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Shipping from Spain to Andorra

Compare DHL, Correos, GLS and UPS on the Spain-Andorra route. Border delivery from €10.80 in 2-4 days, EU customs union, AD postal codes, full tracking.

Carriers
4
Active on this route
From
10.80
1 kg standard parcel
Transit
24 days
Business days
Route guide

Shipping from Spain to Andorra: what you need to know

Written and updated by the JetSend route operations team. Last reviewed on 03 May 2026.
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Carriers and services on this route

Four carriers cover this route. DHL offers the fastest service with road transit via the Spanish border at La Seu d'Urgell. Correos provides cost-effective service with broad residential coverage. GLS connects through its Iberian network with competitive rates. UPS rounds out the option with reliable tracked delivery.

Andorra is a microstate in the Pyrenees mountains, bordered by Spain to the south and France to the north. It is not an EU member but has a customs union with both Spain and France, meaning 0% import duties apply to manufactured goods from the EU. All land routes cross either Spain or France; there are no direct rail links and no commercial airport. The closest major city is Barcelona, approximately 200 km to the southeast. Around 12,000 Spanish nationals live in Andorra.

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Delivery times in detail

Transit times are in business days from pickup in Spain to delivery in Andorra. Despite sharing a customs union with Spain, Andorra is not part of the EU VAT area - customs declaration is mandatory on every shipment. All parcels transit by road via the southern border crossing. Express services reach Andorra la Vella in 2 days; economy services in 3-4 days.

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How to pack your parcel for this route

Standard single-wall boxes are sufficient for this short road route. Wrap fragile items individually with 3 cm of bubble wrap. No air transit means less vibration risk than long-haul routes.

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Practical tips for this route

Two route-specific points. First, Andorra uses its own postal code system: 5-digit codes beginning with AD1xx to AD7xx for each of the seven parishes. Barcelona-area postcodes (08xxx) are Spanish and do not work for Andorra addresses. Always use the Andorran 5-digit code (e.g., 'AD500 Andorra la Vella'). Second, Andorra applies 4.5% IGI (Impost General Indirecte) on all commercial imports, even from the EU. For personal gifts under 45 EUR, no customs declaration or duty is required. For commercial shipments or gifts over 45 EUR, a CN22 or CN23 form is required.

For a complete list of prohibited and restricted items on this route, see the customs section below.

Avoid these

Common mistakes when sending a parcel from Spain to Andorra

The reasons parcels on this route get held, returned or rejected. Each is avoidable in under a minute at the time of booking.

  1. 01

    Using a Spanish postcode for an Andorran address

    Specific to this route

    Andorra uses its own 5-digit postal codes beginning with AD (e.g., 'AD500 Andorra la Vella'). Spanish postcodes (08xxx, 25xxx) belong to Spanish territory. Entering a Spanish code routes the parcel to Spain, not Andorra.

  2. 02

    Assuming no customs because of the EU customs union

    Specific to this route

    Andorra has a customs union with the EU covering industrial goods at 0% duty, but it is NOT part of the EU VAT area. A CN22 or CN23 customs declaration is mandatory on every commercial shipment. Andorra's 4.5% IGI applies to commercial imports regardless of value.

  3. 03

    Undervaluing declared goods

    If a parcel is lost or damaged, compensation is capped at the declared value. For valuable shipments, take out declared-value coverage.

  4. 04

    Prohibited or restricted item in the parcel

    If a prohibited item is found at the sorting centre, the parcel is rejected before dispatch. Check the lists before booking.

  5. 05

    Inadequate packaging or insufficient protection

    Minimum standard is a corrugated box with intact tape on every seam and 3 cm of cushioning on all six sides for fragile contents.

Step by step

How long does delivery from Spain to Andorra take?

Total transit
2.5 days
Average across all carriers
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Step 1 / 5
Pickup
~0,5 days
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Step 2 / 5
Departure hub
~0,5 days
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Step 3 / 5
Road transit
~0,5 days
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Step 4 / 5
Andorran border
~0,5 days
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Step 5 / 5
Last mile
~0,5 days
Estimates based on the last 90 days of shipments on this route. Pickup time is counted from the moment a courier collects the parcel.
Insurance & liability

Parcel insurance for shipments from Spain to Andorra

Default carrier liability
200 EUR
Typical cap before additional insurance is added.
Standard carrier liability; declared value coverage available up to 2,500 EUR at booking.

