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Tax on empty properties in Andorra

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The Andorran government approved the introduction of a new tax on empty properties in December of last year. This fee falls under law 3/2019, governing urgent measures in relation to housing rental. Tax on empty properties This new tax has been designed to regulate the flat and house rental market and to improve access to affordable housing. This type of property is becoming scarce at the moment, due to increased sales and a rise in tourist accommodation driven by new …

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Andorra is to extend the list of countries it has a double taxation agreement with

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In 2021, Andorra plans to extend the list of countries it has signed a double taxation agreement (DTA) with. These treaties are essential to avoiding double taxation on the same basis in the company’s country of origin and the country where the economic activity takes place. New treaties to avoid double taxation Several EU states, such as the Netherlands, Belgium and Hungary, are interested in signing a double taxation agreement with Andorra. At present, it has signed agreements with 8 …

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Andorran taxpayer’s calendar

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Below you will find the tax calendar for the payment and settlement of the main taxes in Andorra. General Indirect Tax (IGI) The settlement of Andorran VAT depends on the annual turnover from the previous year: – Half-yearly (January and July): businesses with a turnover of less than 250,000 euros – Quarterly (January, April, July and October): businesses with a turnover of between 250,000 euros and 3,600,000 euros – Monthly: companies with an annual turnover in Andorra of more than …

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New business opportunities for launching a company in Andorra

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Andorra is well on its way to becoming a benchmark for mountain sports innovation thanks to the agreement signed with technology company Global Sports Innovation Center powered by Microsoft (GSIC). The GSIC focuses on providing coverage and helping companies in the world of sport to promote their projects globally and create tech-based business opportunities. This new agreement will allow Andorra to attract international companies and startups that are interested in developing tech projects in the snow, mountain and cycling sports …

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The Andorran tax system: ranked 20th on a list of 190 countries

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According to the Paying Taxes analysis carried out by the World Bank as part of a larger study called Doing Business, Andorra’s tax system has been ranked 20th among a list of 190 assessed countries. The principality received a good rating in the field of taxation, above Switzerland and below Canada.   Assessment of the tax system The method used by the Paying Taxes indicator is based on the assessment of the total taxes that companies must pay as well …

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Securely send bank payments from Andorra

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Making payments from Andorra to other European countries has become easier since our small country joined the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). Andorra is now able to enjoy the same benefits as the other states which comprise this zone.   What is SEPA? The Single Euro Payment Area, or SEPA, was launched in 2008. It enables individuals, companies and institutions to make and receive cashless international bank payments in a fast, safe and efficient way, just like national payments. The …

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Blockchain in Andorra: increasingly close to regulatory law

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Andorra is working on a regulatory framework for blockchain technology that will open the door to the regulation of cryptocurrencies. As there are currently no regulations in force to legislate this type of activity, the principality could be one of the first countries to have its own legislation. Andorra and blockchain: another step towards digital transformation This is one of the 77 initiatives proposed by the government in Horitzó 23, Andorra’s economic plan. The digital transformation section includes a modification …

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Andorra becomes the 190th member of the IMF

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Andorra is now an official member of the International Monetary Fund. Last September, the Consell General (the Andorran parliament) approved the submission of its application to become a member of the IMF. Although negotiations began in January of this year, Andorra’s relationship with this institution is not new. Last Friday, October 16th, the process culminated with the accession of the Principality to the Fund. Andorra’s accession to the International Monetary Fund Becoming part of the IMF is important to Andorra …

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Horitzó 23: Andorra’s economic plan for meeting the challenge of COVID-19 recovery

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Andorra is preparing to deal with the consequences of the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the Andorran government has unveiled a new action plan entitled “Horitzó 23 (H23)”, which outlines a series of measures for reactivating the country’s economy. What does “Horitzó 23” include? This strategic plan comprises 77 actions, spread across 20 initiatives, which are based on three main pillars: social welfare, the economy and innovation, and other measures focused on digital transformation and internationalisation. …

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Requests from foreigners to invest in Andorra have increased

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Andorra has piqued the interest of foreign investors who want to establish themselves in the country during this very unusual year. So far in 2020, around 400 applications for foreign investment have been registered.   Remote working triggers requests The new situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic has resulted in the need to adopt new ways of working due to social distancing. A consequence of this is that remote working is becoming increasingly common, which, along with a more competitive …

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