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Starting with this web page you can fill in a visa application file and send it to the selected diplomatic mission / consular post of Romania.

Officials who hold diplomatic, service and official passports, as well as their family members, who travel to Romania for official purposes, can directly contact the chosen diplomatic mission/consular post of Romania. The contact details of the diplomatic missions and consular posts of Romania can be consulted here .

In order to be able to apply online you must:

• Have a valid eMail address
• Use a computer which fulfills certain technical requirements. For further information see About the E-VIZA portal
• Have the possibility of uploading the required supporting documents

If you wish to print or save a copy of your application you must have access to Acrobat Reader or other similar .pdf readers.

It is advisable that your supporting documents be translated into Romanian or English by an authorized translator. All documents you submit must be legible. All attached documents must be presented in original and copy when you visit the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular post.

• Each document must not exceed 2 Megabytes (2 MB) .
• Only Latin characters are allowed in the filename.
• We accept files in the following formats: jpeg, jpg, tif, png, bmp, txt, rtf or pdf.

The visa application consists of a number of fields which you have to fill in. Note that you cannot use the “back” and “forward” buttons from your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer). Use only the buttons in the electronic form to move forward and backward between pages.

Visa applications can be lodged only individually. In case more people travel together, each person must apply for an individual visa. In addition, please note that individual visa applications must be lodged for people included in the same travel document (e.g.: underage children included in the parents’ travel documents).

If you started registering an electronic application file it is possible to interrupt the application process and save it. You can resume the registration and continue filling in the application at a later stage. An application saved temporarily is stored for 30 days .

When your visa application is decided upon, you will receive a notification by eMail to the address you supplied when you started your application.

Please note that in order to start filling in a visa application, you must give your consent as regards the terms of use that assist you in understanding the principles applicable to this electronic portal.

In order to start filling in a visa application, you must agree to the terms of use of the E-VIZA portal. The details provided will help you understand the principles applicable to this electronic tool.

I acknowledge the information provided in the section "I want to be informed", therefore it is clear what conditions I have to fulfil in order to apply for a Romanian visa.

I understand that additional documents may be required in order for my visa application to be processed by the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office of choice.

I am aware that in order to obtain a visa applied for through the E-VIZA portal, I must also present myself at the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office of choice.

I fully understand that the date from which my visa application will be subject to examination with a view to taking a decision on it is the same date on which I shall present myself at the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office where I have submitted my application in electronic format.

I am aware that I will not be refunded the fee for processing a visa application in case I am not granted a visa.

All the information I have provided is correct and complete. I understand that providing false or incomplete data will result in the rejection of my visa application or cancellation of a visa already granted.

I am aware that I must leave the territory of Romania upon expiry of a Romanian visa that I obtained. I have been informed that holding a visa is only one of the conditions that must be fulfilled in order for me to be allowed to enter Romania. I am aware that the mere issuance of the visa does not imply that I am entitled to compensation if I do not fulfil the conditions set out in Chapter II - General provisions on the entry, stay and exit of foreigners of GEO 194/2002 republished, as amended and supplemented, and I am refused entry into Romania. The fulfilment of the entry conditions will be subject to verification at the time of entry into Romania.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

With respect to visas applied for through the E-VIZA portal, the personal data controller is the MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF ROMANIA, with its headquarters in 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, Romania. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the designated Personal Data Protection Officer can be contacted at [email protected] .

Personal data of visa applicants shall be processed strictly in accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27th, 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR), Law No 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector and Law No 271/2010 on the establishment, organization and functioning of the National Visa Information System and Romania's participation in the Visa Information System.

Personal data entered through the E-VIZA portal by third country nationals who need visas in order to travel to Romania are provided to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and shall be processed by this institution exclusively for the specific purpose of processing, examining and issuing visas.

