{"id":676045,"date":"2025-06-19T06:47:09","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T03:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/"},"modified":"2025-06-19T06:47:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T03:47:09","slug":"guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to relocating your startup to Valencia"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3386126f7bd\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3386126f7bd\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#Practical_guide_to_moving_your_startup_to_Valencia\" >Practical guide to moving your startup to Valencia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#EU_Founders_Residency_and_paperwork\" >EU Founders: Residency and paperwork<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#Visa_pathways_for_non-EU_founders\" >Visa pathways for non-EU founders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#Step-by-step_Launching_a_business_in_Valencia\" >Step-by-step: Launching a business in Valencia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#Tap_into_funding_and_support\" >Tap into funding and support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/guide-to-relocating-your-startup-to-valencia\/#Coworking_and_accelerators\" >Coworking and accelerators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img-cdn.tnwcdn.com\/image?fit=796%2C417&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn0.tnwcdn.com%2Fwp-content%2Fblogs.dir%2F1%2Ffiles%2F2025%2F06%2Fnorthleg-official-_pmI9VMJlbw-unsplash.jpg&amp;signature=0b02e691d3101d8f778610dc280b45c3\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-main-content\">\n<p>When founders dream of launching a startup under the Mediterranean sun, Barcelona and Madrid often come to mind first. But an increasing number of entrepreneurs are turning their gaze to Valencia \u2014 a city that\u2019s building a vibrant, founder-friendly startup community.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not just about sunshine (though 300 days a year doesn\u2019t hurt). It\u2019s about momentum. Valencia\u2019s startup scene is collaborative, affordable, and increasingly international. It\u2019s big enough to see the benefits of accelerated growth \u2014 in 2024 the ecosystem experienced a <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/startupvalencia.org\/observatory\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">15.45% growth in the number of startups<\/a> compared to 2023 \u2014 yet still retains a community vibe making it easy for newcomers to network and make connections.<\/p>\n<p>And its sights are set on growing its ecosystem exponentially into the future.<\/p>\n<p>In 2024, the Invest in Val\u00e8ncia Program, aimed at attracting foreign investment and entrepreneurs, resulted in more than 1,500 new jobs and generated <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/startupgenome.com\/ecosystems\/valencia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">an economic impact of \u20ac149 million<\/a> over a two-year period. To strengthen its support for early-stage startups, Valencia City Council also increased seed funding by 50%, raising the total to \u20ac600,000.<\/p>\n<div class=\"inarticle-wrapper channel-cta\">\n<div class=\"ica-text\">\n<p class=\"ica-text__title\">Welcome to TNW Conference Week!<\/p>\n<p>Get your sun cream and sunglasses out as it&#8217;s going to be HOT. Last chance to join the get a ticket!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>This Mediterranean city has become a magnet for startups in AI and Big Data, climate tech, mobility, logistics, healthtech, and gaming. With strong university talent, deep ties to legacy industries (like shipping and food production), and regional government investment in R&amp;D, Valencia is quickly becoming a launchpad for mission-driven, high-growth companies.<\/p>\n<p>And advancements in connectivity will help to launch more IoT based initiatives. Supported by European funding, late last year Valenciaport rolled out a \u20ac6 million 5G network project to deliver secure connectivity for over 25,000 devices, including vehicles, sensors, and drones\u2014driving forward the port\u2019s digital innovation efforts.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also interesting to note that 34% of startups in Valencia have a female co-founder showing a promising growth in female entrepreneurship that the ecosystem plans to foster as its community grows.<\/p>\n<p>Add to that a relatively low cost of living, a strong talent pool flowing from the local universities, and a highly navigable regulatory landscape.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re an EU founder seeking sun and scale or a non-EU entrepreneur eyeing a soft landing in the Schengen Zone, this guide breaks down how to relocate your startup to Valencia \u2014 from administrative queries to breaking into the startup community once you\u2019re there.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_guide_to_moving_your_startup_to_Valencia\"><\/span>Practical guide to moving your startup to Valencia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EU_Founders_Residency_and_paperwork\"><\/span>EU Founders: Residency and paperwork<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re from the EU, relocating to Valencia is straightforward. The main administrative hurdle is securing your NIE (N\u00famero de Identificaci\u00f3n de Extranjero) \u2014 a personal tax ID number required to open a bank account, sign rental contracts, and register your business. If staying longer than 90 days, you\u2019ll also need an EU Certificate of Registration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choose the right structure<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spain offers two main business structures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aut\u00f3nomo (sole proprietor): Ideal for freelancers or solo founders. Beware the flat-rate <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social<\/a> security contribution (~\u20ac300\/month), regardless of income.