solar, wind, hydrogen, and green infrastructure
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Spain is an EU leader in clean energy
📲 Technology & Startups
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Government incentives and tax relief for innovation
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Thriving fintech and biotech ecosystems
🍷 Agriculture, Food & FMCG
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High-value export market (olive oil, wine, seafood)
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Investment opportunities in supply chains and logistics
🧑⚖️ Legal Framework for Foreign Investors
Spain’s foreign investment is governed by:
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Law 19/2003 (on capital movements and foreign investment)
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Royal Decree 664/1999
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Applicable EU regulations and directives
✅ No General Restrictions, Except:
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National defense, critical infrastructure, dual-use tech
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Investments exceeding €500,000 must be declared to the Directorate-General for International Trade and Investment
📌 EU/EEA investors enjoy free movement of capital
📌 Non-EU investors must comply with anti-money laundering (AML) and transparency obligations
🛠 Due Diligence & Regulatory Compliance
Before investing, foreign individuals and companies should:
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🔎 Conduct legal, financial, and tax due diligence
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📜 Review zoning, licenses, and ownership records (especially for real estate)
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🔐 Understand corporate structure & governance requirements
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🧾 Register investments with the Bank of Spain (when applicable)
Borderless Lawyers supports all phases of investment—from structuring to execution.
💰 Tax Implications for Foreign Investors
Spain offers competitive corporate and capital gains tax options depending on the structure:
| Tax Element | Rate / Rule |
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| Corporate Tax | 23% (general); 15% for new companies |
| Capital Gains | 19–28% depending on gain amount |
| Withholding Tax | 19–24% (reduced with tax treaties) |
| Wealth Tax | May apply to non-residents with Spanish assets |
| VAT (IVA) | 21% standard; lower for some sectors |
📌 Spain has Double Tax Treaties with most major economies, including the U.S., UK, UAE, India, and China.
🧑💼 How Borderless Lawyers Helps
We provide full legal support for:
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✅ Structuring and registering foreign investments
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✅ Company formation and real estate transactions
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✅ Due diligence and legal opinions
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✅ Cross-border tax strategy
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✅ Regulatory approvals and declarations
🌍 Real-World Example
Case: A Canadian private equity firm wanted to invest in a Spanish biotech startup. We structured the transaction, reviewed intellectual property ownership, ensured compliance with foreign investment disclosure rules, and advised on the tax-efficient repatriation of profits.