Spanish PrimeCosta del Sol, Málaga province
Set up your company on the Costa del Sol.
Málaga, Marbella, Mijas, Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Estepona: company formation, accounting and Spanish tax, handled in English.
Spain's fastest-growing international community.
Málaga's foreign population grew by 78% between 2016 and 2026, to more than 427,000 residents, the largest increase of any Spanish province. It is also home to Spain's second-largest British community, after Alicante.
In Mijas almost half of residents are foreign nationals, and in areas like La Cala English is the everyday language of shops and services. Add Málaga city's growing tech scene, and the coast offers customers for almost any English-speaking business.
Source: INE population data, 2016 to 2026.
What to know before you start here
Holiday rentals
Tourist homes in Andalusia must be registered with the Andalusian tourism register, and since July 2025 short-term rentals also need a national registration number to advertise on platforms.
Hospitality and retail
Restaurants, beach businesses and shops need a municipal activity licence or responsible declaration. We check your town hall's requirements first.
Tech and remote businesses
Freelancers and start-ups in Málaga often compare autónomo with an SL. We run the numbers so you choose the structure that pays less tax for your profit.
Hiring staff
We register you as an employer with Social Security and set up payroll, including the seasonal contracts common on the coast.
How we set it up without you travelling
Free call, in English
We map out your business, the right structure (SL or autónomo) and exactly what you need, before you spend anything.
Power of attorney, no travel needed
You sign a power of attorney by video call with a Spanish notary where available, or in person. We handle the notary, tax ID and Mercantile Registry for you.
Accounting live from day one
Bilingual books, tax calendar and quarterly filings set up before your first invoice, with one accountant you can call.
Living and working on the Costa del Sol
Málaga airport connects the coast with the UK several times a day, and the city has become one of Spain's fastest growing hubs for technology and international business. From Marbella and Estepona to Fuengirola and Nerja, there is a large English speaking community and demand for services in English all year round.
Andalusia sets its own regional part of income tax and its own rules on wealth tax. As a new resident, we look at your personal situation as well as your company, so there are no surprises.
Frequently asked questions
Is Málaga a good place to start an online or tech business?
Many international companies and remote professionals have moved to Málaga in recent years. An SL based on the Costa del Sol can sell across Spain, the EU and beyond, and we set up VAT correctly for online and cross border sales.
Do I need an office to register my company?
No. A Spanish SL needs a registered address in Spain, which can be your home with the owner's consent, an office or a coworking space.
Ready to start your business?
Book a free, no-obligation call in English. We'll tell you exactly what you need.
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