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Andorra

Principality of Andorra • Capital: Andorra la Vella

Non-EUNon-EEANon-Schengen

Geographic Note: Andorra is an independent coprincipality in the Pyrenees between Spain and France, using the Euro under monetary agreements, but outside the EU and Schengen.

Independent Reference Guide • Not Legal Advice

Labour Europe is an independent public information resource and is not affiliated with Andorra immigration authorities, the European Union, or sovereign ministries. Statutory wages, permit thresholds, and procedural rules change frequently. Always verify requirements directly with the sovereign authorities cited below before submitting applications or making relocation commitments.

1. Country Overview & Mobility Context

Andorra establishes a statutory monthly minimum wage and allocates seasonal and general foreign work authorisations via government quotas.

Official Languages:Catalan
Schengen Border Status:Maintains sovereign passport checks
Labour Market Framework:National work authorization required

2. Wages & Pay Floor Structure

Statutory Minimum Wage Established

Statutory hourly and monthly minimum wage (salari mínim interprofessional) enacted by government decree: €1,376.27/month (effective 2024 / 2025).

Hourly Gross Floor€8.01Statutory rate (gross)
Monthly Gross Floor€1,376.27Standard full-time contract (12 payments/yr)
Pay Frequency12 annual pay periodsExcludes discretionary bonuses

3. Work & Residence Permit Routes

All non-citizens moving to Andorra for employment require an authorized national work and residence permit.

Third-Country (Non-EU) Nationals:Must secure a qualifying employment contract and obtain immigration approval through the responsible national migration authority before starting work.
EU Blue Card (Directive 2021/1883):Not applicable in Andorra as it is not an EU member state.

4. International Student Work Rights

Third-country students enrolled in higher education in Andorra are subject to specific legal restrictions regarding employment hours during academic terms.

5. Family Reunification & Dependent Rights

Spouses, registered partners, and minor children of foreign workers in Andorra generally have the right to apply for family reunification, subject to statutory conditions:

  • Proof of Subsistence: The sponsor must demonstrate sufficient stable recurring income to support dependents without resorting to social welfare.
  • Adequate Accommodation: Proof of a rental contract of sufficient size for the family unit.
  • Health Insurance: Full comprehensive health cover for all accompanying family members.
Detailed Family Reunification Guide →

6. Living & Relocation Budgets

Relocating to Andorra requires evaluating both recurring monthly expenses (rent, food, transit, utilities) and upfront capital needs (housing deposits, temporary stays, flights).

Capital Checklist: Plan for 2 to 3 months of recurring costs in liquid savings to cover the initial interval before your local bank account and salary deposits are operational.
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7. Worker Rights & Protection

Employment rights in Andorra are regulated under domestic labour legislation and overseen by the national labour inspectorate.

Written Contract: Mandatory written terms must be provided within your first week of work.
Probation Period: Capped at a maximum of 6 months by default under EU standards.
Paid Annual Leave: Full-time workers in EU countries are entitled to a minimum of 4 weeks (20-25 working days) paid leave per year.
Read Employment Contract Checklist →

8. Finding Official Work Resources

Avoid fraudulent recruitment scams. European law prohibits charging recruitment or job application fees to candidates. Use the verified public employment service:

Servei d’Ocupació d’Andorra (Employment Service)State employment office for job placements, labour regulations, and quota authorizations.
Visit Portal ↗
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9. Verified Official Portals & Authorities

migration

Servei d’Immigració (Immigration Department) ↗

Official Andorran government immigration service managing residence and work authorizations.

https://www.immigracio.ad/
employment service

Servei d’Ocupació d’Andorra (Employment Service) ↗

State employment office for job placements, labour regulations, and quota authorizations.

https://www.treball.ad/

10. Next Official Step & Relocation Checklist

Ready to take your next step? Use our interactive checklist to track paperwork, appointments with municipal authorities, and financial preparation.