Immigration

Residency, migration, visas, foreign workers, expulsions, and immigration policy.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 14:02

Andorra Secures EU Deal to Avoid Systematic Border Checks Under EES from 2026

Provisional agreement replaces routine scans with random inspections, preserving Andorran nationals' exemptions while tightening rules for non-EU passive residents to prove genuine ties.

Politics•2 Related•Apr 05, 2026 • 06:16

2,559 Andalusians in Andorra Eligible to Vote in May 17 Regional Elections

2,559 Andalusians in Andorra can vote by mail or at the Spanish consulate May 9-14 in the May 17 elections to renew Parliament, with rolls finalized post-Monday.

Politics•5 Related•Apr 02, 2026 • 13:16

Andorra Secures EU Deal to Keep Random Border Checks Amid EES Rollout

Agreement preserves status quo with France and Spain, expands Schengen travel rights for residents, and enhances security via police collaboration, averting economic harm from systematic controls.

Politics•2 Related•Mar 19, 2026 • 06:02

Andorra Nears EU Entry/Exit System Integration Amid Spain's Reservations

Andorra's border control pact with the EU's EES awaits final approval, delayed by Spain's concerns over the deal's legal status and Gibraltar.

Other•3 Related•Mar 16, 2026 • 12:31

Andorra Residence and Work Permits Drop 18.9% in Q3 2025

Initial permits fell sharply due to declines in temporary and extendable categories, though active permits rose slightly to 57,767 amid rising.

Politics•4 Related•Mar 14, 2026 • 21:01

All 30 Andorrans Repatriated Safely from Middle East Conflict

Andorra's Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor confirms the successful return of all citizens who requested repatriation, praising consular teams and.

Other•4 Related•Mar 13, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Rejects 60 Passive Residency Applications Due to Quota Exhaustion, Tightens Rules

Police rejected applications despite early filings as quotas filled during processing, forcing applicants to leave; government cuts overall permits.

Politics•2 Related•Mar 12, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra to Expel Families Over Irregular Immigration Status

Government will annul residence permits and deport entire families if any member lacks proper status, under new Qualified Immigration Law amendments.

Business•3 Related•Feb 19, 2026 • 14:45

Andorra CES Approves Expanded Immigration Quotas

Economic and Social Council endorses government's proposal for 150 extra work permits and reopening of 400 residence quotas to address high-demand.

Other•4 Related•Feb 18, 2026 • 07:30

Resident population in Andorra rose by 1,862 people to 89,165 as of January 31, 2026, driven by immigrants

Northern and central parishes led gains, driven by rises in Colombians, Peruvians, and Argentinians. Working-age residents comprise 73.4% of total.

Other•2 Related•Feb 13, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Immigration Authorisations Rise 4.3% in Q3 2025

Andorra issued 1,727 initial permits in August-October 2025, up from 2024, with active totals reaching 56,322 amid gains in managers and unskilled.

Other•5 Related•Feb 11, 2026 • 22:00

Spanish Police Intensify Border Checks on Andorran Workers Amid Irregular Residency Crackdown

Andorran authorities revoked 39 work permits after inspections revealed 56 false claims among 65 cases, with a 3% irregularity rate and ongoing appeals.

Politics•5 Related•Feb 08, 2026 • 17:46

Andorra Sociologist Urges Halving Citizenship Wait from 20 to 10 Years

Joan Micó calls for reducing Andorra's residency requirement for nationality to boost democratic responsiveness and social cohesion amid a shrinking.

Other•2 Related•Feb 06, 2026 • 14:30

Three Men Jailed in Andorra for Breaching Expulsion Orders

Non-residents aged 20, 22, and 30 arrested in Pas de la Casa during patrols and imprisoned at La Comella after illegal re-entry despite prior bans.

Other•5 Related•Feb 04, 2026 • 06:31

Andorra Population to Surge 18-28% by 2040 Amid Aging and Immigration

Projections show Andorra's residents rising to 103,604-112,221 by 2040, driven by immigration despite low birth rates, with rapid aging and male.

Other•5 Related•Jan 26, 2026 • 17:02

Andorra's Population Hits 89,058 in 2025, Up 2.3%

Resident population grew by 1,961 people, driven by immigration from Latin America, with sharp parish variations and stable age distribution.

Other•5 Related•Jan 23, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Active Immigration Hits 56,090, Up 3.5% in 2025

Residence and work permits rise amid new quotas exhausted and stricter investment rules incoming to curb growth.

Other•3 Related•Jan 20, 2026 • 06:16

200 Peruvian Workers Flee Andorra Over EU Entry/Exit Fears

Andorran officials confirm EU agreement to shield borders from biometric checks, while community leaders urge better contract oversight and direct hiring from Peru to stem labor issues.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 17, 2026 • 07:01

Andorran Police Deny Questioning Children on Immigration Status

Police reject claims of interrogating minors for family immigration checks amid community fears, emphasizing welfare interventions and legal protocols.

Politics•5 Related•Jan 16, 2026 • 19:01

Argentinos en Andorra Probes Police Questioning of Unaccompanied Kids

South American group urges families to report incidents of authorities quizzing children in public amid claims of immigration checks, which police.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 20:16

Andorra Defends Strict Family Reunification Rules After 16 Argentine Families Leave

Government insists on income thresholds and quota distinctions amid complaints from Argentinos en Andorra association over denied minor applications.

Politics•2 Related•Jan 13, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Denies Family Reunification for 16 Argentine Minors Over EES Violations

Residents' groups and Unicef urge clearer rules and child protections after authorities forced returns, citing Schengen stay limits and missing documents for non-EU families.

Other•2 Related•Jan 07, 2026 • 17:30

French Officials Seize 5,700 Packets of Andorran Tobacco in High-Speed Chases

French officials seized over 5,700 packets of Andorran tobacco near Toulouse in two operations involving abandoned cargo and a speeding vehicle from Pas de la Casa.

Politics•5 Related•Dec 30, 2025 • 06:30

Record 20% of Andorrans View Immigration as Major Problem

ARI poll shows record 20% of nationals view immigration as major problem, up from 7.2% earlier 2025. Housing tops concerns at 42.3%.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 24, 2025 • 12:15

Concordia Queries Andorra Gov't on Spain's EES Impact on Family Reunification

Andorran parliamentary group seeks assessment of Spain's Entry/Exit system effects on non-EU family reunification and minors' status amid Schengen.