Selling property in Andorra: the complete seller's guide
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The short answer
Selling in Andorra follows a precise path: estimate the price, choose a mandate, sign a preliminary contract, pay capital gains tax as an advance, then sign the deed at the notary. Your status (resident or not) and the length of ownership determine your tax.
The path in brief
- Estimate the price using real benchmarks: see estimating your property.
- Prepare the documents: see documents to gather.
- Choose how to sell: see agency and mandate.
- Sign the preliminary contract, then the deed: see the steps of the sale.
- Pay the capital gains tax: see the capital gains guide.
What changes according to your situation
| Your situation | Where to go |
|---|---|
| Resident selling their main home | Exemption for the permanent residence |
| Non-resident or French person who has left Andorra | Selling as a non-resident |
| Quick sale after a purchase | Sale within two years |
| Property held through a company | Selling the shares of a property company |
| You are leaving the country | Selling in order to leave Andorra |
| How much you will be left with | Seller's costs and taxes |
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Benchmarks for a sale
| Subject | Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Sale within two years | 15 %verified on 09/10/2026 including a surcharge of 5 %verified on 09/10/2026 |
| Resident, held for 2 to 5 years | 10 %verified on 09/10/2026 |
| Resident, after 10 yearsverified on 09/10/2026 | Exempt |
| Non-resident, after two years | 10 %verified on 09/10/2026 |
| Tax advance | Within 30 daysverified on 09/10/2026 of the private contract |
| Exemption for the permanent residence | Residence of at least 5 yearsverified on 09/10/2026, reinvestment within 12 monthsverified on 09/10/2026 |
The first question to ask
My status at the time of the sale: resident or non-resident. It changes the tax significantly: see selling in order to leave Andorra.
Selling through an agency in Andorra: choosing your agent and your mandate
To sell through an agency in Andorra, compare the type of mandate (exclusive or simple), the fees and who pays them, the duration, and how the agency presents your property. Ask for references and a written marketing plan, and negotiate before signing.
ReadHow Long Does It Take to Sell a Property in Andorra?
The time to sell in Andorra varies widely depending on the asking price, the parish, the type of property, the season and the quality of the file. The most controllable factor is the initial price; next come preparing the documents and advertising the property.
ReadSelling in Andorra: the list of documents to prepare
To sell in Andorra, prepare the title deed, the land registry reference, co-ownership and charges information, proof of works, your identity and residence documents, and the state of your tax debts. A complete file shortens the sale and reassures the buyer.
ReadEstimating the Price of Your Property in Andorra: Method and Market Benchmarks
To estimate your property in Andorra, start from the official average transaction price (4,569.70 €/m²) and the asking prices in your parish, then adjust for condition, floor, view and charges. Listings are asking prices, not sale prices.
ReadThe steps of a property sale in Andorra, from the mandate to the deed
A sale in Andorra takes place in seven steps: valuation, mandate, viewings, offer, preliminary contract, prepayment of capital gains tax, notarial deed. The preliminary contract sets the conditions; the public deed transfers ownership.
ReadSelling your main home in Andorra: the capital gains exemption
The capital gain on your permanent residence may be exempt if you reinvest in a new permanent home within 12 months. A foreigner must show at least 5 years of residence, have no debt owed to the administration and expressly request the exemption.
ReadSeller's costs and taxes in Andorra: what you really keep
The seller mainly bears capital gains tax, agency fees if a mandate exists, the release of any mortgage and certain deed costs. The property transfer tax, for its part, is payable by the buyer. Each item is negotiated or costed in advance.
ReadCapital gain on property in Andorra: rates, holding period and exemptions
Since 1 January 2024, the capital gain on a property sold in Andorra is taxed through IRPF, corporate income tax or non-resident tax. A resident pays 10 % between 2 and 5 years of ownership, then less each year, and nothing beyond 10 years; before 2 years the rate is 15 %.
ReadSelling a property in Andorra as a non-resident: taxes and procedure
A non-resident can sell their property in Andorra, but is taxed at 15 % before 2 years and then 10 %, without the reduction residents enjoy. A deposit is required before the notarial deed. Your tax situation in France must be reviewed in parallel.
ReadSelling a property held by a company in Andorra: sale of shares
Since 2024, selling shares in a company whose assets consist at least half of real estate located in Andorra is taxed as a sale of real estate, even where no more than one fifth of the ownership changes. The tax and the advance payment follow the logic of a direct sale.
ReadSelling your home to leave Andorra: status, tax and timeline
Leaving Andorra by selling your home requires the right order of steps: your status as resident or non-resident at the date of sale determines the tax, and the permanent residence exemption presupposes reinvestment. Have the timeline validated before signing.
ReadReselling a property in Andorra within 2 years: speculation surcharge
Selling a property less than 2 years after buying it triggers the highest rate: 15 % of the gain, speculation surcharge of 5 % included. The same rate applies to residents and non-residents.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have to be a resident to sell property in Andorra?
No. A non-resident can sell, but their capital gains tax follows its own rules, with no reduction based on length of ownership.
Is a notary compulsory?
Yes. The sale of a property is concluded by a public deed before a notary, who requires proof of payment of the advance on capital gains tax.
How long does a sale take?
It depends on the price, the local market and how well the file is prepared. See the page on timelines for the factors that matter.
How much tax is due on a property capital gain?
It depends on the length of ownership and your status: see the scale on the seller's costs and taxes page.
When is the tax paid?
An advance is due within 30 days of the private contract, or on the day of the deed.
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.