What carrier liability covers by default

Every carrier on the Spain-Andorra route includes a basic liability of 200 EUR-€2,500 on standard parcels, depending on service tier. This is not full insurance - it covers proven loss in transit, not damage caused by inadequate packaging, prohibited items, undervalued declarations, customs seizure, or delays.

When additional insurance is recommended

  • Electronics, jewellery or any single item with a declared value above €200.
  • Fragile items where damage is a realistic risk despite proper packaging - glass, ceramics, framed photographs, instruments.
  • Shipments to addresses outside the major cities of Andorra, where last-mile partner accountability is more limited.
  • Any time the replacement cost of the contents would meaningfully outweigh the cost of insurance - typically 1-3% of declared value.

How insurance is calculated

Pricing follows a simple model: a percentage of declared value, typically 1-3% depending on carrier and destination.

Worked example
Parcel declared at €500
Insurance: €5-€15 depending on carrier

What's covered and what isn't

Covered
  • Loss in transit
  • Damage during transport
  • Theft from carrier handling
Not covered
  • Customs seizure
  • Inadequate packaging
  • Cash, perishables
  • Delivery delays

How to file a claim

Claims must be filed within 14-30 days of delivery (or expected delivery for lost parcels), depending on the carrier. JetSend handles the carrier-side paperwork on your behalf.

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Photos of the damage and packaging
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Proof of declared value (invoice or receipt)
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Tracking record showing transit history
Customs & restrictions

Customs rules and restrictions: Spain to Andorra

Last updated: 03 May 2026
5.1 - Overview

Andorra is not an EU member and is not in the EU VAT area. A customs declaration (CN22 under 300 EUR, CN23 over 300 EUR) is required on every commercial shipment. Personal gifts under 45 EUR are exempt from duty. Andorra's IGI tax (4.5%) applies to all commercial imports.

5.2
Prohibited items
  • Weapons, ammunition
  • Cash, securities, precious metals
  • Lithium batteries separately (allowed if installed in device)
  • Live animals, plants
  • Counterfeit goods
  • Tobacco over personal-use limits
5.3
Restricted items
  • Alcohol - max 5 L per parcel for personal use
  • Tobacco - max 200 cigarettes per parcel for personal use (Andorra has strict import limits)
  • Medicines - prescription required for controlled substances
  • Cosmetics - sealed retail packaging only
  • Food - sealed non-perishables only
5.4
Required documents

Sender and recipient address (full name, street, number, 5-digit Andorran postcode, parish) · Recipient phone number · CN22 or CN23 customs form (auto-generated by JetSend) · Commercial invoice for goods over 45 EUR

JetSend pre-fills all of the above automatically when you book.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about shipping from Spain to Andorra

8 questions specific to this route. Still missing something? Ask support →
How long does shipping from Spain to Andorra take?
Most parcels arrive in 2-4 business days. DHL reaches Andorra la Vella in 2 days; economy services take 3-4 days.
How much does it cost to ship from Spain to Andorra?
Prices start from 10.80 EUR for a standard 1 kg parcel.
Is there customs between Spain and Andorra?
Yes. Andorra is not an EU member and not in the EU VAT area. A CN22 or CN23 customs declaration is required on every commercial shipment. Personal gifts under 45 EUR are duty-free.
What is Andorra's IGI tax?
IGI (Impost General Indirecte) is Andorra's consumption tax, set at 4.5% for most goods. It applies to all commercial imports from Spain, even though industrial goods enter duty-free under the EU-Andorra customs union.
What does an Andorran postcode look like?
Andorran postcodes are 5 digits starting with AD, followed by the parish code. For example, 'AD500' for Andorra la Vella, 'AD100' for Canillo.
What is the maximum parcel weight?
Up to 30 kg per parcel. For shipments over 30 kg, contact JetSend support.
What is prohibited?
Weapons, ammunition, cash, perishable food, live plants, and standalone lithium batteries are prohibited. Tobacco and alcohol are strictly limited.
How do I track my parcel?
Every JetSend booking gets a single tracking number that aggregates carrier updates in near real time.