Who Is Autónomo For?
Being autónomo (self-employed) in Spain works great for many different types of professionals. Here's who we help every day.
Remote Workers
Working for a foreign company while living in Spain? You likely need to register as autónomo to work legally and pay Spanish taxes.
- Work legally in Spain
- Access Spanish healthcare
- Build Spanish pension rights
Freelance Creatives
Designers, writers, photographers, and artists who work with multiple clients need a simple way to invoice and manage Spanish taxes.
- Invoice clients professionally
- Deduct equipment & software
- Manage multiple income streams
Consultants & Coaches
Business consultants, coaches, and advisors selling expertise on a project or retainer basis.
- Professional invoicing setup
- Travel & home office deductions
- Quarterly tax management
E-commerce & Content
Selling products online, running a blog, or monetizing content from Spain? You need proper tax registration.
- Proper VAT handling
- Digital product sales support
- Multi-platform income tracking
Digital Nomads
Choosing Spain as your tax base while working remotely? Autónomo gives you a legal framework with flexibility.
- Legal tax residency
- Spanish bank accounts
- EU business credibility
Service Providers
Tutors, translators, personal trainers, and other professionals offering services directly to clients.
- Accept payments legally
- Build professional reputation
- Scale your business
What You Need to Get Started
Don't worry - we help with all of these
NIE Number
Spanish foreigner ID number. We can help you get one if needed.
Spanish Address
A registered address in Spain (rental property works fine).
Spanish Bank Account
For Social Security direct debit. We recommend banks.
Digital Certificate
Required for online tax filing. We help you get this.
When Autónomo Might Not Be Right
Employed by a Spanish Company
If you're a regular employee of a Spanish company, they handle your taxes. No autónomo needed.
High Earners (€50k+)
Earning over €50k? A limited company (SL) might offer tax advantages. We can advise.
Short-term Stays
Staying less than 183 days? You might not be Spanish tax resident. Check your situation first.
Not Sure If It's Right For You?
Book a free consultation and we'll help you understand your options.
Important Notice
Hola Gestoria is a private administrative service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any Spanish government authority. We provide general support with paperwork and administrative processes. We are not a regulated gestoría administrativa, not a law firm, and do not provide legal advice or legal representation. All information is for general guidance only. If you require legal advice or formal legal representation, please consult a qualified lawyer in Spain.