Newspaper headline "Holiday success, exit collapse"
Last Update 17th December 2025
A summary of latest news that may afect new and existing residents.
The Government has decided to double the Inflation rate increase of 2.8% for 2025 to a substantial 5.6%. The reason is that they would like to be able to approach the EU directive that the minimum salary be 60% of te minimum wage. That this year is not achievable but ALL passive residents are facing a considerable increase iin annual requirements. Please read on and note carefully.....
The proposals now in Parliament will affect the requirements for all categories, especially passive residency category A. On12th December after discussion on amendments were passed to the Comissió Legislativa d'Economia for further processing before a final vote and passing into law in 2026. NOW, the passive quota is running out AND the new law will still affect ALL applicants who do not have their residency card IN HAND....... Watch this space.
Capital Gains tax on property now a mine field for passive residents, it is vitally important that you may need to take action now. Read more....
The short answer is yes, but fiscal certificates may increasingly become a problem for passive residents, if you are or will become a passive resident you may be affected.
An up to date property valuation can now replace the value as determined on the Escriptura of a property (Title deeds), the traditional benchmark for Immigration investment thresholds. Read more.......
No, If you are intending to apply for company formation and Compte Propi Category D Active this category is now closed, we expect it to reopen y by the early part of 2026. There will be changes ! Read more....
If you are applying for a seasonal or permanent work permit, non EU nationals that now include UK nationals will need 6 years work experience (2 years for seasonal and a return ticket), together with proof that you are in the EU legally (not more than 90 days) . Do not get caught out by the new regulations, a reported 500 Argentine hopefuls and more than 100 Peruvians have been sent packing so far this season, Read more....
EES started October 12th 2025, what will this mean for Andorra residents and what will I need to do when I enter and leave the EU? We are starting to have feedback !
From 2029 the current requirement for employees (only) is due to be expanded to ALL categories of residents. click for a new page on the Catalan language course requirements that includes a linnk to the actual course.
Yes, but I am not offering that service. There is a reason as to why I will not use the term "nomad" and what the disadvantages of an application in this category. This view is now reinforced by what will be required at renewal as I had predicted freelancers will be........
Make Andorra your home.
All the very best for 2025, my name is Jane Whittaker and I specialise in Andorra relocation and residency applications. I am an "Andorrana" but was born in England. Over 38 years ago I fell in love with my ski instructor on a week's holiday and have been living in Andorra ever since and have two wonderful sons, a fairy tale movie perhaps!
But enough of that, lets get down to how I can help you. "How can I become an Andorra Resident?"
I have been involved in Government administration for over 35 years and this my very own website is now more than 15 years old, being the foremost independent site that prioritised the residency process. There are now many other sites offering information on all aspects of Andorra, this one concentrates solely on the residency process, the reason why you are reading this!
Into 2025, I am still concerned by other agencies and companies new and not so new, clearly giving advice and information which is wrong and unprofessional, with the ever increasing complexity of categories and requirements you have reached the right website and it comes with a guarantee that where you see or are given conflicting information elsewhere, this site and my information is correct !!
Some years ago I realised that there was little or no up to date information on Andorra residency out there on the internet other than international or internet based organisations so I put together this website to inform you personally about Andorra and all the advantages that becoming a resident confers. The response has been one of gratitude really, from Australia to UK, India and all parts of the globe and the main thread of this feedback is “I didn't know Andorra had all this to offer" and "I had heard of Andorra but didn't really know where it was".
With three fixed appointments minimum per week at Immigration, I have over the years built up a wealth of experience and knowledge on relocation to Andorra.
My website has that proven personal touch not an international chain, blog, or a Caribbean based expat forum, I live here and have built up over the past 36 years extensive contacts both in Government, banks, local estate agents to name but a few. I have successfully relocated many individuals and families from all parts of the globe and am fully familiar with the documentation required and have an in-depth knowledge of the Government procedures. I would love to help you to settle in this country and I can make your Andorra residency card as painless as can be. I can assure you now that enjoying the benefits of Andorra is just a click away without any obligation and if you decide to proceed I am here personally to help you through the application process.
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Jane Whittaker said " Families come here for the schooling, where children learn Spanish, French and Catalan. It´s a lovely place to bring them up, no crime...The lack of information about living and buying property there led her to start a relocation and residency agency..
"When Jane Whittaker arrived in the Principality of Andorra 25 years ago, this tiny country, wedged in the Pyrenees......
Jane Whittaker is our outstanding contact in Andorra. A British expat, she’s extremely well connected, discreet, and savvy.
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Free and without obligation initial advice on all aspects of becoming a resident in Andorra and includes advice on:
- The most suitable hotels, areas to visit and where to avoid when you visit, and most importantly I will meet you upon your arrival and spend time ensuring that you are familiar with the best aspects that Andorra has to offer,
- Preparing all documents for compliance as required under current Andorran banking policy and on your visit, personally introducing you to a bank manager here and arranging a meeting for you with private investment banking should you wish to discuss investment through Andorran banks,
- Arranging advice from professional tax advisers in Andorra, discussing the requirements for fiscal residency,
- Arranging meetings with a lawyer to discuss and proceed with company formation and accounting support,
- Coordinating your application including the completion and acceptance by Immigration of the full set of documentation, with personal guidance from my worldwide database of police and other required certificates,
- Arranging viewings to suit your requirements for the rental or purchase of property through my trusted and partnered estate agents,
- Arranging the basic insurance cover to satisfy Immigration requirements should this be required, or if more comprehensive cover is concerned arranging this also ensuring that the required declaration by Immigration can be signed and stamped,
- Coordinating with the Directors of local schools and arranging schooling for your children,
- Coordinating the removal to Andorra of your furniture and personal effects from anywhere in the world,
- Assistance in importing cars that you may wish to bring with you or purchase in another country to take advantage of the available concession for no import tax on cars for newly arrived residents, also sourcing cars and changing driving licenses,
- Personal assistance in connecting and installing electricity, telephone, high speed fibre optics access up to 2,000 MB/s, mobile phones and that all important ski pass,
- And any other advice on, GPs, Dentists, local living expenses, access, importing and exporting, local schooling, local wills, and just about anything relative to your relocation,
- Or if you are just interested in property for investment or a ski holiday home near the pistes, let me weed out the suitable properties for you to view with my trusted local agent.
- Post Application" services not only to see you through the period of settling in, but also to look after all your residential administration, registration, mail, property maintenance requirements and of course the renewals on the due dates.
What is the cost of living in Andorra ?
An Itemised list as a guide
What is the cost of living in Andorra?
I have compiled a guide on the cost of living in Andorra for various commodities and services.
Andorra, Soldeu hosted the 2019 World Cup Downhill Skiing Finals for the first time ever.
So far so good, what do I do now?
Without any obligation I can advise you right now on any subject relevant to Andorra, and if I don't have the answers I will find out for you the same day. Whether it's about moving to Andorra, the minefield of categories, a holiday home in the ski resorts perhaps, advice on tax issues, importing cars, starting a business and any other personal questions you may have.
You can telephone me directly on + 376 836255, or e-mail me on residency@livinginandorra.com no filling in boxes to an anonymous website, or clicking on annoying ads, just ask me, I don't bite!!
Choosing the right person or company to help and to advise in monumental and life changing decisions is the most important factor in relocating to and living in a foreign country, and with this in mind I look forward to hearing from you on any question you may have....
OK, I want to explore a little further with options for residency, so where do I start ?
Right here, follow the arrows to guide you through the categories and processes......
it´s as easy as that.....
Probably not the latest Andorra news, that`s in the paper!Views, opinions on local rags, the only real source of sarcasm...
