2026 immigration quotas in Andorra: what is confirmed and what is not
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The short answer
Andorran immigration is subject to quotas set by the government. For 2026, a decree 75/2026 is cited for 200 self-employed residence permits; the general quota figures differ depending on the source and we have not been able to re-read the official texts.
The legal framework
The immigration law requires the government to analyse the quantitative and qualitative needs of the economy, to define a general policy and to set quotas, general and special, by type of authorisation, giving priority to access to work for Andorrans and legally resident foreigners. A foreigner who applies for residence and work outside a special quota obtains authorisation within the limits of the general quota; the cross-border worker authorisation follows the same logic. Applications are processed in chronological order of arrival: see documents, timelines and costs.
What the sources say for 2026
| Item | What is reported | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Residence and work authorisations for self-employed people | 200 places for professionals, entrepreneurs and investors, cited as decree 75/2026 | Private source: official gazette text not re-read |
| General quota | One source reports 800 authorisations (624 residence and work, 176 cross-border) approved on 29 April 2026 | Private source |
| Extension | One source mentions an increase of 250 authorisations in June 2026; another a one-off extension of 150 (135 residence and work, 15 cross-border); a third says the general quota is exhausted | Conflicting sources |
| Review | The government began a review of the general and seasonal quotas in September 2026 | Press announcement |
We do not publish any quota figure as established: the amounts differ from one source to another and no official text could be re-read.
What this changes for your project
- A complete file does not guarantee an immediate authorisation if the quota is exhausted.
- The reservation of the self-employed authorisation starts legal time limits: 3 monthsverified on 12/10/2026 for a regulated profession, 6 monthsverified on 12/10/2026 for other cases: see self-employed residency.
- Residence permits without work (passive, international projection, remote work) do not depend on the same quota: see the overview.
How to stay informed
Consult the official gazette for quota decrees and ask the immigration department, before any filing, whether a quota is open for your type of authorisation.
Frequently asked questions
How many active residence permits are available in 2026?
A decree 75/2026 is cited for 200 self-employed authorisations, but we have not been able to re-read the official text.
Is the general quota exhausted?
Some sources say so; figures and dates differ, so check with the immigration department.
Going further
Official sources
This information is general and is not personalised legal, tax or financial advice. It is verified as of the date shown and may change.