Active residence

Those who want to carry out an economic activity in Andorra can apply for it, with the possibility of residing in the Principality or not.

Active residence
We will assist you with all the procedures.

We will guide you through everything.

  • We handle absolutely all bureaucratic procedures
  • We put you in contact with the best real estate agencies to find your home
  • We work with the best brokerages for the insurance you may need
  • We advise you to choose the most appropriate bank for your situation
  • We will help you as much as possible for your integration in the country
Requirements

Here is a list of the necessary requirements to mobilize your active residence

  • Have more than 34% of the company and become an administrator 
  • Have no criminal record
  • Your tax address must be Andorra
  • Stay a minimum of 183 days in the Principality if you want to reside permanently
  • Make a contribution to the Andorran Social Security, CASS
  • Make a deposit of € 50.000 to the Financial Regulating Authority, AFA, (deposit will be returned once you stop residing in the country)

Passive Residence

It can be applied for by those who wish to reside in Andorra without exercising an economic activity and wish to establish their main and effective residence in the country for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year.

Passive Residence
We will assist you with all the procedures.

We will guide you through everything.

  • We manage absolutely all bureaucratic procedures
  • We put you in contact with the best real estate agents to find your home
  • We work with the best brokerages for the insurance you may need
  • We advise you to choose the most suitable bank for your situation
  • We will help you as much as possible for your integration in the country
Requirements

There are 4 types of passive residence

1. Passive residence without lucrative activity:

Is designed to establish your residence in Andorra without carrying out any work or professional activity.

Requirements:

  • Invest permanently and effectively an amount of at least €550,000 in assets in the country (real estate, holdings in companies, etc.)
  • Proof of sufficient financial means to support yourself and your dependents, demonstrating that you have income above 30% of the annual minimum wage in force in Andorra, adding 100% of this indicator for each of your dependents.
  • Deposit €47,500 at the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) and €9,500 additional for each of the persons in charge who acquire the status of resident.
  • Rental or purchase contract of a property in Andorra.
  • Not having criminal records.
  • Take out insurance cover for illness, disability and old age that covers 100% of medical expenses in Andorra and keep it in force throughout your stay.
  • Sign a residence commitment and maintain the insurance mentioned above in force.

2. Passive residencefor professionals with international projection:

Allows to continue developing your professional activity as long as you constitute or acquire a company based in Andorra.

Requirements:

  • The company must provide at least 85% of its services outside Andorran territory.
  • The company must have a person hired under an employment contract.
  • Deposit €47,500 at the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) and €9,500 additional for each of the persons in charge who acquire the status of resident.
  • Rental or purchase contract of a property in Andorra.
  • Not having criminal records.
  • Take out insurance cover for illness, disability and old age that covers 100% of medical expenses in Andorra and keep it in force throughout your stay.
  • Sign a residence commitment and maintain the insurance mentioned above in force.

3. Passive residence for reasons of scientific, cultural, and sporting interest:

Authorizes you to reside and continue to carry out your professional activity, provided that the main beneficiaries are persons or entities not resident in Andorra.

Requirements:

  • Your professional activity must enjoy international recognition for your talent in the world of science, culture or sports
  • At least 85% of the services provided must be outside Andorran territory.
  • Deposit €47,500 at the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) and €9,500 additional for each of the persons in charge who acquire the status of resident.
  • Rental or purchase contract of a property in Andorra.
  • Not having criminal records.
  • Take out insurance cover for illness, disability and old age that covers 100% of medical expenses in Andorra and keep it in force throughout your stay.
  • Sign a residence commitment and maintain the insurance mentioned above in force.

4. Passive residence for admission to private geriatric centres or similar centres:

Authorizes to reside in centres of these characteristics in the country. It is granted for a period of one year extendable.

Requirements:

  • Deposit €47,500 at the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) and €9,500 additional for each of the persons in charge who acquire the status of resident.
  • Rental or purchase contract of a property in Andorra.
  • Not having criminal records.
  • Take out insurance cover for illness, disability and old age that covers 100% of medical expenses in Andorra and keep it in force throughout your stay.
  • Sign a residence commitment and maintain the insurance mentioned above in force.