Franchising is one of the quickest ways to start a proven business in Spain. You get an established brand, a tested model, supplier contracts and training from day one.
We help investors choose and acquire franchises in cafés, sports bars, restaurants, supermarkets and retail. That covers brand evaluation, contract negotiation, location search, licences and opening.
Spain's franchise sector turned over €28.45 billion in 2025, up 3%. It spans 1,295 brands and 77,526 outlets, and employs 322,830 people. Hospitality is the largest category by number of brands (243 networks).
Indicative estimates by Think Euro International. Actual results depend on capital invested, pricing, buyers and execution.
| Import duty & local taxes | No import duty. Business Activity Tax (IAE) is exempt below €1M turnover. Municipal taxes and fees apply (e.g. terrace fees, waste). |
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| Spanish VAT (IVA) | Hospitality 10%; supermarkets 4% / 10% / 21% by product; general retail 21% |
| Spanish corporate tax | Spanish SL: 25% standard rate. Reduced 2026 rates: 19% on the first €50,000 of profit and 21% on the rest for companies with turnover under €1M; 23% for turnover under €10M; 15% for the first two profitable years of a newly created company. |
We coordinate company formation, registrations and licensing end-to-end with our legal and customs partners.
Talk to our team about sourcing, market entry, licensing and setting up your business in Spain.
Figures and rates are for general information (updated September 2026) and can change. Duty rates depend on the exact customs (TARIC) code, and tax depends on your specific situation. Please confirm with us before making investment decisions. This page is not legal or tax advice.
