AndorraResidence permit

Digital nomad residence permit in Andorra

The programme allows foreign nationals working remotely using telecommunications and technology to obtain a residence permit in Andorra. Candidates must confirm that their activity is not tied to a geographical place and that more than half of their services are consumed outside the country. The programme provides for an initial residence permit of several years, with the possibility of successive renewals, and requires compulsory residence in Andorra for not less than three months in the calendar year.

Source: Govern d'Andorra (govern.ad)

Who the programme suits and how to fit into the different categories

Programme D.3 is intended for remote workers whose activity is independent of their place of residence. There are several routes depending on status and circumstances.

Suitable for remote workers who

work under a contract with a foreign company
hold shares in a foreign company
work for foreign clients without being tied to a place
use telecommunications and modern technology
can confirm independence from geographical location

The application procedure includes

obtaining a favourable decision from the ministry of economy on the worker's status
preparing the full package of documents with proof of means
registering on the electronic platform to book a personal appointment
filing the documents in person at the Immigration Service office
receiving the decision within the set period

Once the permit is approved you must

register with the municipality of the parish of residence
provide proof of registration within three months
maintain compulsory residence in Andorra for at least the set period each year
keep valid medical insurance in force
attach the documents for renewal of the permit within the set time limits

When this programme will not suit you

The work is tied to a specific place in Andorra, or the employer is in Andorra

Consider category A.1 (Residència i treball) for workers tied to a place

You cannot provide the minimum financial means for yourself and your dependants

Check the passive residence programme D.1, with different financial requirements

It is impossible to confirm that most of the services are consumed abroad

Look at other residence categories that do not require such confirmation

You cannot or do not wish to live in Andorra for at least 90 days in the calendar year

The D.3 visa requires physical presence in the country, so this condition is compulsory

What it costs

Fee for filing an application for the initial permitThe cost of processing and considering the documents	224,61 EUR
Proof of sufficient financial means (monthly minimum requirement for the main applicant)The equivalent of the current minimum wage in Andorra	1 568,67 EUR
Total government feesThe sum of the mandatory rows in the table. Charges with no official price list are in the list below.	1 793,28 EUR

Paid separately

Investment in Andorran assets — D.3 does not require a compulsory investment in property or securities (unlike passive residence)
Deposit with the Andorran Financial Authority — Digital nomads are exempt from the compulsory AFA deposit (required only for passive residence)
Social insurance contribution payable by the worker — Applies only to employees in Andorra; remote workers are exempt

Documents to gather

The applicant must provide originals and copies of documents confirming every aspect of their status and eligibility.

Completed application form for a residence permit (the form for D.3)
A valid passport (original and copy), or a national identity card for citizens of the EU and the EEA
A criminal-record certificate from the country of origin
A criminal-record certificate from the country of citizenship
A criminal-record certificate from all countries where the applicant has lived
A colour photograph measuring 35 by 45 millimetres, taken no more than six months ago
A favourable decision of the ministry responsible for the economy confirming that the work is not tied to a place and meets the criteria
Proof of accommodation (a purchase agreement, a tenancy agreement or the start of an acquisition procedure within one year)
Documents confirming civil status (birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.)
Proof of valid medical insurance for yourself and your dependants
Documents confirming sufficient financial means to support yourself and your dependants
A written undertaking to live in Andorra for at least 90 days in each calendar year

How the process runs

The process of obtaining the residence permit comprises several stages, from preparing the documents to registering with the municipality.

1
Obtaining a favourable decision from the ministry of economy
not established
The applicant must approach the ministry responsible for the economy with documents and a description of their activity in order to obtain official confirmation that their work meets the programme's criteria (not tied to a place, using telecommunications). This decision is required before applying for the residence permit.
2
Preparing the full package of documents
2-4 weeks
All the necessary originals and copies are gathered: passport, criminal-record certificates, photograph, the decision from the ministry of economy, accommodation documents, proof of insurance, financial documents and the written undertaking. All documents must be ready before booking the appointment.
3
Registering on the electronic platform and booking an appointment
1-2 weeks
The applicant registers on the e-tramits.ad electronic platform and chooses a convenient time for a personal appointment at the Immigration Service office. Appointments are available throughout the year. Booking is usually required several weeks before the desired appointment date.
4
Filing the documents at the personal appointment
1 day
The applicant attends at the set time with originals and copies of all the documents. An Immigration Service officer checks that the package is complete, answers questions and acknowledges receipt of the application. The whole filing takes place in person; online filing is not available for this programme.
5
Consideration of the application by the Immigration Service
up to 2 months
After the documents are filed, the Immigration Service checks all the information, contacts the relevant authorities and takes a decision. The maximum period for consideration is two calendar months from the submission of the complete package of documents.
6
Receiving the decision on the permit
1 day
The applicant receives the official decision granting the residence permit. The permit is valid from the date stated and has a defined term (initially two years). A copy of the decision is given to the applicant, who may then begin the process of registering with the municipality.
7
Registration with the municipality of the parish
1-2 weeks
Within three months of receiving the permit the applicant must register with the municipal office of the parish where they plan to live. The decision granting the permit, the passport and the accommodation documents must be brought. The municipality issues a certificate of registration, which must be provided to the Immigration Service.
8
Providing proof of registration with the municipality
1 day
The applicant sends or brings the certificate of registration with the municipality to the Immigration Service within three months of receiving the permit. This completes the process of obtaining the residence permit.

