Andorra•EuropeArtist, Athlete, and Scientist Residence Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
3,000 EUR
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Specialized passive residency for recognized artists, professional athletes, and scientists with international credentials. Requires proof of international recognition through awards, titles, or published works.
This specialized residency permit is designed for internationally recognized artists, professional athletes, and scientists who wish to reside in Andorra. Applicants must provide evidence of international recognition such as prestigious awards, titles, published works in peer-reviewed journals, or international achievements in their field.
Family members including spouses and children can be included.
Annual Visa Allocation
50 visas per year
Quotas in Andorra are established by government decree and are not strictly annual; they remain open until the allocated number of permits is exhausted. The most recent allocation (March 2023) provided 50 permits for the 'scientific, cultural, and sporting interest' category and was reported as exhausted in January 2026. A separate quota of 30 permits is typically allocated for 'professionals with international projection'.
No lottery system
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
49,546 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
50,000 EUR
Investment Required
47,500 EUR
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Proof of professional recognition
International titles, prizes, awards, certificates, publications
Curriculum vitae
Detailed professional history
Proof of accommodation
Property ownership or rental contract in Andorra
Criminal background certificate
From country of residence
Health insurance
Valid coverage in Andorra
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Advantages
- Recognition for cultural and scientific contributions
- Can include family members
- Path to long-term residency and citizenship
- Access to favorable tax benefits
- Renewable for extended periods
Considerations
- Requires proven international recognition
- Immigration fee of €3,000 (plus €1,000 per dependent)
- €50,000 deposit required (plus €12,000 per dependent)
- Minimum 3 months annual residency mandatory
- Subjective evaluation of 'international recognition'
Application Process
Demonstrate international recognition
Provide evidence of international titles, prizes, awards, or published works
Gather documentation
Prepare credentials, CV, proof of recognition, accommodation proof
Submit application
File with Immigration Department with supporting documentation
Background check
Provide criminal record certificate
Receive residence card
Obtain artist/athlete/scientist residence authorization
Application Forms
Artist/Athlete/Scientist Residence Application
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