Residence and Work Authorization (Initial)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- If requirements are complete, initial authorization can be issued the next working day after immigration medical review
- Fee
- 190.96 EUR (initial authorization issuance tariff)
- Validity
- Initial 1 year; then renewable (typically three 2-year renewals, then 10-year periods under applicable conditions)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Initial residence and work authorization requires an indefinite employment contract with an Andorran company, compliance with quota rules, and effective residence in Andorra. Foreign official documents must be apostilled or legalized. Registration with the local Comú is required within 3 months after grant.
Eligibility
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Employment
Applicant must hold an indefinite employment contract with a legally established Andorran employer and fit applicable quotas.
Required status: Indefinite employment contract with Andorran employer
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Purpose of visit
Authorization is for permanent and effective residence with local employment.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Color photograph 35x45 mm, taken within the last 6 months
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Lease contract, property title, or lodging certificate; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Police clearance
Countries required: Country of origin, nationality, and residence countries; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Sol·licitud d'autorització d'immigració per a actius residents; Form url: https://www.govern.ad/documents/d/guest/t2g018
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Health exam
Panel physician required: Immigration Medical Service review required; Validity months: 1
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Appointment booking
Book immigration appointment.
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Document gathering
Gather application form, passport/ID, criminal record documents, accommodation proof, CV, employment contract, and professional/salary diligence documents.
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Document submission
Submit the full file at Andorra Immigration Service.
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Processing wait
Complete immigration medical review and wait for decision.
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Visa collection
Collect immigration authorization card/document once approved.