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Architecture moderne en Andorre

Active Residence in Andorra

For entrepreneurs and professionals

What is active residence?

Active residence is intended for individuals wishing to carry out a professional activity in Andorra, whether as an employee or by creating their own business.

Who is it for?

Entrepreneurs creating an Andorran company
Employees of an Andorran company
Freelancers (self-employed)
Company directors

Main conditions

Minimum presence: 183 days per year
Creation or integration into a local business
AFA guarantee deposit: €50,000 (amount to be confirmed under current regulations)
Clean criminal record
Health insurance and medical examination
Viable business plan (for entrepreneurs)

Company types

The most common legal forms in Andorra are the SL (Limited Company) and SA (Public Limited Company), with minimum capital requirements adapted to each structure.

SL (Limited Company) — minimum capital of €3,000

SA (Public Limited Company) — minimum capital of €60,000

Advantages

Access to the Andorran job market
Andorran social security coverage (CASS)
Tax residence with Andorran tax benefits
Stability and a business-friendly environment

Social Security (CASS)

Mandatory enrolment in the CASS (Andorran Social Security Fund).

Monthly contribution: approximately €450 to €750

Reimbursement: 75% of medical expenses, 90% of hospitalisation costs

Benefits: healthcare system, allowances (sick leave, maternity), pension rights

Directors & self-employed

Registered as self-employed. Contributions based on a minimum flat-rate basis (~22-23% of a reference salary base). Even without significant income, a minimum contribution is due. This is a fixed monthly cost to factor into the true cost of operating.

Employees

Shared between employer and employee (similar to the French system).

The Aurea approach

From the feasibility study to your effective installation, Aurea supports you at every step of your active residence project in Andorra.

Summary

Target audienceEmployees, directors, self-employed
Required presence183 days/year minimum
AFA deposit€50,000
Social securityCASS mandatory
CASS contribution€450 to €750/month
Medical reimbursement75% of medical expenses
Hospitalisation reimbursement90%

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The amounts and conditions mentioned are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for up-to-date information.