Andorra

Andorra visa and residence guide

8 visa types
checked 25 October 2026

How visas for Andorra work

Andorra does not issue tourist visas of its own: it is reached overland through Spain or France, so visitors must meet the Schengen entry rules of those countries. The Government of Andorra reminds non-Schengen nationals that they may not stay more than 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen area for tourism or family visits, and that a longer stay in a Schengen country needs a national visa or authorisation from that country. Travellers whose nationality needs a Schengen visa must therefore obtain one, normally from Spain or France, before travelling to Andorra through its neighbours.

Living or working in Andorra requires an immigration authorisation from the Immigration Service of the Government of Andorra. Most authorisations for newcomers are granted within the quota set by regulation and require the holder to establish residence in Andorra: residence and work for employees, residence and work on one's own account for entrepreneurs and professionals, residence without work (including international professionals, people of scientific, cultural or sporting interest and digital nomads), study and training, and family reunification.

Foreign official documents must bear the Hague apostille or be legalised, and new residents must register with the comú (parish) where they live, within one to three months depending on the authorisation. Applications include a criminal record certificate, a recent photo, proof of housing and a medical examination.

Which visa do I need?

Short visit: no Andorran visa; meet Schengen rules for entering via Spain or France (a Schengen visa if your nationality needs one).

Job with an Andorran company on an indefinite contract: residence and work authorisation (A.1).

Seasonal job on a fixed-term contract: temporary immigration authorisation (G.1), with no family reunification.

Running your own business or a liberal profession: residence and work on own account (J.1); foreign investors deposit EUR 50,000.

Working remotely without a fixed location: residence for digital nomads (D.3).

Taking part in the economy ministry's programme for foreign entrepreneurs: residence for entrepreneur programme participants (D.4).

Living without working, as an international professional or person of recognised talent: residence without work (D.1).

Studying, training, high-level sports training or research: study authorisation (F).

Joining a spouse, partner or parent living in Andorra: residence for family reunification (B.1).

Visa types for Andorra

Business and self-employment

Self-employed and freelancer visa Residence and work on own account (J.1)
The J.1 authorisation lets newcomers live in Andorra and carry out an activity on their own account.
Validity: One year, three two-year renewals, then ten years after seven years
Entrepreneur and start-up visa Residence for participants in entrepreneur programmes (D.4)
Andorra's D.4 authorisation lets newcomers taking part in the programme for foreign entrepreneurs run by the ministry responsible for the economy live in the country.
Maximum stay: Residence for the permit's validity; at least 90 days a year in Andorra

Study and training

Student visa Immigration authorisation for studies, training, sports or research (F)
Newcomers who want to study at an Andorran institution recognised by the government, do formative internships, train at a high sporting level or carry out research apply for authorisation F.
Maximum stay: Length of the school year or activity

Work

Work visa Residence and work authorisation (A.1)
Newcomers employed in Andorra need the residence and work authorisation (A.1), which allows them to live and work there for its validity.
Validity: One year, then three two-year renewals, then ten-year renewals after seven years
Seasonal work visa Temporary immigration authorisation (G.1), including the winter season
Andorra's temporary immigration authorisation (G.1) lets a newcomer live and work in the country for a season fixed in advance by the quota regulation, which sets a separate number of places for each sector.
Maximum stay: One season, as fixed by the quota regulation
Digital nomad visa Residence for digital nomads (D.3)
Andorra's D.3 residence authorisation is for newcomers whose work does not need a fixed location and relies on telecommunications and technology.
Maximum stay: Residence for the permit's validity; at least 90 days a year in Andorra

Family

Family reunification visa Residence for family reunification (B.1)
Family members of an Andorran national or of a residence and work permit holder living in Andorra can obtain residence through reunification (B.1): spouses and registered partners, minor children, dependent adult children and dependent parents aged 65 or retired.
Validity: Ten years with an Andorran; otherwise one year, three two-year renewals, then ten years

Residence

Residence permit Residence without work (D.1): international professionals and other categories
Andorra's residence without work (D.1) covers several categories, including professionals with an international projection, people of recognised scientific, cultural or sporting talent, and residents of private care homes.
Maximum stay: At least 90 days a year in Andorra

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Andorra?

Andorra has no visa of its own, but you reach it through Spain or France, so the Schengen rules apply; if your nationality needs a Schengen visa, get one before you travel.

Who issues residence permits in Andorra?

The Immigration Service of the Government of Andorra.

What is the quota?

Most authorisations for newcomers are granted within a quota set by regulation, so applicants must fit within it.

Do foreign documents need an apostille?

Yes. Official documents from foreign authorities must carry the Hague apostille or be legalised.

What happens if I overstay a temporary authorisation?

You have eight days to leave or regularise; otherwise you cannot obtain further immigration authorisations.