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Andorra

A microstate between France and Spain — ski slopes, duty-free shopping, and Pyrenean hiking.

Entry Requirements

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Emergency Numbers

General
112

Currency

Name
Euro
Code
EUR
Symbol
€

Andorra uses the Euro despite not being an EU member. No customs duty — electronics, alcohol, and tobacco are significantly cheaper than France and Spain. ATMs in Andorra la Vella. Cards accepted everywhere.

Power Outlets

Outlet types
Type C, Type F
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz

Time Zone

CET (UTC+1) — CEST (UTC+2) in summer

Best Time to Visit

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

December–March is ski season (Grandvalira is the Pyrenees' largest ski area). July–August is peak hiking season — stunning trails above 2,000m. Spring and autumn are quiet and pleasant for a day trip from Barcelona or Toulouse.

Tipping Customs

VenueTypicalNotes
Restaurants10%Not strongly expected but appreciated
TaxisRound up—

Dress Code

  • Ski wear in winter; casual in summer
  • Smart casual for Andorra la Vella's restaurants

Social Etiquette

  • Andorra is co-governed by two Co-Princes: the Bishop of Urgell (Spain) and the French President — a unique feudal arrangement still in force
  • Catalan is the official language; Spanish and French are universally spoken
  • Shopping tourism is huge — electronics, perfume, and alcohol are bargains without EU tax
  • Andorrans are used to day-trippers; staying overnight gives you the quieter, genuine side of the country

Local Laws

Laws change. Verify current rules with your country's official travel advisory before departure.

  • Schengen rules apply entering from France and Spain — no border controls within Schengen, but customs checks are routine for shopping goods
  • Cannabis is decriminalised for personal use
  • Ski safety: obey piste markings and off-piste rules strictly — rescue services exist but avalanche risk is real

Common Phrases

EnglishLocalPronunciation
Hello (Catalan)Hola / Bon diaOH-lah / bon DEE-ah
Thank you (Catalan)GràciesGRAH-tsyehs
Please (Catalan)Si us plausee oos PLOW
Cheers! (Catalan)Salut!sah-LOOT
How much? (Catalan/Spanish)Quant costa? / ¿Cuánto cuesta?KWAHN kos-tah / KWAHN-toh KWES-tah

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