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Andorra — Property: Rental Market

What the Andorran government says about residential tenancies: a five-year minimum term that renews tacitly year to year, a deposit of at most two months' rent, notice periods for each side, and transitional extensions for older contracts. Both sources are in Catalan and undated in the text read; a reform bill to phase out the forced extensions from 2027 was announced and its status should be checked.

VerifiedGovernment / official sourceGovern d'Andorra – Housing FAQ and Practical welcome guide for newcomers (Guia pràctica d'acollida per a persones nouvingudes)Last reviewed: 2026-10-27

Why this matters

Relocating to Andorra for work or retirement involves navigating the local rental market, which can significantly impact living costs and quality of life. Understanding the market is crucial for finding suitable accommodation.

Key facts

  • Residential leases have a minimum term of five years, renewed tacitly year to year unless one party gives prior notice or it is a seasonal let tied to a work authorisation (newcomer guide).
  • The deposit (fiança) or guarantee is at most two months of the rent set in the contract (newcomer guide).
  • The tenant can end the contract with one month's notice at any time; the landlord must give three months' notice before the contractual year ends (newcomer guide).
  • The tenant is entitled to recover the deposit when the keys are handed over (newcomer guide).
  • Housing FAQ: after the five-year minimum term the contract renews tacitly for one-year periods, and notice to end it is three months in advance.
  • Housing FAQ: contracts signed in 2019 or earlier give the tenant a 3-year legal extension, 2020 contracts a 2-year extension starting in 2025, and 2021 contracts a 1-year extension starting in 2026; contracts signed in 2022 have no legal extension.
  • If the lease is arranged through a real-estate agency, the guide notes the agency may charge fees, usually one month's rent or a percentage.

Steps

  1. Identify Suitable Areas — Andorra la Vella, the capital, and the valley of La Massana are popular areas for rentals. Research these areas to find properties that fit your needs.
  2. Search for Properties — Utilize local real estate agencies or online platforms such as Idealista or Propimmo. It's also helpful to network with expats or local residents who can provide insider tips.
  3. Understand Rental Agreements — Be aware that contracts often include maintenance and cleaning services, and may have specific clauses regarding holiday periods and availability.

Timelines

  • Minimum lease term: 5 years, tacitly renewed year to year
  • Tenant notice: 1 month
  • Landlord notice: 3 months before the contractual year

Common mistakes

  • Not keeping payment receipts; the guide advises keeping them.
  • Assuming a legal extension applies to a 2022 or later contract; the FAQ says none does.

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