The upcoming regulations governing administrative managers in Andorra could change who is authorized to handle matters with the government. The bill is currently under parliamentary review and establishes a clear rule: to practice professionally, it will be necessary to be registered as a practicing member of the official professional association.<\/p>\n
The bill on the practice of the profession of administrative manager and the Official Association of Administrative Managers has now entered parliamentary procedure. The deadline for amendments is September 9, after which the proposals will be reviewed by the Committee on Economy.<\/p>\n
Approval could come before the end of the year, although the text is not yet law and may change during the legislative process. The main new feature expected is the Mandatory registration of administrative managers in Andorra<\/strong>To provide these services professionally, it will be necessary to join the college as a practicing member.<\/p>\n The project aims to regulate and organize the practice of this profession, establish ethical, professional, and legal principles, and protect the rights and interests of those who receive these services. It also seeks to regulate the professional association's powers and help prevent professional misconduct.<\/p>\n According to the proposal, yes. Membership in the Official College will be mandatory to practice the profession. Registration as a non-practicing member will have a different consequence: it will allow membership in the college, but will not qualify the holder to provide professional services as an administrative manager.<\/p>\n This difference will be relevant for those who carry out procedures with public bodies or advertise management services. The final text could specify the access, registration, and adaptation requirements for those who carry out related activities. Until the final law and its transitional provisions are known, it is not possible to determine all the practical effects of the new regulation.<\/p>\n Before hiring or starting this type of activity, it will be necessary to review the effective date, adaptation deadlines, and final registration requirements. The draft is still under parliamentary debate, so the requirements published now may not fully reflect the final regulations.<\/p>\n The role of an administrative manager involves studying, preparing, promoting, requesting, processing, and monitoring procedures and actions before any public administration body. Their work includes informing, assisting, and guiding the client throughout the process, whether the client is an individual, a company, a corporation, or an entity without legal personality.<\/p>\n The limit lies in the legal techniques reserved for lawyers. A manager can handle administrative tasks, but doesn't necessarily replace a lawyer when the matter requires specialized legal advice or the application of knowledge reserved for lawyers. In tax, labor, or commercial matters, it may also be necessary to have the appropriate professional involved.<\/p>\n The future regulations will establish the ethical, professional, and legal framework applicable to the profession. The objective is to protect the rights and interests of those who benefit from the professional services. The professional association may approve internal regulations, professional criteria, and ethical rules as deemed necessary, within the powers conferred upon it by law.<\/p>\n One of the assumptions foreseen in the project is the suspension of professional practice when professional civil liability insurance is not in force.<\/p>\n Specific requirements regarding qualifications, experience, training, or documentation for admission are not detailed in the available information. Any definitive list of requirements would be premature until the final text and, if applicable, the implementing regulations are approved.<\/p>\n The project identifies three situations that can lead to the suspension of professional practice: the lack of validity of civil liability insurance, a precautionary suspension agreed within a disciplinary file and a temporary disqualification established by a final judicial, administrative or collegiate resolution.<\/p>\n Disciplinary responsibility is in addition to any civil and criminal liability that may arise from professional conduct. The bill stipulates that practicing and non-practicing members of professional associations will be held disciplinarily liable for acts or omissions committed in the course of their professional practice or for failure to fulfill their duties and obligations.<\/p>\n For clients, it is helpful to request professional identification and, once the professional association is operational, to confirm the applicant's active membership. They can also request information about insurance coverage. These checks do not guarantee the outcome of the application, but they help to mitigate basic risks.<\/p>\n The project defines conflicts of interest and establishes an obligation to abstain when an incompatibility exists. Professionals will have to recuse themselves when they cannot guarantee independent action.<\/p>\n Advertising for these services will also be subject to limits. It must respect the dignity of the profession and avoid unfair or illegal competition. For the client, this offers a useful guideline: commercial promises should not present as guaranteed a result that depends on an administrative body or the documentation provided.<\/p>\n Liability may be civil, criminal, or disciplinary, depending on the conduct and its consequences. Furthermore, the bill provides for disciplinary liability for both practicing and non-practicing members of professional associations for acts, omissions, or breaches of their professional duties and obligations.