Timelines and rights

Work

You work remotely: under a contract with a company registered abroad, as the holder of a share in a foreign company, or for foreign clients. The work must not depend on geographical location.

Who you can bring with you

The applicant's family members may be included in the residence permit application or obtain a permit later through the family reunification procedure.

Spouse or registered partner

May be included in the initial application or join later, once the main applicant has lived in Andorra for at least three months. A marriage certificate, identity documents and proof of living together must be provided. Entitled to renewal together with the main applicant.

Minor children

May be included in the main applicant's application. For each child a birth certificate, a passport or identity document and a criminal-record certificate from the countries of residence are required. A vaccination record and a health certificate must be provided. Each child receives their own residence permit with the same term of validity as the main applicant's.

Adult children and other dependants

Adult children may be included as dependants where there are documents confirming financial dependency. Other family members (parents, brothers and sisters) are not usually included in the main applicant's application and must file separate applications on other grounds.

Trips, renewal and the grace period

You undertake to live in Andorra for not less than 90 days in the calendar year.

The initial permit is issued for two years. The first renewal is granted for a further two years. The second renewal extends the period to three years. Thereafter each subsequent renewal is valid for ten years. The exception is citizens of states that have signed and ratified a bilateral convention with Andorra. The requirement of knowledge of Catalan (level A1 for the first renewal and A2 for the second) will take effect for renewals filed from a certain date. Renewal follows a procedure analogous to the initial grant of the permit and requires updated documents confirming continued compliance with the programme's criteria.

What comes next: permanent residence and citizenship

Route to permanent residence

The permit is renewed: after 7 years, subsequent renewals are granted for 10 years. The exception is citizens of states that have signed and ratified an agreement with Andorra.

Route to citizenship

Naturalisation is granted after 20 years of main and permanent residence in Andorra. Previous citizenship must be given up: proof is brought within 5 years.

Frequently asked questions about Digital nomad residence permit

What is the minimum number of days I must spend in Andorra each year?

You are required to live in Andorra for not less than ninety days in each calendar year. The days count as full days of stay in the country, and you must be registered with the municipality of your place of residence. Failure to comply with this requirement may lead to refusal of renewal of the permit.

Do I need a special authorisation from the ministry of economy?

Yes, before applying for the residence permit you must obtain a favourable decision from the ministry responsible for the economy. This decision confirms that your activity is not tied to a geographical location, uses telecommunications and technology, and meets the criteria of programme D.3. You may approach the ministry with a description of your activity and documents, and it will take a decision within the set time.

What financial means must I confirm?

You must provide documents confirming that you have sufficient means to support yourself and your dependants throughout the period of validity of the residence permit. The regulation requires you to show monthly income or accumulated funds equivalent to the current minimum wage in Andorra (currently around one thousand five hundred euros) per month for yourself, plus an additional amount for each dependant. The funds may come from your professional activity, investments or savings.

Is medical insurance compulsory for me?

Yes, you and all your dependants must have valid medical insurance. The insurance must cover medical care in Andorra and be evidenced by documents when the application is filed. If you have children under a certain age, they may need only a medical insurance policy without an incapacity policy, whereas adults must usually have both types of cover. You may use private insurance or the Andorran state health system.

Can my spouse and children join me in Andorra?

Yes, spouses and minor children may be included in your initial residence permit application. They will receive the same residence permit with the same term of validity. If they were not included in the initial application, they may join later through the family reunification procedure, provided you have already lived in Andorra for at least three months. To include family members, their identity documents, criminal-record certificates and proof of financial means to support all the family members are required.

Are digital nomads exempt from paying tax in Andorra?

Digital nomads are subject to the standard Andorran system of taxation on income earned or received in Andorra. However, programme D.3 does not require the compulsory contribution of fifty thousand euros to the Andorran Financial Authority (AFA) that is required for passive residence. Personal income tax reliefs may be available under Andorra's general tax policy, including a favourable tax regime for new residents. It is advisable to consult a tax adviser or the official Andorran tax authorities for precise information on your tax obligations.

Other ways to move to Andorra

Every route in one list — migration programmes: Andorra.

The terms and the amounts are checked against official sources — the link sits under each section.Last checked on: 7 August 2026.