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How to become self-employed in A Coruña (2026)

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Cost

€80.00

Monthly Tarifa Plana fee (first year). Free registration process.

Time at office

0 minutes (entire process 100% online)

Estimated time

24-48 hours for effective registration

Quick summary

Comprehensive guide for becoming self-employed in A Coruña, Galicia. Registration with Hacienda and Seguridad Social, Tarifa Plana, and support from the Xunta de Galicia for entrepreneurs in 2026.

Required documents

  • Digital Certificate or Electronic DNI

    Essential for all online procedures with Hacienda and Seguridad Social. Alternatively, you can use Cl@ve.

  • Bank Account Number (IBAN)

    For direct debiting of self-employed monthly contributions to the RETA.

  • Censal Registration with Hacienda (Model 036 or 037)

    Notify the Tax Authority about the start of your economic activity and choose the corresponding IAE classification.

  • Registration in RETA

    Enroll as a Self-Employed Worker in the Special Regime for Social Security through Importass.

80 €
Monthly Tarifa Plana fee (first year). Free registration process. €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. Choose the appropriate IAE classification. Model 037 is a simplified version used by most individual self-employed individuals.

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    Expert tip

    "You can submit it electronically with a digital certificate or Cl@ve. If you are unsure which classification to choose, the AEAT has an online activity search tool on their 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 this process. Do it through the Importass portal of the Social Security. If you register on the first day of the month, you avoid paying a proportional fee.

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    Expert tip

    "When enrolling in Importass, select the Tarifa Plana option for 80€/month. This is automatic for new self-employed individuals with no prior activity in the last two years."

  • 3

    Consult Xunta de Galicia support programs

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    The Xunta of Galicia supports entrepreneurs through Igape (Instituto Galego de Promoción Económica) and the Galicia Emprende program. There is a network of entrepreneurship centers in all four Galician provinces. Rural self-employed individuals have access to additional programs from Leader and European funds managed by the Xunta. Key reference: Igape / Galicia Emprende / Xunta de Galicia.

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    Expert tip

    "Many regional support programs are compatible with national Tarifa Plana. Consult Igape / Galicia Emprende / Xunta de Galicia before starting your business to avoid missing application deadlines."

  • 4

    Business License or Prior Notice (if applicable)

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    If you will have a physical location in A Coruña, you must obtain the appropriate license or declaration from the city hall. For office-based or professional activities without public access, generally no business license is required.

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    Expert tip

    "For most home-based services or office activities with no public access, you do not need a municipal business license. Consult the city hall if you are unsure."

Offices and service points - Coruna

Tax Agency — Online Service (for Spain)

Online service available at sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es

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

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Tarifa Plana of 80€ last for self-employed individuals?
The Tarifa Plana of 80€/month applies during the first year after registration in RETA. After that, contributions are calculated based on estimated net earnings for the current fiscal year (the real income-based system, effective since 2023).
Can I combine unemployment with becoming self-employed?
Yes. You can take advantage of full unemployment benefits or partially combine them. Check the conditions at your SEPE office before registering.
What specific support does Galicia offer to self-employed individuals?
The Xunta offers subsidies for starting a business, additional contributions reductions for young people under 30 and women, and free training through entrepreneurship centers. Igape manages preferential financing lines and the ReImagina program for digitalization of self-employed individuals and micro-enterprises.
What IAE classification should I choose?
The IAE classification identifies your economic activity to Hacienda. Choose one that best describes what you will be doing. The AEAT has an online search tool on their website. If you have multiple activities, you can register under several classifications 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 January 1st, you pay the full monthly fee for that month. If you register mid-month, you only pay a proportionate amount. That’s why it is 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.