Setting up a construction, renovation or trades business in Andorra
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The short answer
For construction and renovation, the regime is: a licence or authorisation specific to the activity. The decisive points are: licences, insurance and labour, the legal form (SL) and the steps specific to the activity. A company created by a non-resident first goes through foreign investment authorisation.
In brief
| Criterion | Value |
|---|---|
| Regime | Licence or authorisation specific to the activity |
| Common form | SL |
| Point of caution | Licences, insurance and labour |
| Minimum capital of an SL | 3,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 |
| Corporate income tax | 10 %verified on 09/10/2026 |
Who it is for
Masons, plumbers, electricians, painters, joiners, renovation contractors and building tradespeople.
What to know before you start
- An activity licence and qualifications may be required depending on the trade.
- Liability insurance is essential on building sites.
- Qualified labour is in demand: allow for employer contributions and conditions of stay.
- Private contracts (co-ownerships, individuals) dominate: references and reputation count.
- The building season is limited at altitude: scheduling is a challenge.
The steps specific to this activity
- Check the qualifications and licences required for the trade.
- Take out insurance.
- Organise hiring and contributions.
Before these steps, a company created by a non-resident goes through foreign investment authorisation: decision within 2 monthsverified on 09/10/2026, with silence meaning refusal. See the incorporation steps.
The cost of an employee
If you hire, the employer contribution to the CASS is 15.5 %verified on 09/10/2026 of gross salary. Simulate your real cost:
Calculate the cost of an employee
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Figures common to every activity
| Subject | Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Corporate income tax | 10 %verified on 09/10/2026 |
| IGI | General rate of 4.5 %verified on 09/10/2026; below 40,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 of turnover, you are not considered a business operator |
| Minimum capital of an SL | 3,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 |
| Employee on the legal minimum | 1,568.66 €verified on 09/10/2026 gross + 15.5 %verified on 09/10/2026 employer contribution |
| Foreign investment authorisation | Decision within 2 monthsverified on 09/10/2026, silence = refusal |
| Annual accounts | Prepared within 6 monthsverified on 12/10/2026, filed within 1 monthsverified on 12/10/2026 after approval |
Which residency to support this activity
Depending on your situation: self-employed residency (stake above 34 %verified on 12/10/2026 in the company and effective management), professional with an international scope if the customers are abroad, or the programme for foreign entrepreneurs. The timeline is detailed in the incorporation steps.
Before launching
Have the regime of your activity validated (free, municipal or government licence, regulated profession), along with the premises and the budget: see registered office and the cost simulator.
Work out your own case
Free simulators, built on the official values of this page.
Frequently asked questions
Can a French tradesperson set up in Andorra?
Yes, with recognition of qualifications and the licences of the trade.
What are the staff costs?
On top of gross salary comes the employer contribution to the CASS: see the employer cost tool.
Is there a slow season?
Yes at altitude, depending on the weather: plan your schedule accordingly.
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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.