What is specific to Spanish companies
Spanish infrastructure companies sometimes start with a project office for a specific contract, then incorporate a subsidiary as their pipeline grows.
How the Spanish side affects the choice
Spain's participation exemption can exempt dividends from qualifying foreign holdings.
Our services
How SU and Company helps
We compare the options against the Spanish parent's plans and give a written recommendation before any filing.
- Activity and FDI route check
- Tax comparison of subsidiary and branch
- Eligibility check for branch or liaison office approval
- Joint venture shareholding and FEMA pricing points
Questions
Is a branch office a good option for a Spanish company?
Only for a narrow, approved activity. A branch is taxed at the foreign company rate and exposes the parent directly, so most groups prefer a subsidiary.
General information as at 5 November 2026, not advice for a particular case. Indian and Spanish rules change often; confirm the current position before acting. Spanish law points should be confirmed with a Spanish adviser.