Andorra visa requirements for Kenyans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Andorra

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Andorran Visa.

  • Andorra is not a member of the Schengen area so access to Andorra is made through  France and Spain.

  • Kenyans travelling to Andorra must get information from either the French or Spanish embassies or consulates (depending on the country of entrance) about the need of a Schengen visa and when necessary, about the visa obtaining procedure.

  • A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.

  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.

  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.

  • Travel document must be complete.

  • Proof of financial capability.

  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

  • Copy of return flight ticket.

  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.

  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.

  • Medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.

  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

  • Copy of travel itinerary

 


Andorra Visa for Kenyans

Facts about Andorra

Andorra is a tiny, independent principality situated between France and Spain in the Pyrenees mountains. It’s known for its ski resorts and a tax-haven status that encourages duty-free shopping. Capital Andorra la Vella has boutiques and jewelers on Meritxell Avenue and several shopping centers. The old quarter, Barri Antic, houses Romanesque Santa Coloma Church, with a circular bell tower.

Andorra is country in Europe with its main city at Andorra la Vella. The capital city, Andorra la Vella, high in the Pryenees Mountains, at 3,356 feet above sea level, is the highest capital city in Europe. The official language is Catalan. French, Spanish and English are widely spoken. The people of Andorra have the highest level of life expectancy in the world. (81 years!!).

Kenyan citizens need a visa to be able to travel to Andorra. The stay is usually Short and the visa expires at the end of 90 days. Applicants are required to be present when applying for visa and there are total 10 documents required. You can also find visa exemptions and useful tips from fellow travelers.

Andorra practices a zero-tolerance policy for drug-related crimes. Possession and use of illegal drugs in the country will result to a lengthy prison time. In Andorra, drinking alcohol in public places is forbidden and attracts hefty fines. There is a prison sentence.


Types of Andorra Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 working days 90 days
Business visa 15 working days 90 days
Transit visa 15 working days 3 days

General Requirements for Andorra Visa

  • Andorra is not a member of the Schengen area so access to Andorra is made through  France and Spain.

  • Kenyans travelling to Andorra must get information from either the French or Spanish embassies or consulates (depending on the country of entrance) about the need of a Schengen visa and when necessary, about the visa obtaining procedure.

  • A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.

  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.

  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.

  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.

  • Travel document must be complete.

  • Proof of financial capability.

  • Proof of accommodation/hotel reservations.

  • Copy of return flight ticket.

  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.

  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.

  • Medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.

  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

  • Copy of travel itinerary

 


Andorra Tourist visa Andorra Business visa Andorra Transit visa

Andorra Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • The Tourist Visa is issued to Kenyans who intend to travel to Andorra for vacation and leisure purposes.

    • Kenyans intending to travel to Andorra will have to obtain a multi/double entry visa in order to enter and leave Andorra.

    • This visa also doubles as a Visitors Visa. Kenyans who have been invited to Andorra by their friends and relatives can apply for this visa.

    • Kenyans traveling to visit someone in the country should submit an invitation letter from the friend or relative that also contains the host’s home address and telephone number.

    • Applicants should also submit a cover letter containing personal details, travel plans, and details of the other members traveling with them.

    • Holders of this visa are not permitted to carryout any business activity during their stay.

    • If you are employed, a letter from your employer written on the company's letterhead, with contact details and also stating that a leave of absence has been granted should be submitted.

    • Applicants that are self-employed should attach a copy of their business license, income tax return, and the company bank statement of the last six months to their application.

    • Retired persons should submit a proof of their retirement fund.

    • For minors, the original copy of their birth certificate indicating their parents’ names should be submitted.

    • A document that shows that you have the incentive of returning to your country is required.

    • Applicant should provide a travel medical insurance in case of any medical emergency that might arise during your stay in Andorra.

    • Applicants are to submit their Air ticket reservation, including return flight tickets(the original ticket may be required at the collection of the visa) or proof of other means of transport to be used (if travelling by private car: copy of international driver’s license and car license).

    • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation that will cover your stay in Andorra should also be submitted by applicant.

    • Applicants are to submit a copy of the receipt of paid visa application fee as well as a detailed travel plan.

    • In a case of organised tourism (via travel agencies): A proof of confirmation of booking of organized trip from host company (i.e. voucher) should be submitted. If the confirmation of booking does not include proof of prepayment; proof of Pre-/down-payment is required.

    • A letter from your physician confirming that you are free from all communicable disease.

    • Kenyans can gain entry into Andorra with a multiple-entry Schengen visa for Spain or France.


Andorra Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The main applicants of this visa are businessmen and women with the intention of meeting up business partners in Andorra to maintain and improve working relations.
  • Kenyans with this visa and their Andorran partner companies can negotiate and sign business contracts.
  • The business visa allows its holders to attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits during their stay in the country.
  • An invitation letter from stating the purpose and duration of your visit is required from your partner company.
  • The letter of invitation must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant while in Andorra.
  • A letter from your employer written on the company letterhead and stating that a leave of absence has been granted should be submitted. The purpose and duration of your trip should also be stated in the letter.
  • The Embassy may also  request for a copy of corporate agreements or the volume of transactions between the Kenyan and Andorran companies concerned.
  • Applicants who are self-employed should include a copy of their business license, income tax return, and company bank statement in the last 6 months.
  •  Kenyan pensioners are expected to submit their pension certificate or other proof of financial support.
  • Applicants of this type of visa cannot take up paid or unpaid employment while in the country.
  • proof of visa application fee payment is required,
  • Applicants must show proof of returning to their country upon expiration of their visa.
  • A proof from your physician that you are in the best health condition.
  • Kenyans can gain entry into Andorra with a multiple-entry Schengen visa for Spain or France.

Andorra Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Transit Visa is issued to Kenyans making stopovers in Andorra.
  • With this visa, Kenyans can board a connecting flight from an airport in Andorra to their destination country.
  • This visa also allows its holders to transit through a port in Andorra to a third destination.
  • Applicants visa and other entry permits to the destination country are required to be submitted.
  •  A copy of applicants flight ticket to his destination country should be submitted.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to work while they are in the country.
  • Applicants cannot study with the transit visa
  • Applicants are to submit their receipts of paid visa application fee.

Andorra Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Transit visa

60.00 (EUR)

Andorra Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Kenya

Location

Address

Nairobi

Barclays Plaza Building, 9th Floor, Loita Street, Nairobi, Kenya.

https://www.ambafrance-ke.org

ambafrance.nairobi@diplomatic.gouv.fr

+254 20 277 8000

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andorra part of the Schengen area?

Andorra is not part of the Schengen agreement but travelers to Andorra have to pass through the Schengen area.

What is the official language of Andorra?

The official language spoken in Andorra is Catalan.

What is the capital of Andorra?

The capital of Andorra is Andorra la Vella.

Is Andorra a tax haven?

Yes, Andorra is a tax haven because of its relatively lenient tax laws.

Does Andorra have an airport?

No, Andorra does not have an international airport. The closest airports in Spain are La Seu d’Urgell, Barcelona, Lleida, Reus, and Girona. The nearest airports in France are Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Perpignan. Most of the airports offer minibus service to Andorra.