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Spain Employer of Record

Hire in Spain

Hire employees in Spain without opening an entity.

Employer of Record Spain: compliant payroll, employment laws 2026, visa support. Onboard in 2–3 days. No local entity required.

Hire in Spain
Spanish law compliant2–3 day onboarding17+ countries

Spain at a glance

The Spain is one of Europe's most competitive economies and a gateway to EU talent. With strong employment laws, high English proficiency, and a business-friendly environment, it is a top choice for Employer of Record and Spain payroll outsourcing.

Capital

Madrid

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Languages

Spanish (+ co-official regional)

Population

48M+

Ease of doing business

Strong EU market

Payroll frequency

Monthly

VAT standard rate

21%

Timezone

CET (GMT+1 / +2)

What is Employer of Record (EOR) in the Spain?

Employer of Record Spain lets you hire Spain (Local) employees without setting up a local entity. We become the legal employer; you keep day-to-day control. Ideal for companies that want to hire employees in the Spain without entity setup.

Who needs Spain EOR?

US, UK, EU, and global companies hiring in the Spain; startups and scaleups building a Spain (Local) team; enterprises expanding without new entities; HR leaders and recruiters who need fast, compliant hiring.

Benefits

  • No local entity required avoid long S.L. setup and registered office obligations
  • Full alignment with the Workers’ Statute (Estatuto de los Trabajadores) and Seguridad Social
  • Spanish payroll and payslips from day one
  • Work and residence authorisation support for eligible hires
Learn more about global EOR
Why the Spain?

Why the Spain is an attractive option for hiring

The Spain offers an exceptional business environment with a highly educated, multilingual workforce and a strong culture of innovation. As one of Europe's most open economies, it provides excellent access to EU markets and is a leading hub for tech, logistics, and finance. Spain (Local) employment laws 2026 and a clear regulatory framework make Spain EOR and Spain payroll outsourcing straightforward for international companies.

English is widely spoken, and the country ranks among the top globally for quality of life and work-life balance. With Europe's largest port in Rotterdam and a strategic location, the Spain is ideal for companies hiring in the Spain without entity: you get local contracts, full compliance with Spain (Local) employment laws, and access to top talent through Employer of Record Spain services.

Spain (Local) workers are known for high productivity, technical skills, and a collaborative mindset. The government supports innovation and the Highly Skilled Migrant program makes it easier to bring in non-EU talent. Whether you need Spain payroll outsourcing, full EOR, or visa support, the Spain is a prime destination for scaling your European team.

Employee benefits in the Spain

We manage mandatory and optional benefits for your Spain (Local) employees through our Spain EOR and payroll platform. Full compliance with Spain (Local) employment laws 2026, including holiday allowance, pension, and social security.

Seguridad Social

Mandatory registration with the Spanish Social Security system: common contingencies, unemployment, training, and related coverages per applicable bases.

Public healthcare

Access to the National Health System (SNS) for affiliated workers and dependents within the rules of each comunidad autónoma.

Unemployment & protection

Contributions toward unemployment benefits and other protective schemes where legally required.

Pensions & extra pay

Retirement accrual through contributions; many contracts include extra monthly payments (pagas extraordinarias), often prorated in payroll.

Spain Employment Laws 2026: What Companies Must Know

Stay compliant with Spain (Local) employment law. Key rules on contracts, probation, notice, minimum wage, and employee protections.

Contracts & probation

  • Written employment contract (contrato de trabajo) with essential terms
  • Probation (periodo de prueba): length depends on role and collective agreement (often up to 6 months for qualified roles, shorter for others)
  • Fixed-term contracts only where legally justified

Notice & termination

  • Dismissals and objective terminations follow strict procedural rules under Spanish law
  • Compensation may apply depending on type of termination (e.g. objective, collective)
  • Disciplinary process must respect guarantees under the Estatuto and agreements

Pay & leave

  • National minimum wage (SMI) updated annually in EUR gross/month
  • Minimum 30 calendar days paid annual leave (vacaciones retribuidas)
  • Extra payments (pagas extraordinarias) common often prorated monthly in payroll

Non-compliance can lead to fines, back payments, and reputational risk. With Spain EOR, Jackson & Frank ensures your hires meet Spain (Local) employment laws 2026.

