Principality of Andorra · family
Family Reunification Residence (B.1)
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Source check: all 11 official citations reconfirmed 13 September 2026
Andorra residence authorisation for qualifying family members joining an Andorran national or a residence-and-work permit holder who lives in Andorra.
- Processing time
- Indicative only; timing depends on family evidence, sponsor status and complete supporting documents.
- Government fees
- Confirm the current fee on the Government of Andorra immigration tariff page before filing.
- Typical duration
- Up to 10 years when reunited with an Andorran national; where reunited with a residence-and-work holder, the initial period is 1 year, then three renewals for 2 years and later renewals generally for 10 years.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
In short
As of 23 July 2026, the Family Reunification Residence (B.1) for Principality of Andorra is a sponsor-led Andorra immigration route. Sources: official Principality of Andorra government pages, reviewed 23 July 2026.
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What is the Family Reunification Residence (B.1) in Principality of Andorra?
Family Reunification Residence (B.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 family evidence, sponsor status and complete supporting documents; typical duration is Up to 10 years when reunited with an Andorran national; where reunited with a residence-and-work holder, the initial period is 1 year, then three renewals for 2 years and later renewals generally for 10 years. This route does not lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Government of Andorra on 27 June 2026.
Overview
The B.1 family reunification route authorises residence in Andorra for a reunited family member joining an Andorran national or the holder of a residence and work authorisation, provided the sponsor resides in the country. The official page lists spouses or stable partners, minor children, certain dependent adult children, ascendants at least 65 or retired, and people under legal guardianship or similar protection in defined circumstances.
Additional sources
Primary source
Immigration procedure fees - Government of Andorra ↗ · Government of Andorra
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Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓The sponsor is an Andorran national or holds residence and work authorisation and resides in Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The family member falls within an official reunification category, such as spouse, stable partner, minor child, certain dependent adult child or qualifying ascendant.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓Relationship and civil-status documents are supplied and legalised where issued abroad.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The file includes accommodation, identity, criminal-record and other supporting evidence requested by immigration.Government of Andorra ↗
Common blockers
- !The sponsor does not reside in Andorra or does not have qualifying nationality/status.Government of Andorra ↗
- !The claimed family relationship is outside the official categories or not documented.Government of Andorra ↗
- !Foreign certificates are not recent enough where required or have not been apostilled/legalised.Government of Andorra ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Completed non-active resident immigration application.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Passport or accepted identity document, criminal-record certificates, sworn declaration and photograph.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Marriage, stable partnership, birth, guardianship or dependency evidence as relevant.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Accommodation and sponsor-status evidence.Government of Andorra ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm the sponsor status and the family member category before collecting documents.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare identity, criminal-record, accommodation, relationship and civil-status evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Submit the B.1 family reunification application through the Government of Andorra route and pay the current fee.
After approval
After approval, keep residence evidence and renewal timing aligned with the sponsor status.
After approval: prepare for your next step
For Family Reunification Residence (B.1), use the actual decision and the issuing authority’s instructions to establish what has been granted. A successful application, permission to enter, permission to work and a residence document are not interchangeable.
- 1. Check the decision. Confirm the name, passport, status granted, start date and any next action. Resolve an error with the authority before relying on the document for travel or employment.
- 2. Establish the travel step. Read any entry window, activation, collection or in-country registration instruction. For an extension or change of status, do not assume leaving the country is required or safe while a further step remains pending.
- 3. Confirm what you may do. Check the conditions for your own permission, including work, and keep evidence of the qualifying relationship. The principal applicant’s conditions may differ.
- 4. Organise the household. Check each accompanying person’s permission separately, then arrange healthcare, accommodation, access to money and the relevant local registrations. A tax number or bank account does not by itself prove a right to work.
- 5. Keep the ongoing conditions visible. Record the actual expiry, renewal process, permitted absences and any duty to report changes. An initial grant does not automatically establish permanent residence or citizenship.
Plan the practical side of your stay
Once you have checked the official route, you can prepare for day-to-day life in Andorra. These optional services are separate from the application and do not establish visa eligibility.
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 Family Reunification Residence (B.1) route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Family Reunification Residence (B.1).
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Frequently asked questions
Who can sponsor family reunification in Andorra?+
The official B.1 page refers to reunification with a person of Andorran nationality or with the holder of a residence and work authorisation, provided that person resides in Andorra.
Which relatives are listed for Andorra family reunification?+
The official page lists spouses or stable partners, minor children, certain dependent adult children, dependent ascendants aged at least 65 or retired, and some people under legal guardianship or similar protection.
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Primary source: Government of Andorra
Last checked: 27 June 2026