Applying for residency in Andorra: documents, timeframes and costs
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The short answer
An Andorran residency application brings together identity documents, a criminal record certificate, proof of housing, health insurance, proof of resources and the documents specific to the status. Timeframes and fees vary: the values currently in force are shown with their date.
Document checklist (template)
The exact list depends on the status. Here is the usual core, to be compared with the official form of the day:
| Document | Note |
|---|---|
| Valid passport or identity card | Certified copies if requested |
| Passport photos | Official format |
| Criminal record extract | Recent; allow time to obtain it |
| Proof of housing in Andorra | Lease or title deed |
| Health insurance certificate | Cover valid in Andorra |
| Proof of resources | Statements, tax notices, contracts |
| Birth certificate / family record book | For the spouse and children |
| Documents specific to the status | Activity authorisation, proof of investment… |
| Bank certificate | Account opened or in progress |
Verified timeframes and costs
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Amount set by the administration, to be confirmed at filing |
| Processing time, active residency | Not guaranteed; to be asked of the immigration department at filing |
Recommended order
- Choose the status. See the overview.
- Start the criminal record certificate and the civil status documents (the slowest to obtain).
- Find housing and health insurance.
- Open the bank account. See personal account.
- Submit the complete application.
- Organise your arrival with the 90-day checklist.
Mistakes that cost weeks
- Expired documents (criminal record, certificates) at the time of filing.
- A non-compliant or unsigned lease.
- Bank account requested too late.
- Application filed for the wrong status.
What the law requires of every applicant for residency without work
For residencies without gainful, professional or scientific, cultural and sporting activity, the main applicant must:
- Be of full age (or an emancipated minor) and not be legally incapacitated by court decision.
- Prove sufficient financial means for themselves and their dependants throughout the term of the permit.
- Show sickness, disability and old-age cover valid in Andorra for themselves and their dependants (sickness only for minors and those over sixty).
- Prove that they are the owner or tenant of compliant housing, or that they have begun the purchase of a home to be completed within 12 monthsverified on 12/10/2026.
Payments by status
| Status | Payment or deposit | Refundable |
|---|---|---|
| Without gainful activity | 50,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 + 12,000 €verified on 09/10/2026 per dependant | No, except in case of initial refusal |
| Self-employed (excluding regulated professions) | 50,000 €verified on 12/10/2026 | No, except in case of initial refusal; exceptions for certain projects |
| Professional with international projection | 47,500 €verified on 12/10/2026 + 9,500 €verified on 12/10/2026 per dependant | Yes, less costs |
| Scientific, cultural or sporting interest | 47,500 €verified on 12/10/2026 + 9,500 €verified on 12/10/2026 per dependant | Yes, less costs |
Timeframes
No official source publishes an average processing time. Applications are processed in chronological order of arrival, and several statuses first go through a reservation with deadlines to prove the conditions (see self-employed residency). A local adviser can give an estimate based on recent files.
Permit durations
Work out your own case
Free simulators, built on the official values of this page.
- Simulator: cost of passive residency (no gainful activity) in AndorraRequired investment, AFA payment and non-refundable cost depending on your family.Open
- Cost of an employee and corporate tax in Andorra: calculatorEmployer contributions, net pay before tax and a company's corporate tax.Open
- Quiz: which residency status in Andorra?A few questions, a clear lead towards the right status.Open
Frequently asked questions
How much time should I allow?
The timeframe depends on the status and on how complete the file is. The verified indicative processing time is shown in the table on this page; add the time needed to gather the documents.
Do French documents have to be translated?
Documents written in French are in practice often accepted, but this must be confirmed for each document. For other languages, a translation may be required.
Do the documents need to be apostilled?
Some documents may require legalisation or an apostille. Check case by case in the official list.
What happens if the file is incomplete?
Processing is delayed, or even suspended, until the file is put right. A checklist avoids this loss of time.
Can I submit the application without housing?
Housing (a lease or title deed) is one of the usual conditions. Organise your search in parallel.
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.