Below you can find the requirements to start a company whether you are European or not

• Be a legal resident in Spain

• The idea for the company has to have the ability to create jobs and be of economic interest for Spain

• Be of legal age

• Have no criminal record in the last five years

• Not to be listed as "rejectable" in Spain or in any country with which it has agreements

• Need to have health insurance in Spain

• Prove that you have sufficient resources for your food and accommodation, as well as having the necessary investment to start operatin

• Have the required training and experience for the project

• Comply with the current regulations of the necessary opening requirements, depending on the type of business

• The first thing is to open a bank account in Spain

• Have a report of interest of the entrepreneurial activity and a business plan. In addition to proving the interest of the project for the Spanish economy, it will be indicated whether the project is viable or not

• Submit the application form in official form (EX-07) in duplicate, duly completed and signed

• Register with the Treasury and register the company in the Mercantile Registry

• In cases where the business is a retail trade, and needs commercial area equal to or less than 300 square meters, the corresponding tax must be paid, as well as the declaration of responsibility

• In the rest of the activities it is mandatory to certify the licenses required for the development of the activity, indicating the necessary procedures and certifications

• Present a valid passport

• Pay residence and work fees. These will accrue at the time of admission to processing of the application, and must be paid within ten working days