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other means have control, either directly or indirectly, of the management of theaforementioned company. The companies that quote in a regulated market of theEuropean Union or other assimilated countries are exempt of this.7. NIF (Provisional Tax Identification Number) before the Spanish Tax Agency(“Agencia Tributaria”). Notaries Public may request the provisional NIF by electronicmeans on behalf of the company.8. Settlement of the Tax on Capital Transfer and Stamp Duty at the relevant paymentoffices according to the address of the company.9. Documents needed in the “Registro Mercantil” –“Companies Register”-.The public deed of incorporation of the company must be submitted. It can be submittedby the Notary Public by electronic means.10. Obtaining of the final NIF before the Tax Agency.11. Fiscal registration of commencement of activity before the Tax Agency, ifappropriate.12. Registration of the company with the Social Security, if appropriate.Which is the most appropriate manner for setting up a company according to mybusiness needs?As a general rule, setting up a business requires the creation of a “sociedad anónima” –“public company (S.A.)”- or a “sociedad de responsabilidad limitada” –“limited liabilitycompany (S.L.)”-- choosing which type of company depends, among other factors, on thestrategy for each business and the activities to be carried out in each specific case.A branch could be more convenient given the fewer legal obligations. A representativeoffice will only be used in the event that the activities carried out are merely those ofcoordination, collaboration or promotion of the head office’s activity....S.A. or S.L.?In general terms, a “sociedad de responsabilidad limitada” –“limited liability company(S.L.)”- is used because:1- It requires contributing less capital.2- It requires less administrative formalities to operate.3- It offers more flexibility for resolutions adopted by the partners.44