Principality of Andorra · work sponsored
Border Worker Authorisation (C.1)
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Andorra work authorisation for a person who works in Andorra but habitually spends the night outside Andorran territory.
- Processing time
- Indicative only; timing depends on quota availability, the employment file and residence-outside-Andorra evidence.
- Government fees
- Confirm the current fee on the Government of Andorra immigration tariff page before filing.
- Typical duration
- Initial authorisation for 1 year, then renewals for 3-year periods.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
In short
As of 12 July 2026, the Border Worker Authorisation (C.1) for Principality of Andorra is a sponsor-led Andorra immigration route. Sources: official Principality of Andorra government pages, reviewed 12 July 2026.
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What is the Border Worker Authorisation (C.1) in Principality of Andorra?
Border Worker Authorisation (C.1) is a sponsor-led Andorra route. Indicative government fees are Confirm the current fee on the Government of Andorra immigration tariff page before filing; indicative processing time is Indicative only; timing depends on quota availability, the employment file and residence-outside-Andorra evidence; typical duration is Initial authorisation for 1 year, then renewals for 3-year periods. This route does not lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Government of Andorra on 27 June 2026.
Overview
The C.1 border worker route authorises work in Andorra on a permanent basis during the authorisation period, while the holder must habitually overnight outside Andorran territory. The official page says the applicant must fit the regulated quota, have an indefinite employment contract with a legally constituted Andorran company, and establish residence outside Andorra.
Additional sources
Primary source
Immigration procedure fees - Government of Andorra ↗ · Government of Andorra
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Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The applicant fits the regulated quota.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The applicant has an indefinite employment contract with a legally constituted Andorran company.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The applicant establishes residence outside Andorran territory and habitually spends the night outside Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The file includes the official work-authorisation form and required identity, residence, criminal-record and contract evidence.Government of Andorra ↗
Common blockers
- !Living in Andorra while trying to use the border-worker route.Government of Andorra ↗
- !No indefinite employment contract with a legally constituted Andorran employer.Government of Andorra ↗
- !Missing official proof of residence outside Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Completed work authorisation application.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Passport or accepted identity document, criminal-record certificates, sworn declaration and photograph.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Official residence certificate outside Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·CV, qualifications, medical-review consent, employment contract and salary/professional-conditions diligence.Government of Andorra ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm that the role is a border-worker case and that the employee lives outside Andorra.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare the contract, identity, criminal-record, outside-residence and professional evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Submit the C.1 file through the Government of Andorra immigration route and pay the current official fee.
After approval
Work in Andorra only within the authorisation terms and keep outside-residence evidence current for renewals.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicant + sponsorUse official Border Worker Authorisation (C.1) route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Border Worker Authorisation (C.1).
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Andorra border-worker authorisation allow residence in Andorra?+
No. The official C.1 page says it authorises work in Andorra but the holder must habitually spend the night outside Andorran territory.
How long is the first C.1 border-worker authorisation?+
The official page says the first authorisation is issued for one year and is renewed for periods of three years.
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Primary source: Government of Andorra
Last checked: 27 June 2026