Country Descriptions: Andorra is a highly developed and stable democracy with a modern economy.

Entry Requirements: A passport is necessary but a visa is not required for tourist or business stays of up to three months. Further information on Andorra can also be obtained from the Andorran Mission to the U.N., 2 U.N. Plaza, 25th Floor, New York NY 10018, tel. (212) 750-8064.

Medical Facilities: Good medical care is available. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have found that supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has proven to be useful. Further information on health matters can be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's international travelers hotline on (404) 332-4559 or visit the CDC home page on the Internet at http://www.cdc.gov.

Crime Information: Andorra has a low rate of crime.

The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. U.S. citizens may refer to the Department of State's pamphlet "A Safe Trip Abroad" for ways to promote a more trouble-free journey. It is available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in which they are traveling.

Registration and Embassy Location: For Andorra, contact the Consulate in Barcelona, Spain, at Paseo Reina Elisenda 23-25, telephone (34) (3) 280-2227.