Setting-up a branch in Spain
This article contains some basic notes on the concept, main characteristics, process of formation and fiscal regime applicable to a Spanish branch, one of the main ways of investing in Spain.
Consequences and repercussions of criminal liability of companies in Spain
Apart from a fine that a court may impose on a company found criminally liable in Spain, there are other consequences, just as harmful, that may affect the company.
Appealing reasons to invest in Spain
Spain is one of the countries with the largest economic growth in the short run. Its strong economic sectors and increasingly strong international focus places this country as one of the leading countries for the development of investment and internationalisation.
Penalties and Sanctions for digital identity theft in Spain
In Spain, no specific regulation governs the crime of digital identity theft. However, the rights of individuals on the Internet can be defended by a combination of the Spanish Penal Code articles and sanctions can be issued.
The tax treatment in Spain on partners’ remuneration
One of the most important novelties introduced by the reform of the Law on Income Tax in Spain concerns the VAT taxation of a company’s partners engaged in professional activity.
One Year after the Passing of Spain’s Law in Support of Foreign-National Entrepreneurs
Thanks to the approval of the Law 14/2013, foreign investors and entrepeneurs may apply for a residence permit in Spain. The residence permit would not only allow them to work and reside in Spain, but also to travel freely within the EU with respect to the Schengen Territory.
The LOPD and money laundering in Spain
This article tries to reflect on the relations between two legislations that in principle have nothing in common, but that are called upon to relate to each other, thus it decides the legislator, which is essential for the good functioning of the business of the obligated parties.
Changes in the draft on the fiscal reform in Spain
The new fiscal reform in Spain, which will gradually be implemented in 2015 and 2016, will benefit rents bellow 50.000€ and individuals with family responsibilities. Severance pay shall be taxed, the exclusion of the dividends is abolished and the deductible quality of pension plans is reduced.
Labour modifications in international mobility for entrepreneurs in Spain
The Law to support entrepreneurs and their internationalization in Spain encourages new entrepreunerial activities in Spain by simplication of bureaucratic paperwork, obtention of visas and residence permits, and transfer of workers abroad.
Terms and phases of the due diligence as part of a business transfer
The process of due diligence in the context of a transfer, merger, sale or purchase of a company in Spain includes four phases in order to ensure its correct course: preliminary, investigation, confirmation of data and the transmission of the report.
