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Webinar | How to Incorporate a Company in Spain: From Strategy to Execution and Common Pitfalls
Join Adlanter’s free webinar on 30 September at 4:00 p.m. (CEST) to learn how to incorporate a company in Spain, avoid common pitfalls and ensure your new business is ready to operate from day one.
07/09/2026
Europe accelerates its artificial intelligence strategy: key takeaways from the new AI and Cybersecurity Action Plan
En este post comentamos el nuevo Plan de Acción sobre Ciberseguridad e Inteligencia Artificial presentado por la Comisión Europea y por qué representa un cambio de enfoque en la estrategia europea sobre inteligencia artificial.
29/07/2026
6 Questions and Answers About International Payroll
We answer the most common questions about employment contracts, Social Security contributions, taxation and the international assignment of employees, updated for 2026.
29/07/2026
Heatwave in Spain: what businesses need to know
In this article, we examine employers’ obligations during periods of extreme heat, when working conditions must be adapted, and the legal risks of failing to protect employees.
29/07/2026
Financial sector digitalisation: key aspects of the new bill and how to prepare for the upcoming regulatory changes
In this article, we explore the main developments introduced by the bill on the digitalisation and modernisation of the financial sector and explain how they may affect financial institutions and other organisations.
29/07/2026
2025 Corporate Income Tax campaign: non-accounting adjustments to review before filing Form 200
In this article, we explain what non-accounting adjustments are, which ones most commonly lead to errors in Corporate Income Tax, and the key aspects businesses should review before filing Form 200.
29/07/2026
Summer Shapes Decisions Too: How to Keep Your Talent from Leaving in September
El regreso de vacaciones es cuando más profesionales deciden cambiar. Conviértelo en tu mejor palanca de fidelización.
28/07/2026
Corporate taxation in the UK vs Spain: what businesses need to know
In this post we compare the UK and Spanish corporate tax systems from the perspective of UK companies planning to operate in Spain.
21/07/2026
Moving to Spain: Essential Administrative Steps to Take from Day One
Settling in a new country involves managing multiple legal, tax, and administrative matters that should be properly planned from day one.
02/07/2026
The Tax Agency’s New Focus on the Real Estate Sector Sends a Warning to Many Businesses
The Spanish Tax Agency's recent operation across several autonomous communities confirms an increasingly demanding environment for businesses and professionals: tax scrutiny is intensifying, and staying ahead is key.
02/07/2026
Time Tracking: The Latest Supreme Court Ruling Sends a Clear Warning to Employers
The latest Supreme Court ruling reminds employers that working time tracking remains a key obligation within any labour compliance strategy.
01/07/2026
Can You Be Dismissed for What You Post on Social Media? Key Considerations for Managing This Risk in Your Company
Several recent court rulings have confirmed that certain posts on TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook may justify disciplinary dismissal. Companies should review their internal policies to prevent employment and reputational risks.
30/06/2026
Extraordinary Migrant Regularisation: Last Hours to Submit Your Application Before the Process Closes
We analyse what the closure of the extraordinary regularisation process means, the high volume of applications submitted, and what individuals who still wish to start the procedure should keep in mind before the deadline expires.
29/06/2026
Verifactu and the European Convergence of Electronic Invoicing: What Companies Need to Know
El debate sobre Verifactu vuelve a escena en un contexto de transformación más amplio del sistema de facturación en Europa, marcado por la futura Directiva ViDA y la progresiva digitalización del control del IVA.
22/06/2026
Criminal Compliance in Companies: The Invisible Risk Many Organisations Still Fail to Manage
One in three Spanish companies admits it does not manage criminal compliance, despite the fact that corporate criminal liability can directly affect directors, executives, and business continuity.
19/06/2026
Family Business: What Is Changing in One of the Key Requirements to Access Certain Tax Benefits
We analyse two recent rulings by the Spanish Supreme Court and the Central Economic-Administrative Court (TEAC) that introduce a more flexible interpretation of one of the most significant requirements for applying certain tax benefits available to family businesses.
18/06/2026
Cybersecurity and Data Protection: The Compliance Risk That Most Concerns Spanish Companies
An Adlanter study reveals that cybersecurity is one of the top priorities for businesses, but also the area where the gap between concern and actual preparedness is greatest.
17/06/2026
The Digitalisation of Social Security Requires Companies to Review Their Internal Labour Management Processes
The new requirement to receive certain notifications electronically not only affects workers receiving benefits or those on sick leave. It also creates new challenges for businesses.
15/06/2026
Why Collaboration Between Law Firms and Business Advisory Firms Is Becoming Increasingly Common
In this article, we analyse why law firms and business advisory firms increasingly collaborate to provide coordinated and comprehensive business advice.
15/06/2026
Regularise an Existing Company or Incorporate a New One? Key Legal Considerations for Making the Right Decision
In this article, we analyse the legal, tax and corporate implications of each alternative when a company has accumulated compliance failures, as well as the real risks associated with directors’ liability and business succession.
15/06/2026
Non-Resident Director in Spain: Tax, Employment and Legal Obligations You Need to Know
In this article, we analyse the main tax, employment and corporate obligations that international companies should consider when appointing non-resident directors to Spanish companies.
12/06/2026
Derivative Action and Individual Liability Action: When Can a Director Be Held Personally Liable with Their Own Assets?
The Spanish Companies Act provides different legal actions to hold company directors liable. We analyse when a derivative action applies, when an individual liability action is appropriate, and the key differences between the two.
11/06/2026
Special Social Security Agreement for Workers Over 55 in a Collective Redundancy Process (ERE): Who Is Ultimately Responsible?
A recent Supreme Court ruling clarifies that the Spanish General Treasury of Social Security (TGSS) is not required to compensate for failures by either the employer or the employee in the processing of the special Social Security agreement applicable to certain collective redundancies.
