Professional bodies in Andorra: who they are and what they do

🏁 A clear map to understand regulated professions in Andorra

Professional bodies are part of the country’s institutional structure. They regulate the exercise of sensitive professions — legal, technical, healthcare or social — and ensure that these services are delivered with quality, safety and responsibility.

Despite its size, Andorra has a complete and mature professional framework aligned with European standards.

This article provides a full list of all existing professional bodies, organised by field, with a concise explanation of their purpose.

⚖️ Legal, economic and technical fields

• Andorran Bar Association (CADA)
  Regulates and represents the legal profession. Oversees ethics, training and the defence of professional and citizens’ rights.
• Official College of Architects of Andorra (COAA)
  Groups the country’s architects and ensures compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
• Official College of Technical Architects of Andorra (COATA)
  Brings together technical architects and site supervisors. Ensures good practice and promotes continuous training.
• Official College of Engineers of Andorra
  Represents senior engineers and promotes professional responsibility and quality.
• College of Technical Engineers of Andorra
  Includes technicians from multiple engineering disciplines. Handles professional visas, continuous training and practice standards.
• College of Land Surveying Engineers of Andorra
  Groups specialists in measurement, mapping and topography. Key role in infrastructure and land demarcation.
• Official College of Economists of Andorra
  Represents professionals in economics, finance, accounting and business consultancy.
• Professional College of Real Estate Agents of Andorra (AGIA)
  Regulates real estate activity and ensures transparency and professionalism.
• Official College of Geologists of Andorra
  Groups experts in geology, natural risks, soil analysis and natural resources.
• College of Earth Science Technicians of Andorra
  Includes specialists in natural environment analysis and applied geology.

🩺 Healthcare and social care

• Official College of Doctors of Andorra
  Regulates medical practice and ensures ethical and professional standards.
• Official College of Nurses of Andorra
  Oversees quality of care and professional nursing standards.
• Official College of Pharmacists of Andorra
  Ensures safe dispensing of medicines, ethical conduct and continuous training.
• Official College of Physiotherapists of Andorra
  Regulates clinical and therapeutic physiotherapy practice.
• Official College of Psychologists of Andorra (COPSIA)
  Oversees psychological practice in clinical, educational and social fields.
• College of Speech Therapists of Andorra (COLA)
  Ensures specialist care in communication, speech and language disorders.
• Official College of Dentists and Stomatologists of Andorra (COEA)
  Regulates safe and professional dental practice.
• Official College of Opticians–Optometrists of Andorra (COOOA)
  Oversees professional standards in optics and optometry.
• Official College of Veterinarians of Andorra (COVA)
  The newest body (2025). Regulates veterinary practice, animal health and food safety.

Although there is no notarial college, you can find all practising notaries in the article Notaries in Andorra: who they are, where they work and since when

📌 Why do professional bodies exist?

Their main functions include:

• Ensuring proper professional practice
  Ethical oversight, supervision and disciplinary measures.
• Protecting the public interest
  Sensitive professions must be performed by qualified professionals.
• Promoting continuous professional development
  Courses, accreditation and institutional cooperation.

Some bodies also perform delegated public functions such as professional visa approvals, technical reports or legislative participation.

🏔️ A compact country with a strong professional structure

Despite its size, Andorra has a robust and mature network of professional bodies.
This strengthens legal certainty, technical reliability and trust for residents, companies and institutions.

Conclusion

Professional bodies are a guarantee of quality, trust and security. Whether you are a professional or an individual, understanding this structure will help you navigate the country with confidence.

If you would like to understand how this framework applies to your activity or project, you can request your personalised meeting just below or fill out the contact form.

Last revision date: November 2025.