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Andorra Immigration and Work Permit Made Easy with Global EOR Services
Andorra Immigration and Work Permit Made Easy with Global EOR Services

Employer of Record (EOR) & Work Permit Support for Hiring Expats in Andorra

Expanding your business into Andorra presents unique opportunities and immigration and employment challenges. As a small, landlocked country in southwestern Europe, Andorra has strict foreign workforce regulations and a limited local talent pool. This makes hiring expatriates a complex process requiring compliance with visa, work permit, and employment laws.

With Acumen International’s Global Employer of Record (EOR) solution, you can hire expatriates in Andorra quickly, legally, and without the need for entity incorporation. We help businesses navigate immigration laws, secure work permits, and manage payroll compliance—all under a single, risk-free framework.

Why Do Businesses Expand to Andorra?

Andorra’s strategic location between France and Spain, combined with a favourable tax system and growing finance, tourism, and technology sectors, makes it an attractive destination for international businesses. However, companies face several key challenges when hiring in Andorra:

  • Work Permit Restrictions: Andorra has a strict quota system for foreign workers, requiring businesses to justify hiring non-residents over local candidates.
  • Visa & Residency Complexities: Work permits are tied to long-term residence permits, making the process more rigid compared to other European countries.
  • Limited Local Workforce: With a small domestic labour pool, Andorra relies on foreign professionals, especially in finance, hospitality, and IT.
  • Compliance Risks: Businesses must ensure they meet immigration and labour law requirements, or they risk permit rejections and legal penalties.

These factors make employing foreign talent in Andorra a complex but essential process — one that requires expert legal, payroll, and HR guidance.

How an Employer of Record (EOR) Simplifies Hiring in Andorra

Many companies struggle with the question: Should we set up a legal entity in Andorra or use an Employer of Record (EOR)?

Direct entity setup requires

  • Registering and maintaining a legal business entity in Andorra.
  • Securing work permits and long-term visas for expats.
  • Handling Andorran payroll, taxation, and compliance.
  • Ensuring full legal HR operations.

Using an EOR (Employer of Record) Provides

  • Faster market entry – No entity registration needed.
  • Work permit sponsorship – Full immigration compliance.
  • Payroll & tax management – Ensuring compliance with Andorra’s tax regulations.
  • Risk mitigation – Avoids penalties for misclassification or non-compliance.

By partnering with Acumen International, businesses can legally hire expats in Andorra while avoiding administrative burdens.

Work Permit Process for Expats in Andorra

Hiring foreign employees in Andorra requires securing both a work and residence permit. Here’s how the process works:

1. Employer’s Role in Work Permit Application

  • The Andorran employer or Employer of Record (EOR) submits the work permit request to the Department of Labour (Departament de Treball d’Andorra).
  • The employee signs a formal employment contract before application submission.

2. Visa & Residence Permit Application

  • The foreign employee applies for a residence permit alongside the work permit.
  • Proof of accommodation is required (tenancy agreement or ownership).
  • The employee must register with CASS (Caixa Andorrana de Seguretat Social) for social security compliance.

3. Finalising Employment & Residency

  • The applicant undergoes a mandatory medical examination as per Andorra’s immigration regulations.
  • The Immigration Service of Andorra (Servei d’Immigració d’Andorra) issues the residence and work permit upon approval.

Processing Time: Work permit approvals in Andorra typically take at least one month, with additional time required for visa processing.

Required Documents for a Work Permit in Andorra

Before Applying

  • Clearance certificate (criminal record check from home country).
  • Valid passport (original & copy).
  • Birth certificate.
  • Proof of marital status (if applicable).
  • Tenancy agreement & habitability certificate.
  • One passport photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm).

Upon Arrival in Andorra

  • Proof of CASS social security registration.
  • Employment contract signed by employer & employee.
  • Educational & professional qualification proof.
  • Medical clearance certificate issued by an Andorran doctor.

Having an Employer of Record (EOR) ensures all documentation is handled correctly, reducing rejection risks.

How an EOR Helps Overcome Immigration Challenges in Andorra

Many businesses expanding to Andorra struggle with work permit approvals due to:

  • Limited Work Permit Quotas – Andorra grants a fixed number of work permits per industry.
  • Strict Residency Requirements – Employees must secure both a work permit and a residence visa.
  • Labour Law Compliance Risks – Andorra has specific employment contract regulations that companies must follow.

Acumen International’s EOR solution in Andorra provides

  • Guaranteed legal employment – Employees are fully compliant under Andorran labour law.
  • End-to-end immigration support – From application submission to visa processing.
  • Faster approvals – Avoid common permit rejection pitfalls.
  • Payroll & tax compliance – Ensuring smooth salary payments & tax filing.

Beyond Work Permits: Full-Service Global Employment in Andorra

Hiring in Andorra isn’t just about work permits — it’s about ensuring smooth payroll, compliance, and HR management.

Acumen International’s Global EOR Services Include:

  • Work Permit & Visa Sponsorship – Full legal employment setup for expatriates.
  • Global Payroll & Tax Compliance – Salary processing & taxation in line with Andorran law.
  • Benefits & HR Administration – Managing healthcare, social security & employee benefits.
  • Risk Mitigation – Ensuring permanent establishment compliance & legal security.

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Why Businesses Trust Acumen International for Hiring in Andorra

  • Expand into Andorra Without a Local Entity – No company registration required.
  • Legally Hire & Pay Expats and local talent– Full immigration, employment & payroll compliance.
  • Fast-Track Work Permit Approvals – Expert handling of applications & requirements.
  • Seamless HR & Payroll Management – Tax filings, salary processing & employee benefits administration.

Looking to onboard international employees in Andorra? Contact us today!