The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is valid for nationals of EU and EFTA countries. The EHIC regulates care and reimbursement of costs in the event of illness for EU and EFTA citizens. The EHIC does not include repatriation after a serious illness or an accident abroad. Statutory health insurance companies are not allowed to offer this service. Only private travel insurance companies pay for return transport. It is therefore recommended that you take out health insurance abroad for the duration of your stay, which covers risks that are not covered by statutory health insurance companies. Check indexdotcom for more information.
Other risks
Lyme disease occurs nationwide. The main carriers are ticks in grass, shrubs and undergrowth. Protection is offered by skin-covering clothes and insect repellents. The transmission months are from April to October. Hepatitis A and and B occur. A hepatitis A vaccination is generally recommended. Vaccination against hepatitis B should be given during longer stays and close contact with the local population, as well as for children and young people in general.
Money
Currency
Andorra uses the euro. See Spain and France for more information.
Credit cards
Visa, Mastercard/Eurocard, American Express and Diners Club are accepted. Details from the issuer of the relevant credit card.
ATMs
Girocard With the Girocard (formerly EC card) such as the Maestro card, V Pay or Sparcard and PIN number, cash can be withdrawn from ATMs in the national currency throughout Europe. In many European countries it is also possible to pay with a debit card in shops. Cards with the Cirrus, V-Pay or Maestro symbol are accepted throughout Europe. Further information from banks and credit institutes. Attention: Travelers who want to pay with their bank customer card abroad and withdraw money should find out from their bank about the possibility of using their card before starting their journey.
Bank opening hours
Mon-Fri 09.00-13.00 and 15.00-17.00, Sat 09.00-12.00.
Foreign exchange regulations
No import and export restrictions, but large sums (from €10,000) should be declared.
