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Spanish NIF for foreign companies
A Spanish tax number for your foreign company.
Timeframe
Usually two to four weeks once documents are ready
Remote
Wherever the law allows
Price
Free personal quote
1What it is
Foreign companies that buy property, invest or do business in Spain need a Spanish NIF. We prepare the application with the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT), including the translations and legalisations it requires.
2Who needs it
- Foreign companies buying property in Spain
- Companies investing in Spanish businesses
- Companies hiring or trading in Spain
3Documents usually required
We confirm the exact list for your situation with your quote. You can upload documents with your request.
- Certificate of incorporation (apostilled)
- Company articles or proof of directors
- Passport of the legal representative
- Power of attorney (notarised and apostilled)
4How the process works
- 1Send us your company details
- 2We confirm the price and the documents needed
- 3Translations and legalisations are arranged
- 4The application is filed with the Tax Agency
- 5You receive the company NIF
Typical timeframe: Usually two to four weeks once documents are ready.
5Good to know
When a foreign company needs a Spanish NIF
When it buys property in Spain, invests in a Spanish company, opens a Spanish bank account or does business in Spain without a permanent establishment.
What the process involves
The company's documents are legalised with an apostille and translated by a sworn translator. A representative in Spain then files the application with the Tax Agency.
What comes next
Companies that start trading in Spain often set up a local entity instead: see company formation in Spain. To file online for the company, you'll need a business digital signature.
6Frequently asked questions
Do documents need to be translated?
Documents not in Spanish usually need a sworn translation. We include this in your quote if needed.
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