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Andorra is not part of the EU or Schengen area, but it is effectively accessed through the Schengen zone (either France or Spain). Therefore, UK passport holders can visit Andorra for short tourist stays (under 90 days), abiding by Schengen rules for entry into France or Spain.

Key facts

For UK British Citizen passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Whilst Andorra itself does not require a visa, entry to Andorra is only possible via France or Spain, which are part of the Schengen area. Your entry/exit is governed by Schengen rules.
• The 90 days within any 180-day period limit applies to your total stay in the Schengen area, including any time spent in France or Spain before entering Andorra.
• UK citizens are generally treated as 'third-country nationals' under Schengen rules post-Brexit.
• Border checks between France/Spain and Andorra are generally light or non-existent, but you should always carry your passport.

Before you travel

• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen area.
• ✓Verify you have not exceeded the 90-day visa-free limit within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen zone.
• ✓Consider travel insurance that covers healthcare, as the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) may not be valid in Andorra.
• ✓Have proof of onward or return travel ready for entry into the Schengen area (France/Spain).
• ✓Be prepared to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay if requested by immigration officials in France or Spain.
• ✓Research any specific entry requirements for France or Spain, as these are your points of entry to the region.

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