Open a Jewelry Business in Spain: Legal Guide for Foreign Entrepreneurs

Why Start a Jewelry Business in Spain?

Spain’s fashion-forward culture and strong retail economy make it a promising market for high-quality jewelry businesses. From handcrafted artisan brands to luxury boutiques, there’s growing demand for fine jewelry, gemstones, and bespoke design.

✅ Strong tourism retail sector
✅ International exposure via trade fairs (e.g., MadridJoya)
✅ Government support for creative industries


🏢 Choose a Legal Structure

To start your jewelry business in Spain, you’ll first need to establish a legal entity:

  • SL (Sociedad Limitada) – most common for SMEs

  • SA (Sociedad Anónima) – better for investor-backed ventures

  • Autónomo – suitable for solo designers or artisans

📌 We help you register your company with the Registro Mercantil and get a Spanish NIF (Tax ID).


💎 Jewelry Licensing & Hallmarking

Spain regulates precious metal and gemstone sales to protect consumers:

  • 📜 Registration with the Spanish Assay Office (Casa de la Moneda)

  • 💠 Hallmarking requirements for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium

  • 🔍 Periodic inspections and compliance with EU jewelry safety standards

  • 📦 Product labeling rules, including karat, material, and country of origin

⚖️ Non-compliance can lead to product seizures or fines.


📄 Opening a Jewelry Store

If operating a physical retail shop, you’ll need:

  • 🏢 Opening License (Licencia de Apertura) from your local municipality

  • 🔐 Security systems for storing high-value inventory

  • 📉 Insurance covering theft, damage, and liability

  • 🛍️ Point of Sale systems and consumer rights compliance (returns, warranty)

📌 Spain has strict retail rules under Ley de Ordenación del Comercio Minorista.


🌐 Selling Jewelry Online

E-commerce jewelry shops must comply with:

  • 🖥️ Data protection laws (GDPR compliance)

  • 📦 Transparent shipping and return policies

  • 💳 Secure online payment systems and invoices

  • 📝 E-commerce registration for VAT and digital services

📈 Selling to EU consumers? You may need OSS VAT registration.


🧾 Taxation & Accounting

  • Corporate Income Tax: 25%

  • VAT (IVA): 21% on most jewelry sales

  • Import Duties on raw materials or finished goods

  • Inventory management and periodic tax declarations

💼 We provide full fiscal representation and accounting services for foreign owners.


👨‍👩‍👧 Hiring Staff

You may need sales assistants, security staff, or artisans. Legal obligations include:

  • Employment contracts (permanent or temporary)

  • Social security registration

  • Adherence to collective bargaining agreements (if applicable)

  • Compliance with labor laws on working hours, overtime, and holidays

👗 Bilingual staff are highly recommended in tourist zones.


🌍 Foreign Investor Support

At Borderless Lawyers, we support international entrepreneurs to:

  • 🧾 Register your business and trademark

  • 💎 Obtain jewelry-specific licenses

  • 🧑‍⚖️ Draft contracts with suppliers and customers

  • 💳 Set up e-commerce platforms legally

  • 🧮 Handle bookkeeping, VAT, and reporting

🗣️ Services available in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Russian.


💬 Real-World Example

Case: A Colombian designer launched a boutique in Barcelona featuring handcrafted emerald jewelry. We assisted with SL formation, gemstone importation licensing, shop lease negotiation, and e-commerce compliance.


🚀 Start Your Jewelry Business in Spain with Legal Confidence

Whether you’re opening a flagship store in Madrid or launching a luxury brand online, Borderless Lawyers offers the legal, regulatory, and fiscal support you need to succeed in Spain’s competitive jewelry market.

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