Residency in Andorra 2026: Types, Requirements and Process

Moving to Andorra requires a residence permit, and the type of permit depends on what you are going to do here: work for an Andorran company, set up your own business or live off your income. In 2025 and 2026 the conditions changed considerably (higher investment, non-refundable contributions and smaller quotas), so this updated guide covers every type of residency, the real requirements and how to choose the right one for you.

The three main routes in 2026

Employed: with an employment contract in Andorra. This is the most common route.
Self-employed: setting up or running your own company. Requires a non-refundable €50,000 contribution to the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) and living here for more than 183 days a year.
Passive: without working in the country. Requires an investment of €1M, a non-refundable €50,000 contribution and a minimum of 90 days a year.

Types of residency in Andorra

Type	Who it is for	Key requirements	Minimum days
Employed	Workers with a contract from an Andorran company	Employment contract and available quota	Effective residence (more than 183 days)
Temporary	Seasonal workers (winter and summer)	Seasonal contract	Length of the contract
Self-employed	Entrepreneurs and directors of their own company	More than 34% of the company, a directorship and €50,000 non-refundable to the AFA	More than 183 days
Passive	People living off investment income, investors and retirees with assets	€1M in Andorran assets (properties worth more than €800,000 each), €50,000 non-refundable and sufficient income	90 days
International professional	Those who work from Andorra for clients abroad	At least 85% of turnover from outside Andorra and €50,000 non-refundable	90 days
Scientific, cultural or sporting interest	Individuals of recognised standing	Proof of the significance of the activity	90 days

Active residency as an employee

If an Andorran company hires you, it is the company that starts the application for your residence and work permit, within the annual quota set by the Govern (Andorran Government). You will need a passport, a criminal record certificate, the contract and an address in Andorra. Once granted, you must actually live in the country and register with your comú (parish council). This is the route taken by the vast majority of new residents.

Self-employed residency: setting up your own company

For entrepreneurs and professionals who set up or run their own company in Andorra. Since Llei 2/2026:

You must hold more than 34% of the company and a directorship.
You contribute €50,000 to the AFA on a non-refundable basis (previously a refundable deposit). Projects in the digital economy, innovation or high technological value are exempt.
You must provide proof of the investment within 6 months and live in Andorra for more than 183 days a year.
2026 quota: 200 permits (150 for investment or business, 30 for liberal professions and 20 for doctors).

The steps for setting up the company are in our guide how to set up a company in Andorra.

Passive residency: living in Andorra without working here

This is the option for those who live off their income or assets. The current requirements are:

Investment of €1,000,000 in Andorran assets. If it is in property, each property must be worth more than €800,000.
€50,000 non-refundable to the AFA, plus €12,000 for each dependant.
Income of at least 300% of the minimum wage, plus 100% for each dependant.
Health insurance and a minimum of 90 days a year in Andorra.
2026 quota: 200 permits.

If you want your home to be the basis of that investment, we explain it with a worked example in our guide to passive residency through property investment.

Usual documentation

Valid passport.
Criminal record certificate from your country (and from any countries where you have lived), legalised or apostilled.
Address in Andorra: rental contract or title deed.
Medical certificate (a medical check-up is also carried out in Andorra).
Health insurance if you do not pay into the CASS (Andorran social security).
Financial documentation depending on the type of residency: contract, business plan, proof of investment or income.

The step that holds most people up: housing

Every route requires an address in Andorra, and the rental market is under severe pressure: in Q3 2026 there were fewer than a hundred flats advertised for rent across the whole country, with an average rent of around €3,000/month. That is why more and more relocating families are choosing to buy outright. We can help you find the right home for your type of residency: browse our properties for sale or read our guide how to buy a house in Andorra.

Residency and tax

Holding a residence card is not the same as being tax resident. To be taxed in Andorra (maximum income tax of 10%) you need to live here for more than 183 days a year or have the centre of your economic interests here. All the taxes are covered in our guide to taxes in Andorra 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What do you need to live in Andorra?

A residence permit: work-based (employed or self-employed) or passive (without gainful activity). All of them require a passport, a criminal record certificate, an address in Andorra and health insurance, plus the financial requirements of each type.

How much money do you need for passive residency in Andorra?

Since February 2026, €1,000,000 invested in Andorran assets, €50,000 non-refundable to the AFA (€12,000 more per dependant) and income of at least 300% of the minimum wage.

Can I live in Andorra if I work remotely for a foreign company?

The usual route is residency as a professional with international reach (at least 85% of turnover from outside Andorra) or setting up your own Andorran company with self-employed residency.

How long does it take to get residency in Andorra?

It depends on the type and the quota available. With a complete application, 1 to 3 months is typical. The 2026 quotas are small, so it is advisable to apply early.

Does buying a house in Andorra give you the right to live there?

Not on its own. The property serves as your address for any type of residency and can form part of the passive residency investment if it is worth more than €800,000.

Thinking about moving to Andorra?

We will advise you on the home you need for your type of residency and put you in touch with lawyers specialising in immigration.

Let's talk about your move

Sources: Llei 2/2026 (report by the Economy Committee of the Consell General, January 2026); immigration quotas approved by the Govern for 2026; Q3 2026 rental data (property portals). For information only: immigration requirements change frequently. Confirm your situation with the Servei d'Immigració or a specialist lawyer.

Updated on 18/10/2026