Principality of Andorra · work sponsored
Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1)
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Andorra authorisation for a newcomer to reside and work permanently and effectively while the permit is valid.
- Processing time
- Indicative only; timing depends on quota availability, the employment file and complete supporting documents.
- Government fees
- Confirm the current amount on the Government of Andorra immigration tariff page before filing.
- Typical duration
- Initial authorisation for 1 year, then three renewals for 2 years each; after 7 years, renewals are generally issued for 10-year periods, subject to treaty exceptions.
- Sponsorship required
- Yes
- Leads to permanent residency
- No
In short
As of 22 July 2026, the Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1) for Principality of Andorra is a sponsor-led Andorra immigration route. Sources: official Principality of Andorra government pages, reviewed 22 July 2026.
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What is the Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1) in Principality of Andorra?
Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1) is a sponsor-led Andorra route. Indicative government fees are Confirm the current amount 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 complete supporting documents; typical duration is Initial authorisation for 1 year, then three renewals for 2 years each; after 7 years, renewals are generally issued for 10-year periods, subject to treaty exceptions. This route does not lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Government of Andorra on 27 June 2026.
Overview
Andorra describes the A.1 residence and work authorisation as permission to reside and work in the country permanently and effectively during the authorisation period. The official page says a newcomer can apply where they fit the regulated quota, have an indefinite employment contract with a legally constituted Andorran company, and establish permanent and effective residence in 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 immigration quota.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The applicant has an indefinite employment contract with a company legally constituted in Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓The applicant establishes permanent and effective residence in the Principality of Andorra.Government of Andorra ↗
- ✓Official foreign documents must be apostilled under the Hague Convention or otherwise legalised.Government of Andorra ↗
Common blockers
- !No available quota or no qualifying employment contract.Government of Andorra ↗
- !Accommodation, criminal-record, civil-status or professional evidence is missing.Government of Andorra ↗
- !Failure to register with the parish commune within the official deadline after authorisation is granted.Government of Andorra ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Completed active-resident immigration authorisation application.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Valid passport, or national identity document where accepted for EU/EEA nationals.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Criminal-record certificates, sworn declaration, recent photograph, accommodation evidence and civil-status documents.Government of Andorra ↗
- ·Curriculum vitae, qualifications, medical-review consent, salary/professional-conditions diligence and employment contract.Government of Andorra ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Confirm quota availability and that the employment contract is indefinite and with a legally constituted Andorran company.
Build the evidence pack
Prepare the active-resident application, identity, criminal-record, accommodation, civil-status, qualification and contract evidence.
Submit through the official channel
Submit through the Government of Andorra immigration process and pay the current official fee.
After approval
After approval, reside and work within the authorisation terms and register with the relevant parish commune on time.
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 Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1) route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Residence and Work Authorisation (A.1).
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Frequently asked questions
Does the A.1 route allow both living and working in Andorra?+
Yes. The Government of Andorra describes A.1 as authorising residence and work in the country permanently and effectively during the validity of the authorisation.
How long is the first Andorra residence and work authorisation?+
The official page says the first authorisation is for one year, followed by three renewals for two years each, and then generally ten-year renewals after seven years.
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Primary source: Government of Andorra
Last checked: 27 June 2026