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How to become self-employed in Gijón (2026)

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Cost

€80.00

Monthly Tarifa Plana fee (first year). Registration: free.

Time at office

0 minutes (100% online process)

Estimated time

24-48 hours for effective registration

Quick summary

Complete guide for registering as a self-employed individual in Gijón, Asturias. Registration with Hacienda and Seguridad Social, Tarifa Plana, and support from the Principality of Asturias for entrepreneurs in 2026.

Required documents

  • Digital Certificate or Electronic DNI

    Required to conduct all online procedures with Hacienda and Seguridad Social. Alternatively, you can use Cl@ve.

  • Bank Account Number (IBAN)

    For direct debiting of self-employed contributions through the RETA.

  • Census Registration in Hacienda (Model 036 or 037)

    Notify the Tax Authority about the start of your economic activity and select the appropriate IAE code.

  • Registration in RETA

    Enroll as a Self-Employed Individual in the Special Regime for Workers at the Importass portal of the Social Security.

80 €
Monthly Tarifa Plana fee (first year). Registration: free. €80.00
€80.00
€80.00

: 2026

Step by step

  • 1

    Register with Hacienda (Model 036 or 037)

    Go to official site

    You must notify the Tax Authority about the start of your economic activity. Select the appropriate IAE code for your activity. The Model 037 is a simplified version used by most individual self-employed individuals.

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    Expert tip

    "You can file it online with a Digital Certificate or Cl@ve. If you’re unsure about the IAE code, the AEAT has an online search tool for economic activities on its website."

  • 2

    Register in RETA (Social Security)

    Go to official site

    You have up to 60 natural days from the start of your activity to complete registration. Do this through the Importass portal of Social Security. If you register on the first day of the month, you avoid paying a proportional contribution.

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    Expert tip

    "When registering in Importass, select the box for applying for the Tarifa Plana fee of 80€ per month. This is automatic for new self-employed individuals without previous activity in the last two years."

  • 3

    Consult Asturias support programs

    Go to official site

    The Principality of Asturias supports entrepreneurship through IDEPA (Institute for Economic Development of the Principality of Asturias). It offers free advice, startup incubators in Oviedo, Gijón, and Avilés, and specific funding programs for industrial, technological, and service sector self-employed individuals. Key organization: IDEPA / Government of the Principality of Asturias.

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    Expert tip

    "Many regional support programs are compatible with national Tarifa Plana. Consult IDEPA / Government of the Principality of Asturias before starting your business to avoid missing application deadlines."

  • 4

    Obtain a Business License or Prior Notice (if applicable)

    Go to official site

    If you plan to have a physical location in Gijón, you must obtain the appropriate license or declaration of responsibility with the city hall. For office-based or professional activities without public access, no license is generally required.

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    Expert tip

    "For most service-based activities carried out from home or in an office without public access, a city hall business license is not needed. Consult the city hall if you have any doubts."

Offices and service points - Gijon

Tax Authority — Online Service (available nationwide)

Online service available at sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es

901 200 345
Online: 24 hours / Teléfono: Monday to Friday 09:00 - 19:00

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Tarifa Plana of 80€ last for self-employed individuals?
The 80€/month Tarifa Plana applies during the first year after registration with the RETA. After this period, the contribution is calculated based on net income estimates for the current fiscal year (real earnings-based system, effective from 2023).
Can I combine unemployment benefits with becoming self-employed?
Yes. You can claim full unemployment benefits to invest in your business or partially combine them. Check conditions at SEPE before registering as a self-employed individual.
What specific support does Asturias offer for self-employed individuals?
IDEPA offers the Asturias Emprende program with free advice and access to startup incubators. It also manages the Asturian Entrepreneurship Fund providing soft loans to new self-employed individuals. There are special deductions in the self-employed income tax for industrial and technological sector self-employed, aligned with regional economic transformation.
What IAE code should I choose?
The IAE code identifies your economic activity with the Tax Authority. Choose the one that best describes what you will do. The AEAT has an online search tool on its e-Services website. If you have multiple activities, you can register under several codes simultaneously.
When do I start paying the self-employed contribution?
From the first day of the month in which you register. If you register on the 1st, pay the full contribution for that month. If you register halfway through the month, pay a proportional amount. That’s why it’s best to register at the beginning of the month.

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Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.