Categories of persons concerned by the processing of personal data for the purpose of processing and issuing entry visas to Romania : third-country nationals falling within the scope of European and national legal instruments regulating visa policy, i.e. the regime of foreigners in Romania, by submitting Romanian visa applications, regardless of the purpose of the trip.

By using the external portal E-VIZA www.evisa.ro , at the time of starting the online visa application process, it is necessary to acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions regarding the provision of your personal data for the purpose of processing and issuing visas for entry into Romania.

Personal data provided through the E-VIZA external portal shall be used exclusively for the purpose of processing, examining and issuing entry visas to Romania. These data will be processed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs only when the data subject has agreed to the terms and conditions relating to this aspect.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs processes only the categories of personal data necessary for the examination of visa applications, as established at European Union level and by national legislation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not request and does not process sensitive data, except those necessary for the examination of an application for a visa to enter Romania and the issuance of a visa, in accordance with the legal provisions; all personal data and any sensitive data are processed under strict security conditions.

All personal data requested through the forms in the external E-VIZA portal will be made available to the diplomatic missions and consular offices of Romania where the data subject chooses to present him/herself.

The data in the external portal is stored on a secure central server belonging to the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. When a visa file is sent to a diplomatic mission/consular office of Romania, it will be transferred to the internal E-VIZA portal and stored on a secure central server in the internal network of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At this point, the personal data in the external portal will be transferred in its entirety to the secure network of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and will no longer be available online.

When a visa applicant does not complete an application file, his/her personal data filled in the external portal up to a certain point will be stored on the central server of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the external portal for a period limited to 30 days. At the end of this period, the uncompleted file and all the data filled in the file will be automatically deleted and will no longer be available online and will also no longer be available to the controller.

The personal data provided through the visa application files filled in the E-VIZA portal will be made available exclusively to the competent Romanian authorities and processed by them, where appropriate, for the purpose of making a decision on the visa application submitted through this portal. These data may be entered and stored in databases accessible only to the Romanian authorities competent in visa matters, in accordance with the national legislation in force.

The identity of the controller: exclusively the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, through Romanian diplomatic missions and consular offices abroad.

The purpose for which the data processing is carried out is exclusively the processing / examination of visa applications submitted by third country nationals subject to visa requirements to travel to Romania, as well as, where applicable, for the issuance of entry visas to Romania. Visas granted may also be annulled and revoked in accordance with the law.

Storage period of personal data provided: according to Article 23 and 24 of the NVIS Act.

The recipients of personal data provided for the purpose of applying for entry visas to Romania: exclusively the competent national authorities referred to in Article 30 of Government Emergency Ordinance No 194/2002 on the regime of foreigners in Romania, republished, as subsequently amended and supplemented, as well as the authorities responsible for carrying out checks at state border crossing points. The data transmitted through the electronic files created through the eVisa portal can be accessed exclusively by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The visa applicants who do not consider it appropriate to provide the personal data required for filling in the standard visa application forms should bear in mind that refusal to provide all the necessary data may lead to the inadmissibility of applications or to the rejection of visa applications, depending on the situation.

THE RIGHTS DATA SUBJECTS BENEFIT OF, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF (EU) REGULATION 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27th, 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR)

According to the provisions of the GDPR, data subjects have the following rights with regard to the processing of their personal data:

• the right to be informed;
• the right of access to data;
• the right to rectify the data;
• the right to object;
• the right to erase data;
• the right to restrict processing;
• the right to data portability and the right not to be subject to an automated decision;
• the right to file a complaint with the controller, the supervisory authority for the processing of personal data and the right to appeal to justice.

1. The right to be informed:

As a controller of personal data under the provisions of the GDPR, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs respects the rights of data subjects in the exercise of its tasks related to visa activity. The personal data collected in the course of the visa activity are necessary for the fulfilment of the tasks of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in processing/examining visa applications and taking a decision on the granting of entry visas to Romania, and are processed in good faith, lawfully and securely.

