Spain Exports, Trade Data and Export Support Programs
Spain Exports, Trade Data and Export Support
Export Data (Instance 1)
Exports represent 29.53% of Spain’s GDP. Main destination countries: France (16.24%), Germany (10.44%), Italy (8.62%). Spain had a trade deficit: imports > exports. Coverage rate: 84.79% (exports could only pay for 84.79% of imports).
ICEX (Institute of Foreign Trade)
ICEX promotes exports and international business. Key activities include:
- Provides market information (economy, laws, business opportunities).
- Connects Spanish companies with international partners.
- Offers tools for export operations.
- Provides financial aid and subsidies.
- Manages nearly 200 offices worldwide.
Spanish Chamber of Commerce
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce represents and coordinates all regional chambers. Main actions and services:
- International expansion plan for SMEs.
- Internships and dual vocational training.
- Support for entrepreneurship.
- Mediation and commercial arbitration.
Department of Business and Employment (Generalitat)
Offers information and support in:
- Commerce
- Business creation and entrepreneurship
- Industry policies
- Training and labor regulations
ACCIÓ — Catalan Agency for Competitiveness
ACCIÓ boosts the growth, innovation, and internationalization of the Catalan business fabric. Specialized in:
- Innovation
- Technology
- Internationalization (100+ countries)
Catalan Chambers of Commerce
- Export initiation programs
- Digital marketing actions
- Commercial missions
- Market information (Europe, Latin America, emerging markets)
- Partner search and recovery of unpaid invoices
- B2B networking events
EU Programmes
The EU plays a strong role in international trade, representing 20% of the world’s GDP and participating in organizations such as the WTO, IMF and World Bank.
XPANDE
XPANDE helps SMEs in Spain. Phases and support:
- Advisory phase and financial aid phase
- Duration: 12 months
- Up to 80% of costs covered
- Maximum aid: €200,000
Export Data (Instance 2)
Exports represent 29.53% of Spain’s GDP. Main destination countries: France (16.24%), Germany (10.44%), Italy (8.62%). Spain had a trade deficit: imports > exports. Coverage rate: 84.79% (exports could only pay for 84.79% of imports).
ICEX (Institute of Foreign Trade)
ICEX promotes exports and international business. Key activities include:
- Provides market information (economy, laws, business opportunities).
- Connects Spanish companies with international partners.
- Offers tools for export operations.
- Provides financial aid and subsidies.
- Manages nearly 200 offices worldwide.
Spanish Chamber of Commerce
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce represents and coordinates all regional chambers. Main actions and services:
- International expansion plan for SMEs.
- Internships and dual vocational training.
- Support for entrepreneurship.
- Mediation and commercial arbitration.
Department of Business and Employment (Generalitat)
Offers information and support in:
- Commerce
- Business creation and entrepreneurship
- Industry policies
- Training and labor regulations
ACCIÓ — Catalan Agency for Competitiveness
ACCIÓ boosts the growth, innovation, and internationalization of the Catalan business fabric. Specialized in:
- Innovation
- Technology
- Internationalization (100+ countries)
Catalan Chambers of Commerce
- Export initiation programs
- Digital marketing actions
- Commercial missions
- Market information (Europe, Latin America, emerging markets)
- Partner search and recovery of unpaid invoices
- B2B networking events
EU Programmes
The EU plays a strong role in international trade, representing 20% of the world’s GDP and participating in organizations such as the WTO, IMF and World Bank.
XPANDE
XPANDE helps SMEs in Spain. Phases and support:
- Advisory phase and financial aid phase
- Duration: 12 months
- Up to 80% of costs covered
- Maximum aid: €200,000