1. We define the project
We organize activity, clients, investment, expected income, and sector requirements.
Self-employment in Spain
Self-employment residence authorization in Spain
We review the initial self-employment authorization for people planning an economic activity in Spain, organize the plan, evidence resources, and prepare the application.
Assessment and full service by quote · we review the project, resources, qualifications, and documents before preparing the file.
When this service can help
- When you plan to open or develop a professional or business activity in Spain without initially fitting an employee route.
- When you need to know what the project should contain, how to evidence investment, and which personal documents to prepare.
- When you are unsure between self-employment, entrepreneur, PAC, or another international mobility route.
- When you already have a plan or business and want to identify weak points before going to the consulate.
What the full service may include
- Review of the project, activity, investment, financial resources, and professional qualifications.
- Analysis of personal documents and available financial or professional evidence.
- Checklist for the business plan, sector permits, licenses, and foreign documents where relevant.
- Preparation and case management according to the applicable procedure when included in the service.
- Monitoring requests and coordinating the consular or later registration phase within scope.
How we organize your application
2. We review documentary fit
We check qualifications, resources, certificates, and documents requiring formalities.
3. We prepare the file
We turn the project and evidence into a coherent application.
4. We support the process
We monitor filing, requests, and agreed later steps.
Common cases we can manage
Independent professional
A service activity or profession requiring organized resources, clients, and qualifications.
Small business
A business project with investment and documents requiring consistent presentation.
Regulated activity
Cases where licenses, professional registration, or qualification recognition may be dependencies.
Comparison with another route
Projects that may fit better under entrepreneurship or international mobility.
These are common examples, not an exhaustive list. We review the details of your case to confirm whether this service is suitable and what scope it would require.
Scope, quote, and next steps
- The initial authorization requires review of the project and personal situation; stating an intention to be self-employed is not enough.
- The plan, investment, qualifications, licenses, and resources must be evidenced for the specific activity.
- The quote excludes fees, translations, legalizations, licenses, technical reports, and third-party costs unless expressly agreed.
- The competent authority decides and may request more information. We do not guarantee authorization, business profitability, or timing.
- The initial appointment costs €35. If you later contract the full service, that amount is deducted from the service quote.
Have a project and want to know which route fits?
We review activity, resources, qualifications, and alternatives before turning your project into a residence application.
Frequently asked questions about the service
What must I prove for self-employment?
The project, investment or resources, qualifications, activity, licenses, and personal documents must be reviewed. There is no single list for every business.
Do I need a business plan?
The project and its documents are central to the review. Structure and depth depend on the activity, investment, and applicable requirements.
Can I apply from outside Spain?
The initial authorization is often coordinated with a consular phase, but the exact sequence depends on the situation and route. We explain how it fits within the service.
Is self-employment the same as entrepreneur?
Not necessarily. They are routes with different requirements and authorities. We compare them when the project has an innovative or economic-interest component.
Can I change from studies or residence?
A change or another route may be available, depending on your current authorization and activity. We review that before preparing an initial application.
Does the first appointment include the full business plan?
No. The appointment assesses the route and scope. Full project drafting and review are quoted according to the activity and work required.
Can the service and support be handled online?
Document review, preparation, and coordination can be handled online. If the procedure requires personal attendance or action, we explain how it fits within the contracted service.
Useful links to prepare your case better
International mobility
For comparing self-employment with entrepreneurship, PAC, or other routes.
Hiring foreign workers
If the project also needs to hire international talent.
General residence advisory
For reviewing a change or alternative residence route.
Self-employment guide
Information about projects and self-employment residence.
Official sources for verification
We verify procedural information against primary sources. Always check the current official information before filing.