Pros and cons of Spain EOR

Weigh the benefits and considerations of using an Employer of Record in the Spain versus setting up your own entity.

Pros of Spain EOR

  • No Spanish entity (S.L./S.A.) required save incorporation time and upfront cost.
  • Hire employees in Spain in 2–3 days with Seguridad Social and payroll compliance.
  • Jackson & Frank handles IRPF withholdings, employer SS contributions, contracts, and HR admin.
  • Local Spanish employment contracts (contrato de trabajo) and statutory vacation (vacaciones).
  • Immigration support (NIE/TIE, work authorisation) for non-EU talent where applicable.
  • Single provider if you expand beyond Spain across Europe and globally.

Considerations

  • Ongoing monthly fee per employee vs. lower marginal cost with your own entity at large scale.
  • You rely on the EOR for compliance choose an experienced provider like Jackson & Frank.
  • Collective agreements (convenios colectivos) may apply; we coordinate with applicable rules.

Why Choose Jackson & Frank for Spain EOR?

Speed, compliance, and local expertise so you can focus on growing your team.

2–3 day onboarding

From signed agreement to live on payroll in 2–3 business days.

Full compliance

Spain (Local) entity, CAO awareness, and employment law compliance built in.

Local expertise

Dedicated knowledge of Spain (Local) payroll, benefits, and HR practices.

Risk managed

We carry employment and tax risk as the legal employer in the Spain.

Get a custom quote

Jackson & Frank vs Other Spain EOR Providers

Compare speed, compliance, support, and pricing. We focus on European markets with a strong Spain footprint.

FeatureJackson & FrankDeel / Remote / Papaya
Onboarding speed2–3 days5–14 days
Spanish entity & SSOwn Spanish entityVaries
Dedicated Spain supportYesOften global only
Immigration coordinationFull supportLimited or extra
Transparent pricingIncludedOften add-ons

Our Complete Spain Employment Services

End-to-end employment and payroll so you can hire and manage Spain (Local) talent without a local entity.

Payroll

Monthly payroll, Seguridad Social (TC1/TC2), IRPF withholdings, pagas extraordinarias prorrata where agreed, payslips, and year-end summaries.

HR support

Contract changes, leave, remote-work documentation, and day-to-day HR queries in Spain.

Benefits

Core statutory benefits, mutual insurance (mutua) coordination where applicable, and aligned extras per policy.

Contracts

Spanish-compliant contracts and addenda reflecting convenio and company policy.

Compliance

Labour Inspectorate readiness, TGSS filings, AEAT tax obligations, and employment law updates.

Spain EOR + Immigration Services

Visa sponsorship and relocation support so you can hire non-EU talent in the Spain.

Visa sponsorship

We support combined residence and work permits (GVVA) and coordinate with the IND so your employees can work legally in the Spain.

Highly Skilled Migrant (HSM) program

Fast-track permits and reduced salary thresholds for qualified professionals. We handle sponsorship and paperwork as your Spain EOR.

Relocation support

From registration to BSN and first payroll: we guide your new hires through the Spain (Local) system so they can start quickly.

Ask about visa & relocation

How Our Spain EOR Process Works (2–3 Days)

From agreement to first payroll in three simple steps.

Day 1

Agreement & details

Sign master service agreement and send employee details and offer terms.

Day 2

Contract & alta

We issue the Spanish contract; employee signs. We complete Seguridad Social registration (alta) and tax setup (NIF/NIE, withholding).

Day 3

Live on payroll

Employee is active and included in the next payroll run.

Spain Payroll: What We Handle

Full payroll and tax compliance so you don't have to manage Spain (Local) regulations.

  • IRPF personal income tax withholdings and annual reporting where applicable
  • Employer and employee Seguridad Social contributions (common contingencies, unemployment, training, etc.)
  • Prorrata of extra payments (pagas extraordinarias) when paid monthly
  • Temporary incapacity (IT) coordination basics with mutua/INSS rules
  • Payslips (nómina) and cost reporting for finance
Global payroll services

Platform Features

Manage your Spain team from one place.

Dashboard

View team, documents, and payroll status in one place.

Employee management

Add, update, and manage Spanish employees and contracts.

Reporting

Cost reports, headcount, and exports for accounting.

