Andorra: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Andorra is outside Schengen. Check French or Spanish transit and re-entry requirements before booking.
- Winter tyres or snow chains are required from 1 November to 15 May.
- Check your mobile plan: EU roaming allowances do not automatically cover Andorra.
Inreis en visa
Andorra does not require a tourist visa; tourist stays are limited to 90 days. Access is through France or Spain, so you must meet their Schengen entry rules. If you need a Schengen visa, it must permit at least two entries for a trip into Andorra and back; repeated crossings require multiple entries.
Geldigheid paspoort: For transit via France or Spain, non-EU passports normally must be issued within 10 years and valid 3 months after planned Schengen departure.
Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar
- Hotels and tourist apartments register overnight guests; provide your passport details.
Douane
- Andorra is outside the EU; purchases taken back into France or Spain are subject to customs allowances.
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Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten worden bijna overal geaccepteerd.
Betaalnetwerken: Visa, Mastercard, Amex
Apple Pay — werkt op sommige plekken · Google Pay — geen gegevens
Waar je geld wisselt
- Banks offer currency exchange and cash machines; compare the quoted fees before exchanging.
- International credit cards are widely accepted. Ask your issuer about your specific card and mobile wallet.
- Apple lists this country for Apple Pay with participating banks/cards; actual payment also depends on the merchant and card issuer.
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Regels en verboden
Verboden
- Drinking alcohol in the street is illegal.
- Possession and use of illegal drugs can lead to expulsion, fines or imprisonment.
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- From 1 November to 15 May, use winter tyres or carry snow chains.
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Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Catholicism is the main religious tradition; the constitution protects freedom of religion.
Kleding: Choose layers and suitable footwear for mountain visits; dress for the conditions rather than the temperature in the valley.
Etiquette
- Catalan is the official language; Spanish and French are also commonly spoken.
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Klimaat
High mountain climate: long cold winters and milder summers, with substantial differences by altitude. Rain can affect spring, summer and autumn. The monthly notes are broad seasonal guidance, not forecasts or guaranteed snow conditions.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
- februari: Feb: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
- maart: Mar: check snow conditions before mountain activities
- april: Apr: spring; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- mei: May: spring; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- juni: Jun: summer; take layers and rain protection
- juli: Jul: summer; take layers and rain protection
- augustus: Aug: summer; take layers and rain protection
- september: Sep: autumn; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- oktober: Oct: autumn; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- november: Nov: winter equipment required for driving
- december: Dec: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
Beste seizoen: Choose the season for your activity: winter sports depend on snow; check local trail and weather conditions for hiking.
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Wat mee te nemen
- Passport and documents for Schengen re-entry
- Layers, waterproofs and suitable walking shoes
- Winter tyres or snow chains for winter road trips
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Mountain activities without suitable insurance and weather checks
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: 220 V according to the official 2025 tourism guide; check your device label.
Water: Tap water is generally safe to drink.
Verkeer: rechts rijden
Mobiel en eSIM: Check whether your operator includes Andorra in its roaming tariff. Andorra Telecom is the local operator.
Verzekering: For hiking or skiing, arrange cover including rescue and medical evacuation.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: visitandorra.com ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, api.ireland.ie ↗, visitandorra.com ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.