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How to register as an autónomo (self-employed person) in Spain: AEAT, Seguridad Social, Tarifa Plana, and practical steps to set up your self-employment.
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Business
Founding a Company, Self-Employment & Coworking
Working on Mallorca: whether as an autónomo, with your own S.L. or as a digital nomad - here you will find everything about founding a company, tax obligations, coworking and business life on the island.
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March 2026
Working and Founding a Company on Mallorca
Mallorca has long been more than a holiday island - more and more Germans work here as self-employed professionals, found a company or use the island as a base for their digital business. Whether autónomo, S.L. or freelancer - the Spanish business landscape offers various legal forms that differ clearly from the German models. You should understand social security contributions, tax obligations and bureaucratic requirements before taking the step into self-employment.
Our guides walk you through the entire founding process on Mallorca. You will learn how to register as an autónomo, what the advantages and disadvantages of an S.L. are and what you need to consider as a digital nomad. You will also find information on coworking spaces in Palma and across the island, networking events for entrepreneurs and practical tips on accounting in Spain. Whether you are just starting to plan or already in the middle of founding a company - here you will find the answers you need.
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