Incorporating an IFZA Free Zone LLC for Spanish Nomad Consultants
Spanish-based consultants can utilize an IFZA Free Zone LLC to structure international service income under the UAE 9% corporate tax regime. This structure requires careful alignment with Spanish tax residency rules to ensure compliance with local fiscal obligations.
The process involves company formation in Dubai followed by residency visa application. Consultants must evaluate the interaction between UAE corporate tax and the Spanish Beckham Law regime to determine the optimal tax efficiency.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- SetupIFZA setup$12,900
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$12,900
What the tax authority sees
UAE Federal Decree-Law 47/2022 Article 3 imposes a 9% Corporate Tax on taxable income exceeding AED 375,000.
Beckham Law regime; autónomo alternative comparison
Compare IFZA's 5,500 USD setup against the Spanish 'autónomo' social security costs; ensure you maintain tax residency documentation to avoid double taxation under the UAE-Spain DTA.
- 01Spanish tax residency audit risk if management is performed from Spain
- 02Economic substance requirements for UAE tax residency certificate
- 03Potential CFC rules application by Spanish tax authorities
From filing to funded bank account
UAE Free Zone (IFZA) vs US LLC (Wyoming)
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