Latest news in Andorra? September 11th, 2026

The latest news and developments in Andorra around September 11, 2026:

• EU Border Management Agreement and Spanish Foreign Minister Visit: The Council of the European Union has moved forward with processing the EU-Andorra Border Management Agreement, making the official text public. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares is scheduled to make an official visit to Andorra on September 14 to meet with Head of Government Xavier Espot, with border cooperation and management at the top of the agenda. Govern d’Andorra+ 1
• Immigration and Population Trends: Newly released data from Andorra’s Department of Statistics shows active immigration permits reached 57,897 (up 4.5% year-on-year). While seasonal and hospitality permits expanded, new initial work and residence authorisations dropped by over 20% to 33% across several sectors during the last quarterly cycle. Meanwhile, official figures confirmed Andorra’s overall registered resident population has recently crossed the 90,000 threshold. Alto+ 2
• First National Natural Park Bill: The Government of Andorra, alongside the parish councils (comuns) of Canillo and Ordino, has introduced a bill to establish the country’s first national natural park, a move designed to formally protect more than 30% of the country’s natural territory. Govern d’Andorra
• Global Passport Ranking Update: The September 2026 Passport Reports index ranked Andorra’s passport 36th globally, offering simplified or visa-free access to 159 destinations (covering over 80% of global travel destinations). Alto
• National Day & School Year Opening: The principality recently concluded its National Day celebrations (Dia de Meritxell on September 8), marking the 50th anniversary of the rebuilt Santuari de Meritxell basilica, as more than 10,900 students returned to classrooms across the country’s three educational systems for the 2026–2027 school year. Govern d’Andorra