Expatriation in Andorra
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We can help you with everything you need to do when relocating to Andorra: from setting up your company in the country, to making contact with real estate agencies, family reunification and driver’s license and vehicle registration.
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How do I expatriate to Andorra?
Andorra is attracting more and more Europeans. The French expatriate community continues to grow year on year. Expatriation is an enriching personal, family and professional experience.
What are the main challenges, and how do you meet them? Our business center does its utmost to support you in your expatriation project.
We have privileged relations with the Principality’s administrative and governmental institutions. We guarantee you a comprehensive, tailor-made service.
All you need to know before moving to Andorra
For several years now, the Principality of Andorra has been a destination of choice. The living conditions and standard of living are incomparable:
- The healthcare system is highly efficient, and professionals are qualified and experienced.
- You can repatriate your retirement to Andorra and benefit from the country’s tax advantages.
- It’s a sunny destination: there are around 300 days of sunshine a year.
- It’s a dynamic destination: the government is investing to attract foreign investors and revitalize Andorra.
- The cost of living makes for a comfortable existence.
- French/Spanish/Portuguese/Catalan cosmopolitan culture
- The natural environment
Crime is virtually non-existent in the Principality, so you feel really safe. - The school system for your children, with international schools (French, Spanish and English)
The tax advantages of expatriating to Andorra
Today, the Principality of Andorra attracts a wide range of profiles: top athletes, artists, Youtubers, cryptocurrency investors, retirees, company directors… To take advantage of Europe’s most advantageous tax :
- No tax on dividends
- No tax constraints
- No Impôt sur la Fortune Immobilière (IFI – property wealth tax)
- No inheritance tax
- Little or no income tax
- No VAT
- Banking secrecy guaranteed for residents
- Payroll costs 6.5% of payroll
- Employer’s contribution 15.5
- Domestic VAT 4.5
- Double taxation agreement
- Corporate income tax is 10% Max.
Gestoria la Peguera, your partner in Andorra
In the Principality of Andorra, the official language used for all administrative formalities is Catalan. Already tedious under normal circumstances, administrative formalities are even more so when they have to be carried out in a foreign language, and when you don’t fully master the country’s institutional particularities.
Gestoria la Peguera is the ideal partner to help you with all your administrative formalities in Andorra.
Have you decided to make Andorra your next home? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our experts are at your disposal for any further information you may need.
Becoming a resident in Andorra:choosing the right status
The passive house
Passive residency is granted to people who wish to become resident in Andorra without working or having a professional activity on Andorran territory. It is therefore suitable for international investors, retirees or people living off the income from their assets. To qualify for this status, you need to meet a number of criteria.
For more information, please visit our Passive Residence page.
Find out more about passive residences
Active living
Active residency in Andorra is granted to all expatriates who wish to work or set up a business here. To be eligible for active residency, you must meet a number of criteria.
We invite you to consult our page dedicated to active residency if you would like more information.
Find out more about active residence
International projection
This is a specific status reserved for people with an internationally recognized cultural reputation: artists, professional sportsmen and women, scientists, content creators, etc. International projection works in the same way as passive residency, with the exception of the investment conditions.
We invite you to consult our page dedicated to international projection if you would like to find out more.
Find out more about international projection
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For many expatriates, settling and living in Andorra means a whole new life. While this choice enables them to avoid double taxation, it’s also a way of enjoying the benefits of Andorran life on a daily basis. The quality of its educational facilities, its healthcare system, which is among the best in the world, and its rich and secure environment, make Andorra an attractive place to live for tax purposes.