09/06/2026
How to Move to Spain as a Foreign Professional: Everything You Need to Know About Visas, Taxes, and Residency
Discover the visas and permits available to foreign professionals looking to relocate to Spain, and learn about the key tax, employment, and immigration considerations you should take into account before making your move.
09/06/2026
Company Registry Closure: What It Is, Its Consequences, and How to Reopen the Company Registry Record
Failure to file annual accounts can lead to the closure of a company's registry record, preventing key corporate actions from being registered. We explain how this situation arises and the steps required to restore the company's full operational capacity.
08/06/2026
How to Regularize a Company with Outstanding Accounting and Tax Obligations
In this post, we explain how to regularize a company with outstanding accounting, tax, or corporate obligations and the steps required to restore its full operational capacity.
05/06/2026
Subsidiary vs Branch in Spain: Which Structure Is Best for a Foreign Company?
Corporate, Tax and Operational Differences That International Companies Should Assess Before Establishing a Presence in Spain.
04/06/2026
Birth and Childcare Leave: How to Manage Remaining Days That Do Not Complete a Full Week
We analyze the new criterion issued by the Spanish Social Security Institute (INSS) regarding birth and childcare leave and how it affects additional days generated by the child’s hospitalization or by taking the leave on a part-time basis.
04/06/2026
How to Bring Foreign Talent to Spain Without Legal Complications
Discover how to hire foreign talent in Spain safely and efficiently, the different permit options available, and the legal, employment and tax considerations companies need to take into account in 2026.
02/06/2026
Social Security strengthens electronic communications: what workers and employers need to know
In this article, we analyse the new provisions introduced by Order ISM/541/2026, the groups affected by the obligation to receive electronic notifications, and the practical implications of these changes.
02/06/2026
How to Start a Business in Spain as a Foreigner
A Complete Guide to the Legal, Tax, and Operational Considerations International Companies and Investors Should Assess Before Establishing Operations in Spain
01/06/2026
UK Limited Company vs Spanish SL: key differences and advantages
In this article, we analyse the key legal, tax and operational differences between a UK Limited Company and a Spanish SL, and what UK businesses should consider before expanding into Spain.
29/05/2026
How Ahimsa Gains Peace of Mind and Strategic Focus with Adlanter’s Support
Ahimsa’s journey towards stronger, more personal and purpose-driven management through Adlanter’s strategic support.
29/05/2026
Spain Approves the New Artificial Intelligence Law: What Changes and How It Affects Businesses
In this article, we analyse the main aspects of the new artificial intelligence regulatory framework in Spain and its direct impact on corporate compliance obligations.
28/05/2026
How to operate in Spain from the UK: a complete guide for UK businesses
In this post we explore the main legal, tax and employment considerations UK businesses must consider when operating in Spain, and the key structures required for a compliant and efficient market entry.
27/05/2026
Flexible Retirement for Self-Employed Workers: What Changes Under the New Reform
In this article, we examine the reform of flexible retirement and its extension to self-employed workers, as well as its practical implications for combining retirement benefits with professional activity.
27/05/2026
International Assignment Letters: Key Considerations for Employees Working Overseas
Discover what international assignment letters are, what key elements they should include, and why they are essential for managing employees working abroad with legal certainty and compliance.
22/05/2026
Digital Nomads in Spain: Legal and Tax Requirements You Need to Know
Discover how Spain’s digital nomad visa works, the legal and tax requirements you must meet, and the main advantages for international remote workers in 2026.
20/05/2026
Shareholder Compensation: How to Structure It Properly to Avoid Tax Issues
In this article, we analyse a particularly relevant and sensitive tax matter: how shareholder compensation is taxed under Personal Income Tax (IRPF) and how to structure it correctly.
18/05/2026
How to Register as Self-Employed with the Social Security System
We explain the main key aspects you should keep in mind when registering as self-employed with the Social Security system.
15/05/2026
Migrant Regularization: What Happens If You Still Don’t Have a Social Security Number?
In this post, we analyze the key issue blocking thousands of people whose applications have already been accepted for processing, but who are still unable to formalize employment contracts.
15/05/2026
Paid leave entitlements in 2026: what they are, types, and key aspects for managing them correctly
Learn about the main paid leave entitlements under the Spanish Workers’ Statute and discover how to apply them correctly to avoid labour disputes and legal risks.
14/05/2026
Deposit Contract: Types, Risks and How to Protect Yourself When Buying a Property
In this post, we explain what a deposit contract is, the different types that exist, the risks that may arise during the purchase of a property, and how to protect yourself legally before signing in Madrid or Barcelona.
14/05/2026
EBITDA vs EBIT: Differences, Examples, and When to Use Each One
We explain the differences between EBITDA and EBIT, how to interpret each indicator, and in which situations it is more appropriate to use one or the other to analyse a company’s profitability.
13/05/2026
Who needs a LEI code and for which transactions will it be required?
In this post, we analyse who is actually required to obtain a LEI Code and in which specific transactions it is an essential requirement.
11/05/2026
The Supreme Court confirms that family force majeure leave is always paid leave
The Supreme Court clarifies the scope of Article 37.9 of the Spanish Workers’ Statute and strengthens legal certainty regarding work-life balance rights.
11/05/2026
The Great Transfer: the generational shift that will transform businesses and wealth in the coming years
Key insights to understand how the Great Transfer will impact family businesses, wealth structures, and generational succession processes in the coming years.
07/05/2026
EBITDA Margin: how to calculate it and what is considered “good” depending on the industry
In this article, we explain what the EBITDA margin is, how to calculate it correctly, and how to interpret it according to the industry and business model.
07/05/2026
