Europe
Andorra
Tiny Pyrenean country for skiing, hiking and low-tax shopping. Very safe and clean, but no airport or trains, quiet nights outside ski season and high rents.
- US travel advisoryLevel 1Exercise normal precautionsDetails
- Visa93 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencyEURUS$1 ≈ €0.89Details
- Price level68%of US prices (World Bank PPP)
- English3/5Common in tourist areas
- PlugsType C, F230 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency112Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 118 · All emergencies 112
- Tap waterYes, drinkableExcellent mountain water; safe to drink from taps and public fountains.Details
- LGBTQ+Marriage equalityMarriage legal since 2023 and broad legal protections.Details
- Internet244 MbpsMedian fixed broadbandDetails
- DrivingOn the rightValid foreign licences work for visitors; non-EU drivers should carry an IDP. Winter tyres or chains often required.
- Digital nomad visaYesDigital nomad residence (remote worker)Details
Where to go in Andorra
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra la VellaCapital city | 5/5 | $2,700–3,940 | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | 23/100 |
When to visit Andorra
December–March for skiing; late June–September for hiking and lakes. April–May and November are quiet, with some hotels and lifts closed.
Good to know
Entry
- Not in the EU or Schengen. You arrive by road from Spain or France, leaving and re-entering the Schengen area.
- Travellers who need a Schengen visa should get a multiple-entry one so they can return to Spain or France.
- Spanish and French customs check goods on the way out; duty-free allowances are enforced.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Duty-free limits on tobacco, alcohol and fuel are enforced at the Spanish and French borders.
- Snow chains or winter tyres can be mandatory on mountain roads in winter.
Etiquette
- Catalan is the official language; a 'bon dia' is appreciated.
- Don't treat Andorrans as Spanish or French.
Tipping
Not expected. Round up or leave 5–10% for good restaurant service.
Neighbouring countries
Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Govern d'Andorra
- Visit Andorra
- SAAS (Andorran Health Care Service)
- World Bank open data
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