VEHICLES AND DRIVER’S LICENSESAs an Andorran resident, vehicle purchases are VAT-free. No carbon tax, no tax on vehicle weight. Vehicle registration costs between €150 and €250, depending on engine capacity. Driving license without points.Read MoreWEALTH AND INHERITANCEAndorran law is very clear and straightforward on this point: if you have obtained resident status, inheritance taxes are tax-free. Making Andorra your place of residence for tax purposes is therefore very attractive.Read MoreLIFE IN ANDORRAThere are endless leisure activities for your family. Skiing, golf, hiking, cycling, mountain sports, amateur and high-level sports centers. The range of outdoor activities in contact with nature or indoors is vast and suited to all tastes.Read MoreSocial securityIf Andorra is your tax residence, you’ll benefit from the best social security in the world, far ahead of France. Regardless of your income, you pay a fixed contribution of around €200 a month. Children can benefit from their parents’ coverage.Real estate investmentAndorra offers a favorable environment for real estate investment in a wide range of property types. Property investment is facilitated by the Principality’s low taxation and the absence of inheritance tax if Andorra is your tax residence.Read MoreRetirementRetirement in Andorra is a simple way to optimize your income. As a resident, you are not liable for CSG and CRDS. Health institutions and hospitals are excellent, and private insurance plans are very affordable.Read More
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véhicules et permis de conduire
En étant résident andorran, les achats de véhicules sont hors TVA. Pas de taxe carbone, pas de taxe sur le poids des véhicules. Une carte grise coûte entre 150€ et 250€ selon la cylindrée. Permis de conduire sans point.
patrimoine et succession
Sachez que la loi andorrane est très claire et très simple à ce sujet : si vous avez obtenu le statut de résident en Principauté, les droits de succession sont libres de taxe. Faire de l’Andorre son lieu de résidence fiscale est, à ce titre, très intéressant.
vie en andorre
Les loisirs sont infinis. Ski, golf, randonnée, cyclisme, sports de montagne, centres de sports amateurs et de haut niveau. L’offre d’activités outdoor au contact de la nature ou indoor est vaste et adaptée à tous les goûts.
sécurité sociale
Si Andorre est votre lieu de résidence fiscale, vous bénéficierez de la meilleure sécurité sociale au monde, loin devant la France. Peu importe vos revenus, son montant de cotisation est fixe, environ 200€ mensuel. Les enfants pourront bénéficier de la couverture de leurs parents.
investissement immobilier
Andorre possède un environnement propice à l’investissement immobilier sur de nombreux types de biens. L’investissement immobilier est facilité par la faible fiscalité de la Principauté et l’absence de droits de succession si Andorre est votre lieu de résidence fiscale.
retraite
Prendre sa retraite en Andorre est un moyen simple d’optimiser vos revenus. En tant que résident, vous n’êtes pas assujettis à la CSG et au CRDS. Les institutions de santé et hôpitaux sont excellents et les régimes d’assurance privés sont très abordables.
Your questions about expatriation
We use your feedback to answer your questions and meet your expectations.
Which country is the easiest to expatriate to?
Choosing the right country in which to live and work requires a great deal of thought. In some countries, it can be very difficult to find a job. Other countries are more open, offering you the chance to work in different professions and develop your career. In fact, the choice depends on your needs.
Andorra offers you the best tax situation in Europe, as well as excellent living conditions.
Where is the easiest way to expatriate in Europe?
Would you like to expatriate for tax reasons, to increase your purchasing power while remaining close to France? We recommend Andorra, which benefits from numerous tax advantages, including a tax treaty with France.
To find out more, talk to one of our consultants.
Where to expatriate without a visa?
The choice to expatriate without a visa depends on your nationality, the length of your stay and the bilateral agreements between your home and host countries. It’s important to note that visa and immigration regulations can change at any time, so it’s crucial to check current requirements before planning a trip or extended stay. Expatriation is a life project that should not be taken lightly, as it involves significant changes (change of country, life, work, culture, tax residence, etc.).
There are many places where citizens of many countries can stay for a given period without a visa or with simplified visa requirements. Here are just a few examples:
European Union (EU) and Schengen Area: Citizens of many countries can travel visa-free in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. .
Latin America: Many Latin American countries offer visa-free periods or visas on arrival for varying lengths of time. For example, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Mexico have favorable policies for tourists of several nationalities.
Southeast Asia: Several Southeast Asian countries, such as Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Laos and Cambodia, offer visas on arrival or visa exemptions for tourist stays*.
Caribbean: Many countries
Some countries are renowned for their low tax rates. And this also means lower expenses. Taxes are often a large part of your personal and business expenses.
Andorra is renowned for its low-tax policy.
To find out more about taxation in Andorra, contact us.