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Andorra Passive Residency
A residence permit without the right to work, for people who live on capital and passive income. A mountain country between Spain and France with moderate taxes and a requirement to live there at least 90 days a year.
Andorra passive residency is designed for wealthy people who do not need to work in the country. According to the latest available information, you invest at least €600,000 in the Andorran economy, for example in property, a stake in a company or financial instruments, and place a deposit with the financial supervisory authority that stays there until you leave the program: €50,000 plus €10,000 for each family member. You also need proven income that is enough to live in Andorra.
The status is granted for two years and then renewed for progressively longer periods. To keep it, you must live in Andorra at least 90 days a year. The investment and the deposit are paid separately from our service, and we do not give investment advice: we prepare your file and the proof of source of funds, and handle the procedure with the immigration office.
Who it is for
- Owners of capital and people living on passive income who do not need to work in the country
- Entrepreneurs who want to change their tax residence
- Families: a spouse, children and dependent parents can get the status together with the main applicant
- People who value mountains, a quiet life and a safe environment
- Anyone ready to spend at least 90 days a year in Andorra
Requirements
- An investment in the Andorran economy: at least €600,000 according to the latest available information
- A deposit with the financial supervisory authority: €50,000 plus €10,000 for each family member, according to the latest available information
- Proven income sufficient to live in Andorra
- Proof that your funds come from a legal source
- Housing in Andorra, health insurance and a clean criminal record
- Living in Andorra at least 90 days a year; you cannot work in the country
What we do
- Check whether you meet the conditions and calculate the required amounts for your family
- Help you put together proof of income and source of funds
- Arrange translations into Catalan, apostilles and legalization
- Help with housing and health insurance
- File the application with the immigration office and prepare you for the interview
- Handle renewals and the documents for your family members
Key documents
- Passport valid for at least one more year
- Bank statements and proof of income for recent years
- Proof of source of funds
- Confirmation of the investment and the deposit
- Lease or purchase agreement for housing
- Health insurance policy
- Criminal record certificate with an apostille and translation
- Marriage and birth certificates with an apostille and translation
How it works
- Eligibility checkincome, capital, family members and source of funds
- Filetranslations into Catalan, apostilles, housing and insurance
- Filingapplication to the immigration office, biometrics and a medical check
- Investment and depositafter approval, you make the deposit and the investment within the set period
- Residence cardcollecting the card; the first permit is usually issued for two years
Timeline
Timing depends on the immigration office and on how quickly the investment and deposit are made after approval; the first permit is usually issued for two years.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- Incomplete proof of source of funds is the main reason for refusal
- Spending fewer than 90 days a year in the country puts your status at risk
- Andorra is not part of the EU or the Schengen area; you enter through Spain or France
- The program rules have changed before, so the amounts need to be checked on the date you apply
- Citizenship requires a very long period of residence and giving up other passports
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $29,500. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
How much do I need to invest for Andorra passive residency?
According to the latest available information, at least €600,000 in the Andorran economy: property, a stake in a local company or financial instruments. On top of that comes a deposit of €50,000 plus €10,000 for each family member, as well as state fees, taxes on a property purchase and insurance costs. We do not advise on what to invest in: that is the investor's decision.
How many days a year do I have to live in Andorra?
At least 90 days a year. If you spend more than 183 days in the country or your center of interests is there, you become an Andorran tax resident. It is worth working out how this fits with taxes in your country of citizenship before you move.
Can I work with passive residency?
No, this status does not give you the right to work in Andorra. You can manage your own investments and receive passive income. Andorra has other types of residence for remote workers and entrepreneurs, and we can discuss their conditions separately.
Which family members can get residence?
Your spouse, children and, under certain conditions, dependent parents. The deposit grows with each family member, and each one needs their own documents: certificates with an apostille and translation, insurance and other papers.
Can I get Andorran citizenship?
In theory, yes, but the path is very long: under the general rules, about 20 years of residence, and Andorra requires you to give up your previous citizenship. That is why people usually choose passive residency for the lifestyle and taxes rather than a passport.
How do I get to Andorra?
The country has no airport, so you can only reach it through Spain or France. Depending on your citizenship, you may need a Schengen visa for that. We take this into account when planning your application and first trips.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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