Residence & citizenship
Andorran Andorran Nationality (Naturalisation)
For long-term residents seeking Andorran citizenship through naturalisation, which requires renouncing other nationalities as Andorra does not allow dual citizenship.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The 20-year (and 10-year schooling) thresholds, the Catalan-knowledge test and the no-dual-nationality rule are long-standing but subject to a reform under parliamentary review (reported 2025) that may change how residence is counted. Verify the current nationality law and any enacted reform before publishing fixed figures.
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.
- Official name
- Nacionalitat andorrana (Llei qualificada de la nacionalitat)
- Route type
- Naturalisation / citizenship
- Residence requirement
- Around 20 years of residence (about 10 years if schooled in Andorra)
- Reform under consideration may change how this is counted
- Dual nationality
- Not permitted — other nationality must be renounced
- Language
- Sufficient knowledge of Catalan required
Who it is for
- Long-term residents who meet the required years of continuous residence
- People educated in Andorra for the required number of years
- Applicants willing to renounce any other nationality
Requirements
- The required period of continuous lawful residence in Andorra
- Renunciation of any other nationality (no dual citizenship)
- Demonstrated knowledge of Catalan and of Andorran society/institutions
- Evidence of integration and, generally, no serious criminal record
What you can do
- Acquire full Andorran citizenship, including political rights
- Hold an Andorran passport
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the residence and integration requirements
- Prepare proof of residence history, language competence and renunciation of other nationality
- Lodge the nationality application with the competent Andorran authority (Ministry of Justice and Interior)
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.