Move to Andorra - Practical Setup

How to move to Andorra step by step

Moving to Andorra or relocating to Andorra should feel practical and predictable. When you decide to move, we handle the moving parts that slow people down: opening a bank account with local banks in Andorra, binding the right insurance, switching the electricity on with the Andorran electrical company (FEDA), and getting your internet and mobile live with Andorra Telecom. You will know who does what, what to bring and when each step completes. If you are also buying a home or applying for Andorra residency or other residence permits, we align these tasks so nothing blocks your move-in date and your Andorra residence is ready on day one. Invico provides end to end Andorra relocation services so your banking, utilities and internet match your residency timeline.

Residency in Andorra - main options

For full details of each residency category, deposits and stay requirements, see our Residency in Andorra guide. Most “residency Andorra” questions are about timing and paperwork. Whether you are applying as an employee, setting up a company or choosing passive residency in Andorra, we coordinate banking, insurance and utilities so that the practical side keeps pace with your application and immigration to Andorra. We do everything to give you the best chance of obtaining your residence in Andorra.

What we set up

• Banking - appointment, KYC pack review, account opening and online banking activation so your Andorra residence has local payment options from the start.
• Insurance - home and liability as standard, optional contents and valuables add ons.
• Electricity with FEDA - contract, meter reading or activation, direct debit setup.
• Internet and mobile with Andorra Telecom - plan selection, number porting if needed, router install date, SIM pickup or delivery.
• Building handover - keys, community rules, waste and parking instructions.
• Optional - parish registration guidance, vehicle and ITV basics, mailbox setup to support your long term residency in Andorra.

Document checklist

• If part of your move is driven by tax planning, see our income tax in Andorra guide before you finalise dates.
• Bring originals and clear scans where possible. We will prepare the forms.
• Identity - passport for all adults, proof of civil status if relevant.
• Address in Andorra - purchase deed or signed rental contract.
• Financial - recent bank statements and source of funds evidence your bank expects.
• Utilities - meter numbers if available, previous bills if taking over a supply.
• Contact - local phone and email to receive confirmations and installation windows.

The steps

1. Kick off call - confirm address, timelines, who is moving to Andorra and which residency in Andorra route you plan to follow.
2. Residency application - we align documents, appointments and timings with your Andorra residency application so nothing in the practical setup conflicts with your file.
3. Bank - pre check documents, attend appointment, account issued, online access enabled.
4. Insurance - select cover, bind policy, certificate shared with building admin if requested.
5. FEDA - contract submitted, activation scheduled, direct debit agreed.
6. Andorra Telecom - choose plan, book install, collect SIMs, confirm router delivery or technician visit.
7. Handover - collect keys, record meter readings, test power and internet, final checklist.

Typical timelines

• Bank account - 2 to 5 working days once documents are accepted.
• Insurance - same day to 1 working day.
• FEDA activation - same day to 2 working days depending on meter status.
• Internet install - 1 to 5 working days based on slot availability.
• Full setup path - many clients complete all core steps inside 1 week when documents and address are ready.

Andorra immigration and residence permits

Andorra immigration rules expect utilities, banking and insurance to match your declared address. We sync these details with your residency in Andorra file so that nothing in the practical setup contradicts your application or immigration to Andorra.

Do I need an Andorran bank account before utilities and internet?

It is strongly recommended. Direct debits are the standard for FEDA and Andorra Telecom. We open the account first so everything else flows and your move to Andorra is not delayed.

Can I port my mobile number from abroad?

In many cases you will receive a new Andorran number. We check current options and handle the paperwork for you.

What if my meter is inactive or there is no previous supply?

We arrange a technician visit and coordinate the activation date with your move in.

Is home insurance mandatory?

Owners and many buildings require it. We bind the policy before handover and provide the certificate to the administrator.

How do you coordinate with a purchase or tenancy?

We align dates with your notary signing for clients who are buying a property in Andorra, or lease start so utilities and internet are ready when you get the keys, keeping your Andorra immigration and residence plans on schedule.

What you handle vs what we handle

• We handle - appointments, forms, submissions, confirmations, technician scheduling and handover coordination as part of your move and Andorra immigration setup.
• You handle - decisions and signatures, bringing the requested documents, and providing payment details for direct debits.

Figures and timelines reflect current practice and may vary by address and provider scheduling. We confirm specifics for your file before you set dates so your residency in Andorra plans stay on track.