Andorra - Settling in Andorra
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Andorra

Europe

Andorra has become one of Europe's most attractive tax destinations, with personal income tax capped at 10% and corporate tax at 10%. This Pyrenean micro-state, squeezed between France and Spain, offers remarkable safety and a mountain lifestyle. Catalan, Spanish and French are all widely spoken, making integration straightforward.

Top income bracket
10%
Corporate tax
10%
Capital gains
10%
Cost of living
1 400 €/mois
FR treaty
Yes
Last verification: January 15, 2025

Taxation

Income tax brackets

BracketRate
0 € 24 000 €0 %
24 000 € 40 000 €5 %
40 000 € unlimited10 %

Corporate tax

10 %

Capital gains

10 %

VAT

4.5 %

Tax treaty with France
Territorial taxation
Wealth tax

Visa options

Résidence active (compte propre)

entrepreneur

Duration: 2 ans renouvelable, citoyenneté apres 20 ans

Cost: 1 000 EUR (dépot dossier) + 50 000 EUR (caution)

Requirements: Création d'une société andorrane avec participation d'au moins 34 %. Dépot de garantie de 50 000 EUR. Résidence effective de 183 jours/an minimum.

Résidence passive (sans activité lucrative)

passive-income

Duration: 2 ans renouvelable

Cost: 1 000 EUR (dépot dossier) + 600 000 EUR (garantie/investissement)

Requirements: Dépot de garantie de 600 000 EUR dont 400 000 EUR d'investissement en Andorre (immobilier, dépot bancaire, etc.). Résidence minimum de 90 jours/an.

Résidence pour professionnels internationaux

digital-nomad

Duration: 2 ans renouvelable

Cost: 1 000 EUR (dépot dossier) + 50 000 EUR (caution)

Requirements: Exercer une activité économique internationale depuis Andorre (freelance, digital nomad). Dépot de garantie de 50 000 EUR. Revenus provenant principalement de l'étranger.

Living in Andorre

Popular locations among expatriates

Andorre-la-Vieille
Andorre-la-Vieille
Stations de ski
Stations de ski
Vallées
Vallées

Cost of living

Comparison with the French average (vertical line)

Currency : Euro (EUR)

Single person

Monthly budget1 400 €/month
Difference / France+450 €/month

Couple

Monthly budget2 100 €/month
Difference / France+580 €/month

City center rent

1-bedroom apartment900 €/month
Difference / France+50 €/month

Outside city center rent

1-bedroom apartment650 €/month
Difference / France+0 €/month

The cost of living in Andorra is moderate, similar to mid-sized European cities. Rents are affordable compared to major European metros. Food is slightly cheaper thanks to the low VAT. However, the property market is small and purchase prices have risen sharply.

Settling in Andorre

Practical indicators to prepare your relocation

Safety & stability

Safety9/10
Political stability9/10
Healthcare system79/100
Government typeCoprincipauté parlementaire

Procedures

Residence permit3 months
Bank accountModerate
Public healthcareAccessible
Health insurance120 €/months

Start a business

Setup time15 days
Ease of business#50 worldwide
Effective corp. tax10%

Settling in Andorra requires a €50,000 security deposit and creating a local company with at least 34% local ownership. Active residency requires 183 days of presence per year. Catalan, Spanish and French are widely spoken, making integration natural. The property market is small and housing options are limited, which can complicate the search.

The Andorran health system (CASS) covers around 75% of medical costs, with the rest borne by the patient or supplementary insurance. Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell offers decent care for routine cases. For complex pathologies, residents typically travel to Barcelona or Toulouse, 2-3 hours away by road.

Quality of life

Andorra offers an exceptional mountain lifestyle with skiing in winter and hiking in summer. The country is one of the safest in the world. Proximity to France (2h from Toulouse) and Spain (3h from Barcelona) offsets the relative isolation. Catalan, Spanish and French are all widely spoken.

10°C
Avg. temperature
100 Mbps
Internet
UTC+0h
vs Paris
Catalan, Français, Espagnol
Language(s)

Pros and cons

Advantages

  • Personal income tax capped at 10%
  • Corporate tax 10% and VAT just 4.5%
  • Exceptional safety and mountain lifestyle
  • Catalan, Spanish and French widely spoken

Disadvantages

  • €50,000 minimum security deposit for residency
  • No direct sea access and relative isolation
  • Limited property market with rising prices
  • No airport (dependent on Toulouse and Barcelona)

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Sources

Verified on January 15, 2025

All data on this page comes from public and institutional sources.

FAQ

What is the tax rate in Andorra?

The top marginal income tax rate in Andorra is 10%. The corporate tax rate is 10%.

What is the cost of living in Andorra?

The monthly cost of living for a single person in Andorra is approximately 1400 EUR (excluding rent). City center rent costs around 900 EUR per month.

Is there a tax treaty between the United Kingdom and Andorra?

Check HMRC for the current status of the tax treaty between the United Kingdom and Andorra.

These results are estimates.

The data presented are estimates and do not constitute tax advice. Consult a professional for your personal situation.