Immigration Authorization for Studies / Research
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
- Duration of course, training, sports program, or research activity
- Entry
- Single entry
Andorra grants an immigration authorization for studies, training placements, high-level sports training, or research. Documents issued abroad must be apostilled/legalized. Financial means are required at 100% of Andorra minimum salary per adult household member (70% per minor), per government guidance.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Applicant must reside in Andorra exclusively for studies, training, high-level sports training, or research.
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Financial
Applicant must prove sufficient financial means according to Andorran thresholds.
Minimum funds: 100% minimum salary per adult and 70% per minor in the household
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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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Recent salary slips and social security extract, or bank solvency certificate with sworn income declaration; Minimum amount: At least 100% of Andorra minimum salary per adult (70% per minor)
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Andorra; Minimum coverage: 100% medical coverage for planned period
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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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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
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Police clearance
Countries required: Country of origin, nationality, and residence countries (for adults); 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 estudis; Form url: https://www.govern.ad/documents/d/guest/t2_g026_2023-09-27_sollicitud_dautoritzacio_dimmigracio_-_per_estudis
How to apply
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Appointment booking
Book immigration appointment.
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Document gathering
Gather application form, passport/ID, police certificates, accommodation proof, insurance, proof of funds, and study/research documentation.
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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.