Yes. Like any European Union citizen, a Spanish national does not need a residence permit to form and run a company in France, whether resident in France or in Spain. The steps, documents and fees are the same as for a French citizen: €223.56 incl. VAT in legal fees for a SASU in mainland France, at current rates. 
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What changes if you live in Spain
| Topic | In practice |
|---|---|
| Identity | Valid DNI or passport; generally no translation needed |
| Registered office | An address in France is mandatory: an approved domiciliation provider if you have no premises |
| Capital | Deposit into an account in the name of the company in formation, at a bank that accepts non-residents |
| Signature | Articles of association signed electronically, with no need to travel |
Social security if you work in both countries
If a substantial part of your activity (at least 25% of your working time or income) takes place in Spain, where you live, Spanish social security generally applies. If you combine work as an *autónomo* in Spain with the presidency of a French SASU, have your situation confirmed before paying yourself. europa.eu
With LegalRapide
LegalRapide accepts founders who are EU, EEA and Swiss nationals, whether they live in France or abroad. The Essentiel plan is €0 excl. VAT: you pay only the legal fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need an NIE or a French tax number to form the company?
No. The company receives its SIREN number on registration; no personal French tax number is required to form it.
Written by Razvan Toma, founder of LegalRapide. How we check our figures · LinkedIn