What are the conditions for being a resident in Andorra? Statuses and documents
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The short answer
Conditions vary by status: a contract or an activity authorisation for active residency, an investment of at least 1,000,000 € and a non-refundable payment of 50,000 € to the AFA for residency without gainful activity, and a family tie for reunification.
The common conditions
- Housing in Andorra.
- Health cover.
- Clean criminal record.
- No ground for refusal (fraud, sham family ties, marriage of convenience: new grounds were added by Llei 2/2026).
The conditions by status
| Status | Main condition |
|---|---|
| Active employee | Work authorisation tied to an Andorran employer |
| Active self-employed | A genuine business plan and authorisation |
| Without gainful activity | Investment of at least 1,000,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 in Andorran assets (or 400,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 via the Fons d'Habitatge) |
| Payment to the AFA | 50,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 (holder), 12,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 per dependant, non-refundable |
| Family reunification | Family tie and conditions of the resident |
Which assets are accepted?
For residency without gainful activity: real estate, shareholdings, debt securities, funds, life insurance and non-interest-bearing deposits with the AFA. Debt securities and funds count only for a maximum of 36 months before being reallocated.
Where is the detail?
Passive residency, documents, timelines and costs, overview of statuses.
The conditions of the law for residencies without work
| Condition | What the text says |
|---|---|
| Age and capacity | Adult or emancipated minor, not legally incapacitated by court decision |
| Financial means | Sufficient for the applicant and dependants throughout the duration of the permit |
| Insurance | Health, incapacity and old-age cover valid in Andorra (health only for minors and people over sixty) |
| Housing | Owner or tenant of a compliant home, or a purchase under way to be completed within 12 monthsverified on 12/10/2026 |
| Presence | Main and effective residence of at least 90 daysverified on 12/10/2026 per calendar year |
For residency with work
The company must prove that its need cannot be met locally; the employee may not hold more than 5 %verified on 12/10/2026 of the employer's capital. For self-employment, the shareholding in the company must exceed 34 %verified on 12/10/2026.
The durations
See durations and renewals. For the detail of each status: overview.
Frequently asked questions
What are the conditions for being a resident in Andorra?
They depend on the status: authorised activity, an investment of at least 1,000,000 € for residency without gainful activity, or a family tie. Housing, health insurance and a clean criminal record are required.
Is the payment to the AFA refundable?
No, since Llei 2/2026: 50,000 € for the holder and 12,000 € per dependant, unless the initial authorisation is refused.
Can the required investment be reduced?
Yes, to 400,000 € when the investment is made in the Fons d'Habitatge.
Going further
Official sources
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