CountrypediaSpain
~33%
Employer Cost
40h
Max Work Week
22 days
Min Vacation
2 months
Probation
Overview
Spain is a gateway to the European market, with a highly skilled workforce, strong labor protections, and an attractive quality of life. Madrid and Barcelona are major tech and business centers. As an EU member, hiring in Spain gives access to the European single market and talent pool.
Remote Work & Tech
Remote Adoption
74% of tech companies offer remote; Ley de Teletrabajo (2021) regulates it
Digital Nomad Visa
Digital Nomad Visa available since 2023 (up to 5 years)
Internet Speed
Average 115 Mbps (fiber penetration among highest in EU)
Coworking Cost
$150-300 USD/month in Madrid
Tech Talent Pool
~250,000 software developers, strong EU talent pipeline
Employment Costs
Avg Developer Salary
$3,500 - $6,000 USD/month (mid-senior)
Employer Cost on Top
30-35% of gross salary
Total Cost Example
A $4,500 salary costs ~$5,940 total
Minimum Wage
~$1,250 USD/month (14 payments/year)
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Contract Types
Indefinite (preferred), fixed-term (limited to 6-12 months), training
Probation Period
2 months (6 months for qualified technicians)
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Overtime
80 hours/year max; 75% surcharge or time off