Requirements for residence in Andorra

It is essential to obtain a residence permit to live in Andorra. There are several types of permits, which are adapted to different needs and which are detailed below:

Obtaining an ACTIVE Residence

This type of residence is intended for people whose home is permanent in Andorra and whose center of economic and vital interests will be located in the Principality. The requirements for this type of residence are to reside more than 183 days a year permanently and effectively in Andorra. In conclusion, this type of residence is focused on persons whose main objective is to work in the territory. In turn, there are two types of Active Residence permits:

Residence for self-employed work:

Requirements for obtaining residency in Andorra:
Make a deposit of €50,000 at the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority). This deposit is not paid and is recoverable if you stop residing in Andorra
Constitution of an Andorran company in which more than 34% of the share capital is owned
Have an effective management position in the Administrative Body
Contribution to the Andorran Social Security Fund
Criminal record certificate from your current country of residence and your nationality.
Rental contract or deed of purchase of an Andorran property.
Medical examination at the Immigration Service.
All foreign documents must be legalized or with the apostille of The Hague.
Passport, Certificate of Marital Status, and Curriculum Vitae
In the case of liberal professionals, professional association or affiliation to a professional association
In December 2022, other legal figures have been approved by law, such as the digital nomad (such as a work permit without residence) or the entrepreneur (linked to the digital sector and innovation). These cases are also exempt from the deposit of €50,000 in the AFA. For the 2023 financial year, 50 quotas have been granted for each figure.

Residence for work as an Employee:

You must have an employment contract with an Andorran company. Companies are obliged to prioritize hiring nationals and residents but receive permits for foreign employees yearly.
Authorized immigration application for active residents. It should be done by the company that hires you.
Criminal record certificate from your current country of residence and your nationality.
Passport, certificate of marital status, and curriculum vitae.
Rental contract or deed of purchase of an Andorran property.
A medical check-up at the Immigration Service

Obtaining PASSIVE Residence

With passive residence, you can reside in Andorra without carrying out any activity. Passive residence implies residing in Andorra for at least 90 days per calendar year. This residence is focused on those who do not have the main objective of working in Andorra, since it basically works to live in the country. This residence allows the development of economic activities through capital companies in which you are a participating partner, and beneficiary of the result via dividend distribution. In the case of good Tax planning, you could even obtain tax residence in Andorra.

Non-Profit Passive Residence:

The Non-Profit residence is aimed at people who have assets or international businesses and who decide to become residents in Andorra solely to live, with the possibility of managing their assets and businesses. The requirements are:
Make an investment in Andorran assets for €600,000 (to subtract the amount lent on deposit):
- Real estate located in the territory of the Principality *
- Participations in the share capital or own funds of companies resident in the Principality
- Debt or financial instruments issued by entities resident in the Principality
- Public debt instruments issued by any public Administration of the Principality of Andorra
- Life insurance products contracted with entities resident in the Principality of Andorra.
Deposit €47,500 in the AFA (recoverable and unpaid) and €9,500 in the AFA for each dependent.
Administrative fees of €2,500 in the AFA for the holder
Have financial means equivalent to three times the minimum annual salary to maintain the owner and his dependents in Andorra.
Acquire or rent a home in Andorra
No criminal record
Have private medical insurance coverage
*One of the properties purchased must have a minimum value of €400,000. The amount required can be reduced from €600,000 to €400,000, in case of investing in the government Housing Fund

Residence for professionals with international projection

This residency profile is aimed at Professionals with international activity and without substantially intervening in the Andorran market, whose services can be provided remotely. These professionals can be programmers, advisers or traders, influencers and digital nomads. This residence permit is valid for 2 years, and must be renewed for 2 more years and with a 3-year extension. After 7 years, the next renewal will be for 10 years.

Deposit €50,000 in the AFA (recoverable and unpaid) and €9,500 in the AFA for each dependent.
Have sufficient financial means to maintain the owner and his dependents in Andorra.
Medical, disability and old age insurance with coverage for Andorra.
Accreditation of a viable business plan
Provide at least 85% of its activity outside the principality.
Headquarters of activity in Andorra.
Hiring a maximum of 1 person under labor regime

Residence for reasons of scientific, cultural and sporting interest

This type of residence does not require a mandatory investment either, as long as sufficient qualification and professionalism is demonstrated, as well as proof of income from the corresponding field. This residence is designed for those people who have been recognized for their achievements. This residence permit will have to be renewed after the first year and then every three years.

Deposit €40,500 in the AFA (recoverable and unpaid) and €9,500 in the AFA for each dependent.
Have sufficient financial means to maintain the owner and his dependents in Andorra.
Medical, disability and old age insurance with coverage for Andorra.
Accreditation of a viable business plan
Provide at least 85% of its activity outside the principality.

Obtaining a residence permit for regrouping

Presently, residents in Andorra can regroup their family members (depending on the nationality, the time for regrouping varies) so that the resident family member can apply to the Immigration Service for their family members’ residence. Reunification can be requested for the following family members:

Spouse or unmarried partner of the applicant.
Minor children.
Adult children
Ascendants and retired persons dependent on the resident and over 65 years of age.
Persons under legal guardianship or children of the partner.

In the case of passive residences, the residence processing for regrouped persons is carried out at the same time as the residence of the primary holder.

Obtaining temporary residence

Annually, the Government of Andorra sets several work permits for foreigners that companies can hire. This quota gives preference to Spanish, French, and Portuguese foreign residents, European Union residents, and other countries. Therefore, it is essential to have a job offer to obtain residency in Andorra, and the hiring company carries out the paperwork.

We also offer modifications, renewals, cancellations of residency, recovery of AFA deposits, and procedures linked to the Employment Service to help you search for employees and personnel selection.

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