The article discusses how Spain's growing number of foreign self-employed workers is helping to bolster the economy amidst a demographic shift. In March 2025, the self-employed foreign workforce reached nearly 471,755, nearly 14% of total self-employed, following a 92% increase since 2015. Predominantly from Colombia, Morocco, and Venezuela, these workers are thriving in sectors like trade, hospitality, and notably, highly skilled industries such as IT and healthcare. Their contributions counteract the decline in native-born Spaniards and address concerns of 'tourismphobia' in popular tourist areas.
Spain's population has soared by 75,865 to a record high of 49,153,849, driven largely by an influx of foreign self-employed workers.
Foreign self-employed workers now constitute almost 14% of all registered self-employed in Spain, marking a remarkable 92% increase since 2015.
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