Visa requirements for Filipinos traveling to Andorra
Filipinos must obtain a visa because Andorra can only be accessed through France or Spain. Although Andorra isn’t part of the Schengen Zone, Schengen rules apply at these borders. Apply for your visa at the embassy of the country you’ll enter first.
Visa application process for Filipinos traveling to Andorra
To obtain a visa, Filipino citizens should:
1. Choose your entry country. Will you enter Andorra through Spain or France?
2. Contact the embassy. Apply for a Schengen visa at the consulate of the chosen country.
3. Fill in the application form. This can usually be found on the French or Spanish consulate website.
4. Gather required documents. Ensure your application is complete.
5. Submit fingerprints. Most applicants will need to provide biometric data.
6. Wait for the result. Processing takes about 15 business days.
Required documents for Filipinos applying for a Schengen visa
When applying for a visa, Filipino citizens need:
- A valid passport;
- A fully completed application form;
- A recent photograph;
- Proof of travel plans, such as hotel reservations or an invitation letter;
- Evidence of financial solvency (e.g., bank statements);
- Health insurance with coverage of at least €30,000.
What Filipino citizens need to know about entering Andorra
Entry requires a Schengen visa to cross French or Spanish borders.
A double-entry or multiple-entry visa is essential if you plan to re-enter these countries after visiting Andorra.
What is the maximum stay in Andorra for Filipino travelers with a visa?
Travelers from the Philippines can stay in Andorra for up to 90 days within a 180-day period using a Schengen visa. This period includes time spent in other Schengen countries.
Entry requirements for Filipinos visiting Andorra
Apart from a Schengen visa, Filipinos must provide:
- A valid passport (expiration date must extend beyond the trip);
- Proof of accommodation in Andorra;
- Evidence of onward or return travel;
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the trip.
Is medical insurance mandatory for Andorra?
Travelers to Andorra must have health insurance, as free healthcare is not available for foreign visitors. Insurance helps cover the cost of high-quality medical services if needed. Purchase your plan through Visit World for a hassle-free trip.
Must-see destinations in Andorra for Filipinos
1. Grandvalira: a skiing paradise offering slopes for all skill levels.
2. Sant Joan de Caselles Church: discover the charm of Andorra's Romanesque heritage.
3. Sorteny National Park: explore breathtaking nature trails and enjoy serene landscapes.
4. Andorra la Vella shopping district: shop till you drop with excellent deals in the capital.
5. Caldea: unwind at Europe’s famous thermal spa complex.
There are no international airports in Andorra.
In addition to checking visas or passports for Andorra, customs checks are carried out at the border, as there are restrictions on the amount of agricultural and industrial products that can be transported across the border. For more information about these restrictions, visit the Andorra border and Customs
website, where you will also find their addresses and opening hours.
If you are planning to travel to Andorra with your pet (dog, cat or ferret), make sure that your pet meets the following mandatory requirements:
• Microchip identification;
• rabies vaccination;
• animal passport.
If you are traveling from a "third country" to the EU, you will also need to have a health certificate and pass customs control when entering the European Union. If the number of animals transported is 5 or more, as well as the above requirements, an official health certificate called TRACES is required. If any of your pets are wild animals, local or non-local, you will need to request permission to import them through the general program from the Andorra state procedures Service and the Department of Natural Heritage. Depending on the type, it is necessary to attach specific documentation specified in the regulations on the conditions of Transportation (import and export) of wild animals.
For more information, please contact the Department of Agriculture of the Government of Andorra by the phone number (+376) 875 703.
In Europe, entry with National Identification Cards is allowed.
You can enter Europe with a license in the form of a plastic card (pink, yellow and blue). Old identity cards in the form of a booklet won’t allow you to travel abroad.
Certificates are valid not only in countries that have signed the Vienna Convention, but also in those that have signed the Geneva Convention. However, they must also have international rights, which are issued in the service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in addition to the usual plastic card.
In Andorra, you can drive with a national and International License.
It is strictly forbidden to drive a car with an expired driver's license.
If you are caught driving with your license expired in Andorra, you will be charged with violating Section 2 of the Traffic Act.
IDP is just a translation of your local driver's license. Therefore, it isn’t a suitable replacement for your expired driver's license.
The IDP must include your name, address, driver's license number, class or type of Vehicle, Verification date, image, and other important information contained in your driver's license.
You can renew your international driver's license online at the International Drivers' Association by following the same process when applying for an MVP. Do this and experience a continuous journey through the amazing country of Andorra.
Why do I need an MVP?
IDP helps ensure your trip abroad.
The International Drivers Permit (IDP) helps you travel abroad using your own valid driver's license. This is often required by car rental companies and is often required by traffic authorities if you present your foreign driver's license.
IDP translates your driver's license into a language that your destination country understands. It was designed to be easy to use and understandable for both English and non-English speakers. However, it isn’t an official identity document and can’t be used as a substitute for a driver's license.
The International Drivers' Association uses the standard format of the Geneva Convention on road traffic of 1949 year, which is adopted in more than 150 countries.
In some cases, an IDP isn’t required, because your destination country can itself recognize your driver's license as valid. The best way to confirm whether an MVP is required is to contact the traffic authorities of your destination country.
Traveling by car is a great way to discover the hidden beauty of Andorra. So, here is some useful information about car rental in Andorra.
There are two ways to rent a car in Andorra. First, you can book online before your trip. Alternatively, you can visit local car rental companies in Andorra la Vella itself or their branches in neighboring cities of Spain and France.
Required documents
When renting a car, you must have important documents with you. To avoid unnecessary delays, you should check the car rental website in advance. But here are some standard requirements:
• Valid driver's license
• MVP (international driver's license)
• Passport
• International debit or credit card (such as Visa, Master, Amex)
You can simply prepare an image of your driver's license, MVP, and identity passport page for online booking.
The age requirements for Andorra are 18 years. But if you are from France and plan to visit Andorra, you must have an unlimited license. In France, the driving age is 15 years with supervision and 18 years without supervision.