In accordance with the provisions of the GDPR, the Law No 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector and Law No 271/2010 on the establishment, organization and functioning of the National Visa Information System and Romania's participation in the Visa Information System, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its capacity of personal data controller, with its registered office at 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, Romania, phone number: +40 21 431 11 00, +40 21 431 15 62, +40 21 319 21 08, +40 21 319 21 25, Fax: +40 21 319 68 62, must manage under secure conditions and only for the specified purpose, well determined by the specific regulatory framework in force, the personal data that you provide us, under the law, about yourself, a member of your family or another person. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs there is a designated personal data protection officer that can be contacted at [email protected] .

This information relates to the purpose of data collection for processing and examining applications for entry visas to Romania and issuing the requested visas. Data subjects processing personal data for the above-mentioned purpose, who choose to apply for an entry visa to Romania online, through the national electronic portal for facilitating visa applications, E-VIZA - www.eviza.mae.ro , must provide the data requested through the visa application forms*; refusal to provide the requested data will result in the inadmissibility of the visa application which will not be processed at the diplomatic missions/consular offices of Romania. The application for a visa through the E-VIZA portal can be completed by the person concerned only after agreeing to the terms and conditions related to the processing of personal data. Data of persons who do not complete an online visa application are automatically deleted 30 days after the date of the last intervention of the data subject on his/her own application file. The recorded information is intended for use by the controller and is communicated by data subjects, for retrieval from the eViza external electronic portal, only to diplomatic missions and consular posts of Romania. The information is retrieved from the eViza portal for subsequent processing in the National Visa Information System (NVIS).

According to the provisions of the GDPR, the data subject benefits from the right to be informed, the right to access the data, the right to rectify data, the right to erase data, the right to restrict processing and the right not to be subject to automatic processing. At the same time, the data subject has the right to object to the processing of personal data concerning him/her**. In order to exercise these rights, you may address a written, dated and signed request to the Designated Personal Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - [email protected] ***. You also have the right to file a complaint with the A.N.S.P.D.C.P( http://www.dataprotection.ro ) and the right to appeal to justice.

Your data, communicated through the E-VIZA electronic portal and processed within the NVIS by authorized users, will not be transferred abroad. Should any of your details be inaccurate, please inform us as soon as possible.

* The legal basis for the processing of personal data for the purposes mentioned above is given by the legislation in force which can be consulted [ here ]. The fields in the visa application forms marked with an asterisk - (*) do not need to be filled in by third country nationals who are family members of citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area and the Swiss Confederation (spouse, child or dependent ascendant).

** If you do not consent to the processing of your personal data, it will be considered that your visa application becomes inadmissible. However, if you wish to have your personal data erased, but at the time of the erasure request you hold a valid visa obtained on the basis of those data, they cannot be erased, in accordance with Article 17 paragraph (3) letter (b) of the GDPR. If no decision has been taken on the visa application, it cannot be further processed and it should also be noted that the fee for processing the application cannot be refunded.

*** The requests for exercising the rights of data subjects in relation to the processing of visa applications, available online at www.mae.ro , shall be submitted by written, dated and signed request, addressed, in accordance with Article 38 paragraph (4) of the GDPR, to the Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the following address: [email protected] , respectively at the MFA controller's office, 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, zip code 011822.

2. Right to access the data:

The persons concerned by the processing of personal data have the right to obtain from the controller, by means of a written, signed and dated request, confirmation as to whether or not personal data relating to them are being processed and, if so, access to such data, in accordance with the European legal act.

3. The right to rectify data:

Any data subject has the right to obtain from the controller, in accordance with Article 16 of the GDPR, without undue delay, the rectification (correction, completion, etc.) of inaccurate personal data concerning him or her.

It should be noted that rectification of data by the data subject, involving their modification, on request, when the visa granted is still valid, entails, where appropriate, the cancellation or revocation of the document.