<\/li>\n<li>Sociedad Limitada (SL): A limited liability company, the go-to for most startups. Minimum capital: \u20ac3,000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tax and compliance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>New businesses enjoy a reduced corporate tax rate of 15% for the first two years of profit (standard rate is 25%). VAT (IVA) sits at 21%, and if you\u2019re hiring, you\u2019ll need to register with Spanish social security.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visa_pathways_for_non-EU_founders\"><\/span>Visa pathways for non-EU founders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Moving to Valencia from outside the EU means securing a residence permit \u2014 but Spain offers startup-friendly pathways.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Entrepreneur Visa (<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exteriores.gob.es\/Consulados\/londres\/en\/ServiciosConsulares\/Paginas\/Consular\/Visado-para-emprendedor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ley de Emprendedores<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This visa is tailored for innovative ventures that contribute to Spain\u2019s economy. Key requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Scalable business model with economic potential<\/li>\n<li>Solid business plan<\/li>\n<li>Proof of funding and health insurance<\/li>\n<li>Clean criminal record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll first submit your plan to the Spanish Economic and Commercial Office. Upon <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>roval, you apply for the visa via your local Spanish consulate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Self-Employed Visa (Aut\u00f3nomo)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>More suitable for freelancers or non-scalable businesses. It demands a viable business plan, qualifications, and financial means to support yourself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Health insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spain requires private, no-copay, comprehensive health coverage for most visa applicants. Insurers like Innoinsure cater specifically to startup founders and expats.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-step_Launching_a_business_in_Valencia\"><\/span>Step-by-step: Launching a business in Valencia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a local or newly arrived, here\u2019s how to set up shop:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Obtain NIE \u2014 Your tax ID number for all official interactions.<\/li>\n<li>Choose legal structure \u2014 Decide between Aut\u00f3nomo or SL.<\/li>\n<li>Register business name \u2014 With Spain\u2019s Mercantile Registry.<\/li>\n<li>Open a bank account \u2014 Essential for operations and depositing capital.<\/li>\n<li>Sign incorporation deed \u2014 Via notary for SL companies.<\/li>\n<li>Get your CIF (Company Tax ID) \u2014 From the tax office.<\/li>\n<li>Register for social security \u2014 Especially if hiring staff.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tap_into_funding_and_support\"><\/span>Tap into funding and support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Valencia isn\u2019t just pretty beaches \u2014 it\u2019s investing in brains.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivace.es\/index.php\/val\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">IVACE<\/a> (Valencian Institute of Business Competitiveness) offers grants and subsidies for innovation.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/lanzadera.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lanzadera<\/a>, Spain\u2019s answer to Y Combinator, incubates hundreds of startups per year with funding and mentoring.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bigban.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">BigBAN Angels<\/a> connects local startups with seasoned investors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The EU also offers broader support via <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu\/funding\/funding-opportunities\/funding-programmes-and-open-calls\/horizon-europe_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Horizon Europe<\/a> and related innovation grants.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coworking_and_accelerators\"><\/span>Coworking and accelerators<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wayco.es\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Wayco<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/vortexcoworking.es\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Vortex<\/a> offer dynamic, founder-filled workspaces.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/lanzadera.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lanzadera<\/a> accelerator, backed by Mercadona\u2019s founder, also offers office spaces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To find out if Valencia is the right spot to set up shop, a great way to test the waters is to check out <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/vds.tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">VDS 2025<\/a> taking place on October 22 \u2013 23. 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