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Andorran Residence Without Work (Passive Residence)

Residence for people of independent means who invest in Andorra and live there without taking up local employment, ideal for the financially self-sufficient.

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The qualifying investment amount, the AFA deposit amount (base and per-dependant), the minimum days of annual presence and the income multiple are set by law/decree and have been revised (a significantly higher investment threshold was reported for 2026). Do not publish specific figures without confirming them against the current reglament and quota decree.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Andorra government website before you apply.
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Official name
Autorització d'immigració de residència sense treball (sense activitat lucrativa)
Route type
Passive / self-funded residence
Quota (residence without work, 2026)
600 authorisations total, of which 490 for residence without lucrative activity
Set by Government decree; changes yearly
Investment
A qualifying investment in Andorran assets is required
Amount set by law and revised; verify current threshold
AFA deposit
A refundable deposit lodged with the Andorran Financial Authority (AFA)
Verify current amount

Who it is for

  • People with sufficient independent income or wealth who want to reside in Andorra without working there
  • Retirees and investors who can meet the investment and deposit requirements

Requirements

  • A qualifying investment in Andorra (e.g. real estate, Andorran financial instruments, shares in Andorran companies, or Andorran investment funds)
  • A refundable deposit lodged with the AFA (with additional amounts commonly required per dependant)
  • Proof of sufficient income to support the applicant and any dependants
  • Comprehensive private health-insurance cover valid in Andorra
  • A clean criminal-record certificate, legalised
  • A commitment to spend the minimum required period residing in Andorra each year

What you can do

  • Reside in Andorra as a person of independent means
  • Include a spouse/partner and dependants under the same authorisation
  • You may not carry out a lucrative (locally remunerated) activity in Andorra on this permit

How to apply

  • Make the qualifying investment and arrange the AFA deposit
  • Prepare proof of income, health insurance and legalised documents
  • Lodge the residence-without-work application with the Servei d'Immigració within the annual quota
  • Complete any required medical examination

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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