Hey Mick,
I think the upshot is that it's easier to start a small business in Spain than it is to get a work permit (and takes a lot less time), but it doesn't really give you the right to live and work in Spain. You have to apply for a residency visa apart from the business. I was going to try setting up a business in Spain for that purpose, but the lawyers I spoke to told me that it's not a surefire way to get residency.
You can find out some info about setting up a business in Spain here:
Setting up a Business in Spain
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Originally Posted by Mick-1
Hi Dimdem. I'm an American moving from Dubai to Sevilla, Spain. I was wondering since you posted your question 4 months back, would you know if a US citizen wanted to start a small business in Spain rather than work for a company, would it be easier to get residency, or work visa?
Any insight would be helpful.
Thanks.Mick
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