Money & Taxes
Unemployment Benefit in Spain: Who Qualifies, How Much, How Long
The paro is calculated from your last six months of contributions and lasts up to two years. Here is how it works for residents in Catalonia.
Tag: Social Security
Money & Taxes
How to Register as Autónomo in Spain: Tax Census, RETA and Fees
Self-employed workers in Spain register twice, with the Agencia Tributaria and with Social Security. This is the order, the 2026 income brackets and the flat rate for newcomers.
Money & Taxes
How to Get a Spanish Social Security Number in Barcelona
You need a Social Security number before your first payslip in Spain. It can be requested online in a few minutes or at a Social Security office in Barcelona.