Honorary Consulate of India to Andorra

Consulate of India in Andorra La Vella, Spain

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Overview

The Honorary Consulate of India to Andorra serves the Principality of Andorra, a small sovereign landlocked microstate in the Pyrenees mountains between Spain and France. Led by Honorary Consul General Ms. Madhu Jethani Aswani, the consulate provides limited consular assistance and serves as a liaison between the Indian community in Andorra and the Embassy of India in Madrid. Andorra, with a population of approximately 80,000, is known for its ski resorts, duty-free shopping, and mountainous landscape. The country has a unique political system as a parliamentary co-principality with the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell (Spain) as co-princes. Andorra uses the Euro, though not an EU member. The Indian community in Andorra is small and includes business owners (particularly in retail and hospitality sectors benefiting from tourism and duty-free status), professionals, and families. As an honorary consulate, services are limited compared to career diplomatic missions. Full passport, visa, and consular services are provided through the Embassy of India in Madrid. The Embassy of India in Madrid has jurisdiction over both Spain and Andorra.
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Visa Services

Andorran residents and nationals can apply for Indian e-Visa online at indianvisaonline.gov.in for tourism, business, medical treatment, and conference purposes. E-Visa requires application four days in advance and is not granted on arrival. For regular visas (work, study, long-term purposes, or categories not covered by e-Visa), Andorran residents must apply through BLS International in Spain (nearest center in Barcelona at Second Floor, 103 Paseo de Gracia) or contact the Embassy of India in Madrid. Appointments must be scheduled through blsinternational.com/india/spain/. For visa queries, contact the embassy visa section at visa.madrid@mea.gov.in. BLS helpline: +34-930306449. Andorran residents should apply well in advance of planned travel to India.
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Consular Services

As an honorary consulate, services are limited. Full consular services including passport applications, renewals, OCI card services, document attestation, birth/death registration, and emergency travel documents must be processed through the Embassy of India in Madrid or BLS International centers in Spain (nearest in Barcelona or Madrid). For passport queries: passport.madrid@mea.gov.in. For OCI queries: oci.madrid@mea.gov.in. For general consular services: cons.madrid@mea.gov.in. The honorary consulate can provide limited assistance, information about consular procedures, and liaison services for Indian nationals in Andorra. The small Indian community in Andorra primarily consists of business owners and professionals. Emergency consular assistance for Indian nationals in Andorra: contact Embassy of India Madrid emergency number +34 628319030 (24/7).
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Trade & Export Support

Andorra's economy is based primarily on tourism (ski resorts and shopping), retail (duty-free shopping attracts visitors from Spain and France), financial services, and construction. The country's small size limits trade volumes, but its strategic location between Spain and France and duty-free status create niche opportunities. Indian products including textiles, jewelry, electronics, and consumer goods may find market opportunities through Andorra's retail sector. The honorary consulate can provide information about Andorra's business environment. For comprehensive trade and commercial support, contact the Embassy of India Madrid commercial section (sscom.madrid@mea.gov.in).
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Investment Opportunities

Andorra offers investment opportunities in tourism and hospitality (ski resorts, hotels, mountain tourism), retail and commercial property (duty-free shopping centers), financial services (Andorra has banking and financial services sector), renewable energy (mountain geography suitable for hydroelectric and solar power), and real estate (luxury mountain properties). Andorra has favorable tax regime with low corporate and personal income tax rates. Indian investors interested in Andorra can contact the honorary consulate for information or the Embassy of India Madrid for comprehensive support. Andorra's small market size should be considered when evaluating investment opportunities.
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Business Support

The honorary consulate provides limited business facilitation including basic information about Andorra's business environment, contacts with local authorities and business associations, and referrals to appropriate resources. For comprehensive business support, market intelligence, and trade promotion, contact the Embassy of India Madrid commercial section (sscom.madrid@mea.gov.in). Andorra's business sectors include tourism, retail, financial services, construction, and telecommunications. The country's location between Spain and France and its fiscal advantages create specific business opportunities.
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Cultural & Educational Programs

The small Indian community in Andorra maintains cultural connections primarily through the larger Indian communities in neighboring Spain and France. The honorary consulate can facilitate cultural exchanges and connections. For comprehensive cultural programs and educational cooperation, contact the Embassy of India Madrid cultural section (sscul.madrid@mea.gov.in). Andorra's multilingual society (Catalan is official language, with Spanish, French, and Portuguese widely spoken) and international character provide opportunities for cultural exchange. Indian cultural events may be organized in coordination with the embassy in Madrid.
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Service Area

The Honorary Consulate to Andorra serves the Principality of Andorra. Indian nationals and Andorran residents can contact the honorary consulate for limited assistance and information. For full consular services (passports, visas, OCI, attestation, emergency documents), contact Embassy of India Madrid. Embassy jurisdiction includes both Spain and Andorra. Office hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00 (approximate, confirm by contacting consulate). Honorary Consul General: Ms. Madhu Jethani Aswani. Email: majethani@hotmail.com. Phone: +376 327 801. For visa and passport services, use BLS International centers in Spain or contact Embassy in Madrid directly.
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Appointment Information

For passport, visa, and consular services, contact Embassy of India Madrid or schedule appointments through BLS International at blsinternational.com/india/spain/. Nearest BLS centers are in Barcelona (Second Floor, 103 Paseo de Gracia) and Madrid (Ground Floor, Calle de Cardenal Marcelo Spínola 8, 28016). BLS helpline: +34-930306449. To contact the honorary consulate for information or limited assistance, email majethani@hotmail.com or call +376 327 801. For emergency consular assistance affecting Indian nationals in Andorra, call Embassy of India Madrid emergency number +34 628319030 any time.
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Special Notes

The Honorary Consulate is located at Av. Príncep Benlloch 89, baixos, AD500 Andorra la Vella, Andorra. Andorra la Vella is Andorra's capital and largest city, located in the Pyrenees mountains at an elevation of approximately 1,023 meters (3,356 feet), making it Europe's highest capital. Andorra is accessible by road from Spain (via N-145 from La Seu d'Urgell) and France (via N-20/RN-20 through Pas de la Casa). Nearest airports are Barcelona-El Prat (Spain, about 200km), Toulouse-Blagnac (France, about 165km), and smaller Andorra-La Seu d'Urgell Airport (Spain, 25km, limited service). Public transportation includes bus services connecting to Spain and France. As an honorary consulate with limited services, Indian nationals requiring full consular services should contact Embassy of India Madrid. Andorra's attractions include ski resorts (Grandvalira, Vallnord), duty-free shopping, mountain scenery, Romanesque churches, hiking and mountain sports, and spa resorts. Indian visitors to Andorra should ensure appropriate travel documents (valid passport, Schengen visa if required for entry through Spain or France). For comprehensive travel information and consular services, visit Embassy of India Madrid website (embassyofindia.es) or contact the embassy directly. Andorra's official language is Catalan; Spanish and French are widely spoken. The country uses the Euro. Andorra is known for winter sports, duty-free shopping, and mountain tourism.
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