Passive residency and residence permits without employment

The passive residency in Andorra is the most requested type of legal residence for everyone considering living in Andorra without working. This non-lucrative residency is the best choice for people with financial securities and sufficient passive income (such as bank interests, pensions, funds, income from renting properties etc.).

A passive residence is suitable for the following groups of people:

2.1. Individuals willing to invest in Andorra
2.2. Business people and professionals with an international focus
2.3. Recognized scientists, athletes and artists

A passive residency allows you to spend only 90 days within Andorra, instead of 183 days required for an active residency. This will leave you plenty of time for traveling and living in alternative countries.

Requirements

• [Update 2025] The minimum investment must be €600,000 in Andorran assets. If investing in Andorran real estate, each property must be worth at least €600,000. Investment in debt instruments or financial instruments issued by an Andorran entity is not permitted.
• [Update 2025] The non-interest-bearing deposit that the main holder of a passive residency permit must make with the AFA (Andorran Financial Authority) is €50,000, plus €12,000 for each dependent, such as a partner or spouse, until the non-lucrative residence permit is terminated.
• [Update 2025] If there is a delay in formalising the acquisition of Andorran assets, it is possible to request a 6-month extension, provided that you can prove that the delay is due to force majeure or the fault of a third party.
• [Update 2025] The immigration fee is set at €3,000 for the permit holder and €1,000 for each dependent. Renewals are set at €500.Rental or purchase agreement for a property in Andorra.
• Rental or purchase agreement for a property in Andorra
• A medical report (exams will take place in Andorra)
• Financial security and income (over 300% of the Andorran minimum wage)
• Private health insurance (relatively cheap in Andorra)
• Certificate of good conduct
• Minimum stay of 90 days per year in Andorra

This residence is ideal for professionals who offer their services internationally and are planning to found a company in Andorra. A large number of professionals fall into this category, such as programmers, consultants or international traders.

This residence permit will be issued for two years. Later it can be renewed for two more years followed by an extension of three years. After the seventh year of your stay, you will receive a renewal of ten consecutive years.

Requirements

• [Update 2025] An unremunerated deposit of €50,000 is required by the permit holder and €12,000 for each dependent
• [Update 2025] The immigration fee is set at €3,000 for the permit holder and €1,000 for each dependent. Renewals are set at €500
• Proof of sufficient financial income
• Rental or purchase agreement for a property in Andorra
• Proof of invalidity, sickness and pension insurance
• Minimum stay in Andorra 90 days a year
• The head office of the company must be located in Andorra
• At least 85% of revenue must be generated in countries outside Andorra
• A recognized business plan

Note: The official Company establishment can take place at a later point.

This residence permit is available for recognized athletes, artists and scientists, who possess proof or qualification of their activity, e.g. international titles, prizes or awards.

Requirements

• You move your main residence to Andorra
• Minimum stay in Andorra 90 days a year
• The residence permit must be renewed after the second year (the first renewal is for another 2 years, the second renewal is for 3 years and the following renewals every 10 years)

Necessary documents

• Clear evidence of your scientific, cultural or sport activities and qualifications
• Passport
• Certificate of Civil Status
• Faultless certificate of conduct
• [Update 2025] An unremunerated deposit of €50,000 is required by the permit holder and €12,000 for each dependent.
• [Update 2025] The immigration fee is set at €3,000 for the permit holder and €1,000 for each dependent. Renewals are set at €500.
• Rental or purchase agreement for a property in Andorra
• Proof of invalidity, sickness and pension insurance
• Health certificate from the Andorran immigration authority
• Proof of sufficient financial funds (over 300% of the current minimum wage)

In this video, we will explain the changes in the immigration law, related to obtaining active and passive residency in Andorra from 2023, which are still in force.