Grow Your Workforce in Spain

Income Tax in Spain

Spain has progressive income tax rates from 19% to 47%.

Social Security in Spain

Spain has a comprehensive social security system covering over 90% of the population.

For Employers

• Total Contribution Rate: Approximately 30.4% to 32% of the employee's gross salary, depending on the specific sector and risk associated with the job.
• The general employer contribution is around 24.1%.
• Additional premiums may apply based on occupational risk (e.g., construction or mining), which can increase the total rate to about 38.45% in some cases.

For Employees

• Contribution Rate: Employees contribute between 4.8% and 6.45% of their gross salary, with the most common rate being around 6.35%.
• This amount is withheld by the employer from the employee's monthly pay.

Work Visas in Spain

Here are the main work visas available in Spain:

EU Blue Card

• Eligibility: Highly skilled non-EU professionals with a university degree or at least five years of professional experience.
• Features: Allows work and residence in Spain for up to two years, with potential extensions.
• Requirements: Employment contract in Spain with a salary at least 1.5 times the average national salary.

General Work Visa

• Eligibility: Skilled professionals with a valid job offer from a Spanish employer.
• Features: Grants residence and work permission based on a specific job and employer.
• Requirements: The employer must prove that the position cannot be filled by a local or EU worker.

Digital Nomad Visa

• Eligibility: Remote workers for non-Spanish companies or freelance digital professionals.
• Features: Initially valid for one year, with potential renewals up to five years.
• Requirements: Proof of remote work for a non-Spanish company or evidence of freelance work, minimum income requirements, and health insurance.

Highly Qualified Professional Visa

• Eligibility: Non-EU professionals with a specific skill set or in-demand expertise.
• Features: Typically for executives, researchers, and specialists in high-demand sectors.
• Requirements: Job offer from a Spanish employer for a high-responsibility position and confirmation from Spanish authorities regarding the role’s need.