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Residency in Andorra: How to establish yourself in the country

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We assist you in selecting the appropriate residency permit and manage the entire process on your behalf.

Establishing yourself in Andorra is not merely a matter of choice. It necessitates fulfilling a series of requirements and understanding how your situation aligns with the country’s fiscal, legal, and administrative framework.

At Avincla, we analyze your case prior to initiating the process and identify the most suitable residency pathway.

We support you throughout the preparation and management of your application to mitigate risks, avoid unnecessary steps, and proceed from a solid foundation.

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Types of residency in Andorra

Which residency in Andorra suits you

The type of residency in Andorra depends on your professional and financial situation, and how it aligns with the country’s legal framework.

Identifying the appropriate pathway from the outset is key to avoiding errors, delays, or complications in obtaining residency.

Select the option that best suits your case:

If you wish to live and work in the Principality, the most common option is active residency.

It is intended for those who wish to carry out their activity in Andorra, whether as an employee or as a self-employed individual, and requires meeting specific labor or business conditions from the start.

Active Residency Requirements

If you would like to live in the Principality but your economic activity is conducted outside of Andorra, non-lucrative residency may be the most suitable option.

This type of residency is designed for those who wish to live in Andorra without engaging in professional activity within the country, typically individuals with recurring income, investors, or professionals with activities outside the territory. It requires proof of financial means, making an investment in the country, and complying with established residency conditions.

Passive Residency Requirements

If your case does not fit the standard options, there are residency modalities designed for more specific situations.

These types of residency include profiles linked to scientific, cultural, or sporting activities, as well as specific personal or professional circumstances. They require an individual analysis to determine the appropriate pathway and the requirements applicable in each case.

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Requirements

General conditions for obtaining residency in Andorra

There are a series of common conditions that apply in most cases:

  • Establishing effective residency in the country (minimum of 183 days per year for active residencies)
  • Having a home in Andorra (owned or rented)
  • No criminal record
  • Passing a medical examination
  • Providing proof of personal status (marital status, background, etc.)
  • Demonstrating sufficient financial capacity according to the type of residency

These conditions are the starting point. From here, each type of residency requires specific requirements that should be analyzed in detail.

Active residency

Active residency in Andorra: Working or starting a business

If your goal is to carry out a professional activity in Andorra, you will need an active residency. This is the permit that allows you to work in the country, whether as an employee or by developing your own business activity.

In both cases, it is necessary to establish effective residency in Andorra and fulfill a series of specific conditions, in addition to the general residency requirements.

Intended for those working for an Andorran company under an employment contract. Usually, the company itself initiates the process, taking into account the available quotas according to sector and position.

To apply for this type of residency, it is necessary to provide:

  • Rental agreement or property deed in Andorra
  • Curriculum Vitae and educational qualifications
  • Marital status certificate
  • Personal documentation: Criminal record certificate and documentation proving your personal status

Designed for those who wish to start a business or develop their business activity in Andorra. It also requires obtaining foreign investment authorization to incorporate a company in the country.

It is necessary to:

  • Have a significant stake in the company
  • Perform duties within the administrative body
  • Make a deposit with the AFA
  • In regulated professions, have professional registration or authorization
  • Contribute to the CASS
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Passive residency

Passive residency without lucrative activity: Living in Andorra without working

It is designed for those who wish to establish their residency in Andorra without carrying out a professional activity in the country.

It is a common option for individuals with assets or income outside the territory who seek to reside in a stable environment, with legal certainty and a favorable fiscal framework.

To obtain residency without lucrative activity (passive) in Andorra, it is necessary to fulfill a series of conditions proving that you can reside in the country without carrying out a professional activity within its territory.

Main requirements:

  • Minimum stay in the country: You must reside in Andorra for the number of days required by current regulations.
  • Private health insurance: It is necessary to have health, disability, and old-age insurance with coverage in Andorra.
  • Investment in the country: Each type of residency without labor activity requires making an investment in Andorran assets under the established conditions.
  • Sufficient financial capacity: You must prove that you have sufficient financial means to reside in Andorra without the need to work in the country.
  • Housing in Andorra: It is necessary to have a home in the country, whether owned or rented.
  • Personal documentation: Criminal record certificate and documentation proving your personal status.
  • Make a deposit with the AFA
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