Working in Andorra Due to the political situation and the crisis in Russia, as well as in other countries, many people are now thinking about working abroad. Why? More prospects? Higher salaries and living standards? Let’s figure it out. Consider the example of working in Andorra. This tiny state is located between Spain and France, it is not part of the European Union, but life here is by no means worse than in the famous Germany or Holland.

The Principality of Andorra is considered one of the safest, richest and most developed countries, with a high standard of living and the highest human life expectancy (the average age of citizens is 70-80 years.) It has everything you need even for the most capricious European. Therefore, getting a job and obtaining a residence permit in Andorra is not so easy. Every year, or rather, every 6 months, the Immigration Service opens “kupas” (jobs) for foreign citizens, the number of “kupa” places usually depends on the season (winter, summer) and on the flow of tourists. “Cupo” license, in other words a quota for a work permit for foreign citizens.

The first and fastest way to get a job in Andorra is Trabajo Temporal, which means temporary seasonal work during the winter months from December to March. You can get a job at ski resorts such as Grandvalira and Vallnord. Usually they need Russian-speaking workers every year, by profession: instructors, cashiers, salespeople and kindergarten workers. You need to apply in advance, preferably in August. To do this, prepare a good resume (in Spanish or English), for a particular profession and send it to the personnel department in one of the ski stations. These companies do not provide food and accommodation. If you have been sent a pre-contract, you find your own accommodation, and sometimes you yourself apply for a temporary visa that gives you the right to live and work for 6 months. Work starts on December 1-9, depending on precipitation. You need to arrive in early to mid-November, having previously booked or pick up a couple of options for living in Andorra. If you are not prepared, then do not worry here, in every city there are a huge number of firms (immobiliaria) that will gladly find you housing, but will charge 100% of the cost of renting your apartment for this. Often to share the costs, instructors rent an apartment for 3-4 people, it turns out very profitable. So that you have enough for everything, take with you at least 1300-1500 euros, this is enough for the first time of your stay to pay for the apartment, connect the Internet, telephone, electricity, and also pay some fees. Salary in Andorra There will be a lot of work at the resort, especially in early January, the salary of instructors depends on the number of lessons, the minimum cost of one hour is 12-15 euros. Those. the more you work and the more clients come back to you, the higher your salary. Get ready to work seven days a week, you take the weekend yourself, the more days off, the less your vacation pay will be. You can earn from 800 euros / month to 4500 euros / month, this is usually the figure for those who have been working for more than a year. Educators and cashiers in Andorra have a fixed salary of 1100 euros per month (7-8 hours a day, 6 days a week). Also, do not forget about compulsory social insurance of 50 euros per month you pay yourself and 150 for you the company pays, but you are fully insured for all accidents on the mountain and not only. In general, the winter season is very stormy and fun! The team is friendly and sociable! You will remember corporate meetings and trips to local bars for a long time! And of course, there are many interesting places in Andorra that everyone should visit! What documents are required to work in Andorra. In Russia, be sure to prepare: 1. A resume in English or Spanish, where it is desirable to indicate work experience and knowledge of foreign languages, 2. A certificate of good conduct with an apostille (it is better to do a translation here with a local notary) immigration accepts translations only from local translators) the cost of translation, for example, police clearance certificates 90 euros, the price depends on the number of characters. 3. Certificate of marital status (if you are not married / not married, then no certificate is required, you will sign a local document on marital status on the spot) it will be needed in Andorra). In Andorra: In the office of a company, you will be given a work contract for signing, after all the documents are submitted to immigration for consideration, undergo a medical examination, if required, and after 4 days you will receive a card with the right to live and work. over In addition to ski resorts, you can also get a job as a cashier in supermarkets, perfume shops, jewelry stores, ski equipment rental, as well as a waiter and assistant cook, an administrator at the hotel reception. This requires a presentable appearance, resume and work experience of at least 1-2 years, depending on the position, a certificate of good conduct and marital status.

For those who plan to stay in Andorra for a longer period, the immigration of the country opens in May “coups” for foreign citizens, with the right to work and live for 1 year. You can 100% reissue documents for the next year if you work this year without changing your position and workplace. Andorra offers a wide range of professions: salespeople, graphic designers, hotel and restaurant administrators, programmers and refrigerator repair technicians, in general, the list changes every year. But if the firm is interested in you, then it asks the immigration service for “kupas” according to your profession and position. Since this residence is for a long period of time, much more documents are required. So, what documents are required for getting a job in Andorra: 1. You need to find a company that is interested in your candidacy, which will request a personal “coupe” just for you, or will take the one available in immigration for a particular position. 2. Diploma in the specialty with an apostille (preferably translated by a local notary) 3. Employment record with at least 10 years of work experience 3. Certificate of good conduct with an apostille 4. Certificate of marital status (single / unmarried workers are welcome) 5. Medical certificate for immigration requirement. The seller’s salary is 1300 euros (8 hours a day, 5 working days a week), if you get a job as a programmer or designer, your salary can be from 2500 thousand euros.

Getting a job abroad is always difficult and not always successful, is it worth all the difficulties and time spent? You decide! Many who visit Andorra once can no longer work and live elsewhere, and many return and work only at seasonal work and have been doing this for more than a year. Each of us finds for himself the place where he feels at home. Good luck in getting a job you love and may all your wishes come true!