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How much does it cost to be self-employed?

Use our 2026 self-employed contribution calculator to see how much you may need to invoice each month to reach your target take-home income. We’ll also estimate your self-employed contribution, flat rate and income tax.

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Only sole traders and limited company (SL) directors in Spain can apply. Ts&Cs apply.


This page is just a general guide. It’s not personal tax advice, and your situation might be different from what we’ve described here. If you’re not sure what to do, it’s best to speak to a tax adviser or gestor.

You'd need to invoice €1851 a month to take home €1500. Monthly cuota €89, income tax €262.
Your autónomo status

How much do you want to bring home each month?

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How much do you want to bring home each month?
€200€5,000

Select your contribution

Your cuota goes into Social Security. It covers your pension, sick pay, and parental leave — amongst other things.

Reasonable cover without stretching your budget now.

Estimated monthly cuota for a year
€89(Tarifa plana)
After 12 months tarifa plana
approx. €568 a month
After tarifa plana, you'd need to invoice€2,330
Take home €1,500Cuota €568Tax €262

Save €479 a month in cuota for your first year

You'd need to invoice

€1,851

for your first 12 months.

excluding IVA.

Take home €1,500Cuota €89Tax €262

Your final amounts will vary. This is a rough guide.

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