SHOPPING IS A WONDERFUL PERK FOR OUR VISITORS
Browsing shops in Andorra is one of our country's great activities, both for Andorrans and visiting tourists alike. The variety of shops and shopping centres allows any customer find what they are looking for, be it fashion, accessories, perfumeries, electronics, sports, opticians and so much more. And all shops stock world-leading brands. Furthermore, the Principality has a low taxation policy reflected by its prices: products on sale in our country are significantly cheaper than in neighbouring France and Spain.
However, although Andorra adopted the euro as its currency in 2014, it should be noted that we are not a member of the European Union. Therefore, the number of products you can take across the border on your trip home is limited. This is known as a duty-free and on this page you can find further information.
OPENING HOURS AND HOLIDAYS IN ANDORRA
Another thing that makes shopping in our country more attractive is the long opening hours and business-day calendar. Generally, shops in Andorra are open until 8:00 pm from Sunday to Thursday, whereas on Friday and Saturday, this is extended to 9:00 pm. During holiday periods (Easter Week, Carnival, etc.), some shops, stores and shopping centres stay open until 10:00 p.m.
Bank holidays
Regarding holidays in Andorra, the calendar is very kind to consumers: shops only close four days a year! These are national holidays, which are:
- 1st January: New Year
- 14th March: Constitution Day (If it falls on a weekend, the shopping centre will stay open)
- 8th September: Nostra Senyora de Meritxell, patron saint of Andorra
- 25th December: Christmas
The rest of the year, shops have the aforementioned opening hours.
CONSUMER RIGHTS IN ANDORRA
To ensure an optimal shopping experience, the Principality has opened the Consumer Advice Service. Their mission is to defend and protect the rights of consumers and users, which is one of the priorities associated with ensuring good operation of Andorra's business sector.
This entity offers flexible, effective mechanisms that provide a quick and suitable response to your needs as a consumer or user.
Consumer advice service
- Dep. Comerç i Consum del Govern d’Andorra - c/ Camí de la Grau, Ed. Prat del Rull 4rt - AD500 Andorra la Vella - Tel (00 376) 875 600 - consum@govern.ad - www.comerc.ad
And of course, in all shops in Andorra you will find official claim forms readily available to you.