According to the provisions of Article 17 of the GDPR, the data subject has the right to request the erasure of personal data concerning him or her without undue delay and the controller has the obligation to erase personal data without undue delay if one of the following grounds applies:

the personal data are no longer necessary for the purposes for which they were collected or processed;

the data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Article 21 paragraph (1) of the GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing;

the personal data have been unlawfully processed;

the personal data must be erased in order to comply with a legal obligation incumbent on the controller under Union law or national law to which the controller is subject.

It should be noted that the deletion of data in the visa activity does not apply to the EAW for all situations foreseen in the GDPR, as not all of them (e.g. when the processing is based on consent or when the data have been collected for the provision of information services) are applicable or related to the EAW activity.

Where the data subject requests the erasure of data relating to him or her, but the Ministry of Foreign Affairs controller finds that the data subject has valid visa applications (pending or approved applications for which the visa issued is pending), the data subject will be informed that the erasure cannot be carried out, pursuant to Article 17 paragraph (3).

Each request for erasure of data shall be examined individually.

5. The right to restrict processing:

According to the provisions of Article 18 of the GDPR, any data subject shall have the right to request the restriction of the processing of data relating to him or her where:

the data subject disputes the accuracy of the data for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the data;

the processing is unlawful and the data subject objects to the erasure of the personal data and requests instead the restriction of their use;

the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purpose of the processing, but the data subject requests them for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims; or

the data subject has objected to the processing in accordance with Article 21 paragraph (1) of the GDPR - the right to object, for the period of time during which it is verified whether the legitimate rights of the controller prevail over those of the data subject.

Where processing has been restricted, the individual's data may, with the exception of storage, only be processed with the consent of the data subject or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims or for the protection of the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of substantial public interest of the Union or a Member State.

6. The right to oppose:

According to the provisions of Article 21 of the GDPR, the data subject has the right to object at any time, on grounds relating to his or her particular situation, to the processing of personal data relating to him or her pursuant to Article 6 paragraph (1) letter (e) or letter (f), including the creation of profiles on the basis of those provisions. The controller shall no longer process the personal data unless the controller demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override the interests, rights and freedoms of the data subject, or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs processes personal data on the basis of the legal powers vested in it as a public authority and the exercise of the public authority vested in it. Therefore, the visa application of a data subject who objects to the processing of his/her data for this purpose becomes inadmissible, the application file is not taken over and the consular fee/service fee is not collected.

According to the provisions of Article 20 from the GDPR, the data subject benefits from the right to data portability and according to the provisions of Article 22 from the GDPR, the right not to be subject to automated individual decision-making.

Within the framework of the visa activity, the data collected in relation to the examination and issuance of visas by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs operator by virtue of its capacity as central competent authority, shall not be transferred to other recipients, even at the request of the data subject, as the working procedures inherent to these areas are clearly regulated by the European and national legislation in force, and it is not possible to use ported data. At the same time, the examination and issuance of a visa does not rely at any time on automated individual decision-making processes.

Therefore, in the case of visa activity, the exercise of these two rights by data subjects in the processing of data for the issuance of visas is irrelevant.

In order to defend their rights under the GDPR, individuals whose personal data is subject to processing covered by the GDPR have the right to file a complaint with the controller through the Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Data subjects may also file a complaint with the National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing at:

Address: 28-30 G-ral. Gheorghe Magheru Blvd., 1st district, zip code 010336, Bucharest, Romania;

E-mail: [email protected];

Phone number: +40.318.059.211;

Fax: +40.318.059.602;

Website: http://www.dataprotection.ro .

In addition, according to the provisions of Articles 78 and 79 of the GDPR, every natural or legal person has the right to an effective judicial remedy against a supervisory authority and a controller or processor.

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A valid passport is required for all overseas/ non-EU visitors. Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your visit (it will not expire sooner than your intended date of departure). However, please check the expiration date on your passport carefully before traveling to Europe. Some airlines (i.e. Lufthansa) may refuse boarding at your point of origin or while transferring planes if your passport is not valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure; or your entry into the Schengen Area could be denied. For this reason, the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs recommends that your passport has at least six months' validity remaining whenever you travel abroad.