Compliance & Risk Management

We keep your Spain hiring legally sound and audit-ready.

Legal compliance

Spain (Local) employment law, CAO, UWV, and tax office requirements.

Risk mitigation

Correct classification, contracts, and filings to avoid fines and back payments.

Audit support

Documentation and reporting for internal and external audits.

Spain EOR Success Stories

Real results from companies using our Employer of Record in the Spain.

1EOR Case Study

Smart Mobility Brand European Expansion & Workforce Setup

Global Smart Mobility Company

Hired specialized operational and technical talent across European locations with fully compliant EOR contracts and payroll integration.

25+

Hires completed

100%

Compliance rate

3 weeks

Time to onboard

Read full case study
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EOR vs Entity Setup in the Spain

Decide whether Spain EOR or a Spain (Local) BV is right for you.

AspectSpain EORSpain (Local) entity (BV)
Time to first hire2–3 daysSeveral months
Setup costLow (monthly fee)High (notary, legal, accounting)
Compliance riskEOR carries employer dutiesYou carry full risk
Ongoing adminHandled by EORYour team or local advisors

EOR for Startups vs Enterprises

Whether you're a startup or enterprise, Spain EOR fits your use case.

Startups & scaleups

  • First EU Southern hub hires without incorporating an S.L.
  • Testing Spain from Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, or Málaga
  • Remote-first teams with Spanish-speaking talent in Spain

Enterprises

  • Scaling Spanish teams without new local entities
  • Project or M&A hiring with fast onboarding
  • Centralised global EOR with consistent Spain compliance

Contractor Management in the Spain

Avoid misclassification and stay compliant when engaging Spain (Local) contractors.

Spain (Local) rules on self-employed vs employed are strict. Misclassifying workers can lead to back taxes, penalties, and reclassification. We help you:

  • Assess contractor vs employee status and avoid false self-employment (schijnzelfstandigheid) risk.
  • Use compliant contracts and structures for genuine contractors.
  • Convert contractors to employees via Spain EOR when a permanent role makes more sense.
Spain contractor solutions

Our comprehensive guide to hiring in the Spain

Explore leave, termination, public holidays, onboarding, and immigration. Everything you need for Spain (Local) employment laws 2026 and Spain payroll outsourcing.

Annual leave

In the Spain, employees are entitled to a minimum of 20 days (4 weeks) of paid annual leave per year based on full-time employment. Many employers offer 25 days or more. Unused vacation days can usually be carried forward but must be used within six months after the end of the calendar year. Our Spain EOR ensures your team receives full statutory and contractual leave under Spain (Local) employment laws 2026.

Maternity leave

Expecting mothers are entitled to 16 weeks of maternity leave (6 weeks before and 10 weeks after the due date). Salary is paid at 100% by the Spain (Local) Employee Insurance Agency (UWV). Additional unpaid parental leave is available. We handle all administration and compliance for your Spain (Local) employees.

Paternity and partner leave

Partners receive one week of paid birth leave at 100% salary within four weeks of birth, plus five weeks of additional birth leave (paid at 70% by UWV) within six months. Parental leave of 26 times weekly hours per child (until the child turns 8) is also available first 9 weeks paid at 70%, remainder unpaid.

Sick leave

Employers must continue to pay sick employees for up to 2 years (minimum 70% of salary, often 100% in year one and 70% in year two as per contract). Spain payroll outsourcing through Jackson & Frank includes correct sick pay and UWV reporting.

Learn more about Spain contractor solutions

Spain Employment Statistics 2026

Hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and market insights for planning your Spain (Local) team.

2–3 days

Average time to hire (with EOR)

EUR gross/month (annual update)

Minimum wage (SMI)

30 calendar days

Statutory annual leave

14 payments / prorrata

Extra pay (typical)

Spain (Local) labor market remains competitive for tech, finance, and logistics. Spain EOR helps you access talent quickly while staying compliant with Spain (Local) employment laws 2026 and payroll obligations.

Spain EOR FAQs

Spain EOR pricing typically includes a monthly management fee per employee plus salary, employer Seguridad Social contributions, and tax withholdings. At Jackson & Frank we offer transparent pricing. Total cost depends on headcount, salary levels, extra pay (pagas extraordinarias) structure, and benefits. Book a demo for a custom quote.