Are you going to start your activity as a freelancer in Barcelona?

Barcelona is one of the most dynamic cities in Europe to start a business and develop professional or commercial activities. However, becoming self-employed involves more than just having a business idea: you must meet a set of legal and tax requirements to ensure your activity is properly registered and compliant.

At DAEM, we don’t just help you register as a freelancer: we guide you through every decision, help you avoid common mistakes, and optimize your tax situation from day one.

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What does registering as a freelancer involve?

Registering as a freelancer in Spain is a mandatory procedure for anyone who wants to carry out an economic activity on a regular, personal, and direct basis, without being bound by an employment contract. This process mainly consists of two key registrations:

Registration with the Tax Agency: You must declare the start of your economic activity using form 036 or 037, specifying the type of activity, location, and applicable tax regime (VAT, personal income tax, etc.).
Registration with Social Security: You must enroll in the Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers (RETA), which means paying monthly contributions and gaining access to benefits such as retirement or sick leave.

How to register without mistakes

A small mistake in this process can lead to penalties, loss of bonuses, or unnecessary additional paperwork. That’s why it’s essential to do it correctly. These are the key steps we handle at DAEM:

Form 036 or 037: Registration of economic activity with the Tax Agency.
IAE Code: Choosing the correct category based on your profession or activity.
Freelancer VAT: Determining whether you’re required to charge and declare VAT.
Personal Income Tax (IRPF): Identifying the most suitable tax regime for your situation.
Social Security (RETA): Registration in the Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers.
EU VAT Number (ROI): In case of operations with other EU countries.
Other additional procedures depending on your sector or type of clients.

Advisory service for freelancer registration with DAEM

Working with DAEM is much more than just handling paperwork. Our services are designed to support you strategically from the very start of your activity:

We help you avoid costly mistakes: We ensure every detail is correct from the beginning to avoid penalties or formal notices.
You make the most of available benefits: We inform you about applicable bonuses, grants, and deductions based on your profile.
Tax optimization from day one: We help you choose the most suitable tax regime and plan your tax burden.
Professional and personalized service: You’ll be guided by experts who offer support and advice with a personal approach.

Services we offer

Our goal is for you to start your activity with complete peace of mind, backed by specialized professionals to help you register as a freelancer.

Full administrative processing:

Submission of form 036 or 037 to the Tax Agency.
Registration with Social Security (RETA).
Registration in the Register of Intra-Community Operators (if applicable).
Selection and management of the IAE code.
Official notification of the start of activity.

Personalized tax advisory:

Analysis of the most favorable tax regime.
Information about quarterly and annual obligations.
Guidance on VAT, personal income tax (IRPF), and applicable deductions.
Initial support with invoicing and expense management.

Ongoing support and guidance:

Resolution of legal and tax-related queries.
Personalized attention from expert professionals.
Follow-up of the process until full registration is completed.

Manage your freelancer registration with the help of professionals

At DAEM, we make your professional start stress-free, error-free, and fully supported legally. Trust our experience to get started and guide you on your journey as a freelancer with confidence and peace of mind.

The department is led by Joaquim Isern, our trusted leader, together with his team.

Our team is made up of professionals with extensive experience in labor advisory services. Each member brings specialized knowledge to deliver high-quality service. Soon, we will include a section with our experts’ contact details, including photos, names, and email addresses to make communication easier.

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Joaquim began his professional career in 1984 at the labor law firm of Bernat Moreno.

In 2003, he founded his own labor advisory firm, Bermoris Gestió, until fully joining the DAEM team in 2022.

In October 2022, he was appointed Director of the Labor Area at DAEM.

Joaquim Isern

Labor Area Director
quim.isern@daem.es

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