Registering as self-employed in Spain as a foreigner: 2026 guide
Any foreigner can register as self-employed (autónomo) in Spain, but the order matters: first the NIE, then the digital certificate, then the tax registration (form 036 or 037) and finally the social security registration (RETA), which must be filed before you start trading. Non-EU nationals also need a residence and self-employment work permit. Requirements by…