<\/p>\n The proposal includes two ways to operate: individually or through companies. The specific conditions for each option will depend on the final regulations.<\/p>\n Those who carry out this activity can review how they identify the professional responsible for each action, as well as their contracts, powers of attorney, and insurance policies. These measures help to define responsibilities within a firm or company.<\/p>\n For companies and clients, it is useful to put in writing the scope of the assignment, the documentation that must be delivered, the fees, the expected deadlines and how to report incidents.<\/p>\n For someone arriving from another country, distinguishing between a qualified professional and someone who simply offers help with paperwork isn't always easy. Mandatory professional registration can facilitate this identification once the professional association is established and consultation mechanisms are in place.<\/p>\n The function described in the project includes providing information, support, and guidance in dealings with public administrations. The specific scope of the services will depend on the law that is ultimately passed.<\/p>\n Professional registration alone does not guarantee a favorable outcome for a case. It does not replace a legal, tax, or labor review when required, nor does it make the manager responsible for decisions that fall under the Administration's jurisdiction.<\/p>\n Before hiring, use this list:<\/p>\n The Association of Administrative Managers and Business Consultants, chaired by Nat\u00e0lia Cusnir, is leading the creation of the professional association in conjunction with the government. The aim is to regulate the profession and prevent [unspecified issues]. professional intrusion in Andorra<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The future professional association could be responsible for approving internal regulations, professional standards, and ethical rules, as well as ensuring their compliance within the legal framework. Its specific powers will depend on the law ultimately approved by the General Council.<\/p>\n The regulation can also clarify how many professionals actually practice this activity in Andorra. The reference text identifies this issue as one of the sector's unknowns.<\/p>\n The current timeline is as follows: the bill is under review, the amendment period ends on September 9, 2026, and the text will then be reviewed by the Economics Committee. Approval could occur before the end of the year, although this timeline is subject to change.<\/p>\n Following parliamentary approval, the official publication and entry into force will still be necessary. The transitional arrangements and adaptation periods established for professionals and firms will also need to be clarified.<\/p>\n Professionals can begin by reviewing the validity of their professional liability insurance, how they advertise their services, and their internal procedures for detecting conflicts of interest. Law firms and companies can also analyze their contracts and powers of attorney.<\/p>\n Clients can now request clear identification, a quote, a written description of the engagement, and proof of submission. In important cases, it is helpful to keep all communications and confirm which parts fall under the manager's responsibility and which require a lawyer, tax advisor, or other specialist.<\/p>\n The information reflects the draft as of August 18, 2026, and does not replace professional legal advice. To find out how this future regulation may affect your residence, business, investments, or relationships with managers and advisors, you can contact Andorra Insiders<\/a>.<\/p>\n No. As of August 18, 2026, the text is currently undergoing parliamentary review. The deadline for amendments is September 9, and approval could occur before the end of the year.<\/p>\n The project establishes mandatory membership in the professional association to practice professionally. Registration as a non-practicing member will not authorize the provision of services.<\/p>\n The proposal requires current professional liability insurance. Failure to maintain this insurance may result in suspension of practice.<\/p>\n You can study, prepare, request, process and follow procedures before public administrations for individuals, companies and entities, without encroaching on the legal functions reserved for lawyers.<\/p>\n Yes. The project contemplates individual practice and practice through companies, subject to the conditions and responsibilities established by the final regulations.<\/p>\nWill membership in a professional association be mandatory to practice as an administrative manager?<\/h2>\n
What does an administrative manager do in Andorra?<\/h2>\n
Requirements and guarantees for practicing the profession<\/h2>\n
When can an administrative manager be suspended?<\/h2>\n
Conflicts of interest, advertising and professional responsibility<\/h2>\n
Individual or corporate exercise: what options does the regulation contemplate?<\/h2>\n
How will the regulation affect foreigners, investors and companies in Andorra?<\/h2>\n
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The fight against intrusion and the creation of the official college<\/h2>\n
Planned timeline and next legislative steps<\/h2>\n
What should administrative managers and their clients do now?<\/h2>\n
Frequent questions<\/h2>\n
Is the law on administrative managers already in force in Andorra?<\/h3>\n
Will membership in a professional association be mandatory for all administrative managers?<\/h3>\n
What insurance does an administrative manager need?<\/h3>\n
What procedures can an administrative manager carry out?<\/h3>\n
Can you work through a company?<\/h3>\n