Practical guides on residency, taxation and daily life in Andorra for individuals, the self-employed and companies.
![Income tax return in Andorra: how to do it [2023]](https://andorrainsiders.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/declaracion-renta.jpg)
Filing your personal income tax return (IRPF) is a procedure that must be completed every year, and not just in Andorra. In this article, we'll show you who needs to file, how, and where to do it. 📊 Key data (2025–2026) General ISI rate: 5 % (€24,001–€40,000) and 10 %… Read more
Parking Madriu is the largest and most centrally located parking garage in Andorra la Vella, with over 1,000 spaces and rates of approximately €1.20 per hour. Located beneath the Punt de Trobada shopping center, it is a 5-minute walk from the main shops. In addition to Madriu, there are other free parking options on the outskirts and parking garages… Read more
![Buying vs importing a car in Andorra [GUIDE 2022]](https://andorrainsiders.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/coche-andorra.jpg)
Buying or importing a car in Andorra can save you between 101% and 251% compared to the price in Spain or France, thanks to the 4.5% IGI (General Import Tax) versus the 2.1% VAT. This guide explains step by step how to do it in 2026: requirements, taxes payable upon registration, the e-Engega program (up to €6,000 for… Read more
Vehicle inspections (ITV) in Andorra are mandatory for all vehicles registered in the Principality and cost between €25.55 and €65 depending on the vehicle type. In 2026, ITV Serveis operated the two official inspection stations and allowed online appointments to be booked in under 5 minutes. This guide covers updated prices… Read more
In previous articles we explained the operation of the Andorran social security or Caixa Andorrana de Seguretat Social (CASS), as well as the health system in Andorra, where we explained that it is a co-payment system where the CASS takes care of most of the the costs (66%, 75%, 90% or 100%) while … Read more
Andorra has 14 official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays (Constitution Day, National Day) and local holidays specific to each parish. In addition, traditions such as the Night of Saint John, the Cirerers (a local festival), and the Marató (a marathon) celebrate Andorran identity. This guide includes the complete calendar of holidays, what is celebrated on each one, and which ones affect… Read more
📅 Last updated: May 2026. If you have a Spanish or European driving license, you can validate it in Andorra directly without having to retake the exam—it only requires an application to the Department of Mobility and payment of the corresponding fee. To obtain a license from scratch in Andorra, the process includes theoretical and practical classes, and… Read more
Last updated: May 2026. While accommodation isn't a key issue for people who want to live in Andorra, it is crucial for occasional travelers visiting this small country in the Pyrenees for a few days. They will need to stay in one of its hotels, and that's why we're focusing on them… Read more
Another little-known fact about the Principality of Andorra is that it has one of the highest concentrations of museums per square meter in the world. Given its small size and such a high concentration of museums, it easily achieves this recognition. Key data (2025–2026) Source: Ministry of Culture — Government of Andorra. Although… Read more
Andorra has a trilingual education system unique in Europe: students can choose between three systems—Andorran (Catalan), Spanish (Castilian), and French—all funded by the state. Schooling is compulsory from age 3 to 16 and completely free. For university studies, there is the University of Andorra (UdA), although… Read more
