Practical, up-to-date guides on the most common legal questions in El Salvador, prepared by the Legal Spot team. Each guide first covers the basics, explains the legal basis, and, when applicable, includes a calculator for your specific case.

Employment

Benefits, holidays, and obligations of employers and employees under the Labor Code. View the service

AnalysisAugust Holidays 2026: Which Days Are Holidays and How Should Employees Be Paid If They Work?Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X-Twitter With the August holidays approaching, businesses need to plan their schedules, shifts, closures, and…AnalysisMinistry of Labor sets operating criteria for applying the Quincena 25 bonusThe guidelines outline how companies must calculate and pay this mandatory benefit starting in 2027, as well as the applicable rules…

Business and Taxation

How to Incorporate a Company and How Individuals and Businesses Are Taxed in El Salvador. View the service

AnalysisFree S.A.S. registration in El Salvador: the extension remains in effect until December 2026Free registration of Simplified Joint-Stock Companies (S.A.S.) in El Salvador remains in effect through December 2026. What is an S.A.S., and how can you take advantage of the extension?.Analysis2026 Reform to El Salvador's International Services Law: what your company needs to knowThe 2026 amendment to El Salvador’s International Services Act introduces significant changes for businesses, investors, and tax benefits.AnalysisEl Salvador Expands Incentives for Companies That Expand Their InvestmentsThe Legislative Assembly approved reforms that reduce the length of service required to qualify for tax benefits, include business groups, and amend the…

Foreigners and Investment

Residency, long-term stays, and property purchases for foreigners and Salvadorans living abroad. View the service

AnalysisCondominium Management Regulations: What Happens If There Are None and How to Regularize Them?Did you know that in El Salvador there is a specific regulatory framework governing real estate ownership of condominiums and apartments, establishing…

Trademarks and Data Protection

Trademark Registration Under the New Law and Compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act. View the service

AnalysisPrivate Companies No Longer Required to Appoint a Data Protection Officer in El SalvadorThe reform eliminates the mandatory appointment of this position, but maintains companies' responsibilities regarding data protection…AnalysisThe Data Protection Officer: Importance, Duties and New GuidelinesUpdate (September 2026): On September 17, 2026, the Legislative Assembly amended the Personal Data Protection Act…

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