One of the regions in which investors can open a company in Spain is Zaragoza, which stands out as a diverse and competitive economy. Most of the economic activities carried out in Zaragoza are based on the services sector, which accounts for 59% of the entire economy of the region. Other relevant business sectors available in Zaragoza are the industry and construction sectors, as well as the agriculture and energy fields.
Our team of specialists in company formation in Spain can advise on the registration procedures imposed to a business incorporated in one of the above business sectors. Although the basic registration procedure is comprised of the same steps, differences may appear when requesting special business permits and licenses, which can vary depending on the company’s operations.
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Register a Spanish business form in Zaragoza
Foreign businessmen are entitled to register any of the business forms available under the Spanish legislation. Spain is a country which actively seeks to provide various incentives for certain economic activities that can attract foreign direct investments in this country. Our team of consultants in company formation in Spain can advise on the legislation on foreign investments.
When starting the procedure of company registration in Spain, the investors will be able to choose from one of the following business forms:
- private limited liability company;
- public limited liability company;
- general partnership;
- limited partnership;
- sole trader.
In practice, most of the businessmen prefer to register the private limited liability company, a business form that offers wide flexibility to its founders. The business form can be set up with a capital of a minimum of EUR 3,000 and the founders will be liable for the company’s debts in the amount of their personal contribution to the company’s capital. Also, this legal entity can be set up by a single shareholder.
We recommend the services offered by our accountants in Spain if you want to open a company in this country and comply with the accounting requirements. We are at your disposal with bookkeeping services, payroll, audits, debt monitoring, tax registration and advice, tax planning for firms, tax minimization options, and more. Any change brought to the legislation comes to our attention, thus being able to implement the necessary measures for the smooth functioning of your company.
Register a branch or a subsidiary in Spain
Foreign companies seeking to expand their business operations on the Spanish market may also perform activities in Zaragoza, Spain, through a branch office or a subsidiary. While the branch office is dependent on the parent company in terms of the company’s management and other associated matters, a subsidiary is seen as an independent structure, registered as a different legal entity.
Businessmen can contact our team of specialists for more details on the characteristics of the local business forms, as well as on the tax requirements and compliance with the Spanish authorities.