For stays longer than 90 days visitors need to need to apply for a temporary residence permit (either before arriving into Romania or at least 30 days before the 90-day "no visa" stay expires). To apply for an extended stay visa please visit eVisa.MAE.ro Additional information are available from any Romanian Immigration Office

Citizens of the European Union countries can enter Romania with a valid passport or with their National Identity Card.

Depending on your citizenship, you may be required to show different documents at the port-of-entry.

American and Canadian citizens as well as citizens of Australia, New Zealand and most European countries do not need an entry visa to visit Romania, providing duration of stay is not more than 90 (ninety) days, accumulated during a single visit - or multiple visits - within a six-month period.

Citizens of certain countries and territories need a visa to visit Romania. To quickly check if you need a visa please visit www.E-Visa.MAE.ro (select the "Get Informed" tab (up left) and enter the following information: passport issuing country, type of passport, purpose of your visit to Romania). Entry requirements and visa information are also available at www.mae.ro .

Please send all inquiries regarding visa and entry requirements to the nearest Consulate of Romania . RomaniaTourism has no authority or expertise to answer questions regarding travel documents or visa.

» List of countries whose nationals, bearer of a regular passport, are exempt from the requirement of a Romanian visa.

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Schengen Visas validity in Romania

Romania partially joined Schengen area of free movement opening up travel by air and sea without border checks. Border checks will continue to apply for those travelling by land between either Bulgaria or Romania and other Schengen area countries. Effective April 1 2024, the Consulates of Romania issue standard short-term Schengen C visas, as per recent EU directives.   Schengen Visa holders do not need to get a (special) Romanian visa to visit Romania as long as number of entries and/ or length of stay has not been not exhausted. More info concerning Romania visa requirements / Schengen visa. The Schengen visa zone includes 25 EU member countries along with four non-EU states: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

No immunizations or unusual health precautions are necessary or required. Romania has no infectious risks and there are no poisonous insects. There is no malaria in Romania. During the summer months mosquitoes are present in the Danube Delta and some low-lying regions. For your comfort take some mosquito repellent with you, if visiting Romania during the warm season.

Tap water is safe to drink; if you prefer, bottled water is inexpensive and widely available. Romania is home to more that 1/3 of the natural mineral springs in Europe. Some Romanian bottled waters are rated the best in the world for purity and taste and are exported to many foreign countries.

Naturally, we hope that you will never need to use any medical facilities. However, Romanian doctors are known for their high standard of medical education. The embassy of your country, to Romania, can probably provide a list of preferred physicians or medical facilities.

Travel with Pets in Romania

Leisure travelers or soon-to-be expatriates (departing from non-EU countries) generally fall within the EU regulations for non-commercial pet travel to Europe. The following EU regulations apply only to dogs, cats or ferrets. Please contact your Embassy/ Consulate (or the embassy of destination country) to determine what (if any) protocol to follow for other types of pets.

Documents needed to take your pet into Romania include:

1. Proof of rabies vaccinations - Rabbies Certificate (Your veterinarian issued documentation that proves rabies vaccination and disproves the existence of rabies in your pet, specifying that this documentation is certified for your travel to the EU). Your pet may not travel to Europe until at least 21 days after the primary rabies vaccine.

2. Pet's Health Certificate The health certificate must prove that your pet has had all its shots and is healthy enough to travel. Although this certificate is technically valid for 4 months, it is recommended to be completed and endorsed by the USDA within 10 days of travel to avoid any customs issues upon arrival. The results of a serological test and the pet's vaccination details must be attached to the health certificate. Obtain this documentation within 10 days of travel. For travel to Europe, an additional single-sheet EU Vet Health Certificate form must be filled out and certified by your vet.

3. