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Andorra to United States visa requirements

Andorran ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for short tourism in the United States. Andorra is a Visa Waiver Program (VWP) country, so travelers instead obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) online before departure and may stay up to 90 days. Andorra has participated in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) since 1991. As of mid-2026, an Andorran citizen holding an ordinary biometric (e-)passport traveling to the United States for tourism or business does not need a traditional B-2 visa. Instead they must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding a U.S.-bound air or sea carrier. ESTA is an electronic travel authorization (ETA-type) administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It permits stays of up to 90 days per visit and is generally valid for two years (or until the passport expires, whichever comes first), allowing multiple entries. The approved ESTA total for FY 2026 is USD 40.27: every application is charged the USD 10.27 cost-recovery/application portion, and approved applications are charged an additional USD 30. An ESTA does not guarantee admission: the final decision rests with a CBP officer at the port of entry. Travelers intending to stay longer than 90 days, study for credit, work, or immigrate must obtain the appropriate visa instead; the VWP only allows limited study such as a short recreational course not for credit. The United States is not part of the Schengen Area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here; the U.S. operates its own separate 90-day-per-entry VWP rule.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-17
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-17
Visa type
ESTA (electronic travel authorization under the Visa Waiver Program) - no visa required
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 40.27 if approved (USD 10.27 application/cost-recovery portion charged whether approved or denied)
consular fee only
Processing time
Usually within minutes to 72 hours
standard track
Validity
2 years from approval, or until passport expires (whichever is first)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you hold a valid Andorran e-passport
You must have a biometric e-passport (with an embedded chip and the e-passport symbol on the cover) to use the Visa Waiver Program. Andorran ordinary passports are biometric and qualify.
· e-passport required· VWP member since 1991
/02
Gather your travel and personal details
Have your passport, travel itinerary (if booked), U.S. contact or first-night accommodation address, and emergency contact information ready before starting.
· passport details· U.S. address
/03
Apply for ESTA on the official CBP website
Go to esta.cbp.dhs.gov and complete the online application. Beware of third-party copycat sites that charge extra fees; the official site is the only authoritative one.
· esta.cbp.dhs.gov· official site only
/04
Pay the ESTA fee
Pay through the official ESTA site by credit/debit card or approved digital payment. For FY 2026, the application/cost-recovery portion is USD 10.27 and is charged whether approved or denied; if approved, an additional USD 30 is charged for a USD 40.27 total.
· USD 10.27 application· USD 40.27 if approved
/05
Wait for approval and verify status
Most applications are approved within minutes, but apply at least 72 hours before travel. Check your status online and print/save the confirmation.
· apply 72h ahead· check status online
/06
Travel and clear U.S. entry
Board your U.S.-bound carrier with the approved ESTA tied to your passport. At the port of entry, a CBP officer makes the final admission decision and sets your authorized stay (up to 90 days).
· CBP final decision· up to 90 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredValid Andorran biometric e-passport (with chip symbol on cover)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport valid for the duration of your intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved ESTA linked to your passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
ConditionalESTA fee paid on the official site (USD 40.27 total if approved)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredU.S. address or accommodation details for the application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the visit
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedApply for ESTA at least 72 hours before departure
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedNo prior visa denials or ineligibility factors (e.g., travel to certain restricted countries that void VWP eligibility)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: U.S. Department of State - Visa Waiver Program
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
ESTA application / cost-recovery portionUSD 10.27Charged whether the ESTA application is approved or denied
Additional approved-ESTA feeUSD 30Charged only if the ESTA is approved, making the approved total USD 40.27
Andorran e-passport issuance/renewalApprox. EUR 30-60Only if you need a new or renewed biometric passport; paid to Andorran authorities, varies
Total estimateUSD 40.27USD 40.27incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa Waiver Program membership
Andorra has been a VWP country since 1991, allowing its nationals visa-free short visits with an ESTA instead of a B-2 visa.
High
/02
Tourism / short business visit of 90 days or less
The VWP and ESTA cover tourism, business, transit, and limited study such as a short recreational course not for credit, for stays not exceeding 90 days.
High
/03
Holding a biometric e-passport
VWP travel requires an e-passport with an electronic chip; Andorran ordinary passports meet this standard.
High
/04
Stays longer than 90 days or other purposes
Those intending to stay beyond 90 days, work, study for credit or academic purposes, or immigrate cannot use ESTA and must obtain the relevant U.S. visa.
Low
/05
VWP ineligibility factors
Prior visa refusal, certain criminal history, or travel to designated countries (e.g., Iran, Iraq, Syria, North Korea, Cuba, Sudan) since specified dates can void ESTA eligibility, requiring a visa instead.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
CBP inspection
A visa lets you request admission. CBP decides the actual period of stay and records it in your I-94.
/02
Customs
Declare food, agricultural items, and cash over USD 10,000. Missing declarations can cause fines or seizure.
/03
Connectivity
Airport SIMs are expensive; eSIMs or prepaid plans bought online often work better for short trips.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-17 · major
ESTA fee split and study wording corrected
Federal Register FY 2026 guidance sets the approved ESTA total at USD 40.27 and explains that only the cost-recovery/application portion is charged whether approved or denied; FTC guidance states applications cost USD 10.27 with an additional USD 30 if approved. U.S. Department of State VWP guidance allows only limited short recreational courses not for credit, so broad brief-study wording was narrowed.
2026-05-30 · major
AD to United States of America route verified
Confirmed via U.S. Department of State and CBP that Andorra remains a Visa Waiver Program country; ESTA required, 90-day stays, 2-year validity. ESTA fee updated to USD 40.27 reflecting the 2026 inflation adjustment following the 30 Sep 2025 increase to USD 40.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Andorran citizens need a visa to visit the United States as tourists?
No. Andorra is a Visa Waiver Program country, so Andorran ordinary passport holders do not need a B-2 visa for short tourism or business. They must instead obtain an approved ESTA online before travel and may stay up to 90 days.
What is an ESTA and how is it different from a visa?+
How much does an ESTA cost in 2026?+
How long is an ESTA valid and how long can I stay?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to the United States?+
Does an approved ESTA guarantee entry to the United States?+
/11 — Passport tools

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