Category: Humanitarian / Refugee / Asylum Visa
Overview: Andorra does not operate a formal asylum or refugee visa system, as it is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention. Humanitarian considerations are handled on a highly discretionary, case-by-case basis under general immigration laws, potentially leading to temporary residency for exceptional reasons.
Eligibility: No codified criteria. Eligibility is highly restricted, requiring demonstrable exceptional humanitarian circumstances or compelling reasons, often necessitating a strong connection to Andorra or legal representation.
Processing Time: ~365 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.govern.ad/servei-d-immigracio
Summary: Andorra lacks a formal asylum system or specific refugee visa. Humanitarian applications are exceptional, requiring dire circumstances and are handled under general immigration law for discretionary temporary residency, offering protection on a case-by-case basis.