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Brand-new 140 m² apartment with private garden in White Angel, Andorra la Vella
- 3 bed.
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Living in Andorra · Updated October 2026
Living and training in Andorra as an athlete
Cyclists, skiers, trail runners and professional athletes choose Andorra for altitude, environment and tax. Here is how to settle in.
840–2,942 mof altitude to train
10%top income tax rate
~300 kmof ski slopes
3 hto Barcelona and Toulouse
Why Andorra is the perfect base camp
- Altitude training on your doorstep: mountain passes, trails and ski resorts minutes from home.
- A top income tax rate of 10%, with no wealth or inheritance tax, in a short career where every season counts.
- Peace, safety and privacy in a small country used to elite athletes living among locals.
- Barcelona and Toulouse airports about 3 hours away by road for travelling to competitions.
Which residency fits you
Depending on your situation, these are the most common routes:
| Sporting, cultural or scientific interest | For athletes with international standing: you must prove the relevance of your activity, meet the financial requirements set by law and live here at least 90 days a year |
|---|---|
| International profile professional | If at least 85% of your income comes from outside Andorra (teams, sponsors, prize money), with a €50,000 contribution and 90 days a year |
| Self-employed | If you manage your image rights or activity through an Andorran company, with more than 183 days a year |
What it means in numbers
On £200,000 of salary you keep about £171,000 net in Andorra, compared with about £117,800 in the UK. The taxation of prize money, contracts with foreign teams and image rights depends on each case and on the treaties: we can put you in touch with advisers who specialise in athletes.
The home you need
A house or a large flat with a garage (bikes, skis, kit), close to the mountains and well connected. Ordino, La Massana and Canillo are athletes' favourite areas; Escaldes-Engordany if you want services and training centres close by.
Houses and flats for athletes
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Encamp · Chalet
House of 746 m² with garden and views in Els Cortals d'Encamp
- 6 bed.
- 8 baths
- 746 m²
3.750.000 €
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Escaldes-Engordany · House
Terraced house of 470 m² with lift in Sacalma, Escaldes-Engordany
- 4 bed.
- 3 baths
- 470 m²
2.800.000 €
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Escaldes-Engordany · Apartment
Renovated 106 m² apartment with terrace and views in La Plana, Escaldes-Engordany
- 2 bed.
- 2 baths
- 106 m²
649.000 €
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Your move, step by step
- Review your current tax residence, contracts and image rights with an adviser.
- Choose the residency route that fits your profile.
- Find a home close to where you train and apply for foreign investment authorisation if you buy.
- Submit your residency application at Immigració with your address in place.
- Move in and document genuine residence (more than 183 days to be tax resident).
Frequently asked questions
Which residency do professional athletes get in Andorra?
With international standing, residency for sporting interest; if almost all your income comes from abroad, the international profile permit; if you operate through an Andorran company, self-employed residency.
Why do so many cyclists live in Andorra?
Altitude (from 840 to almost 3,000 metres), mountain passes, quality of life, safety and a top income tax rate of 10%.
How are prize money and image rights taxed?
It depends on where they are earned and on double tax treaties. It is worth planning with a specialist adviser before you move.
Which area is best for an athlete?
Ordino, La Massana and Canillo for mountains and peace and quiet; Escaldes-Engordany and Andorra la Vella if you prioritise services, gyms and physiotherapists.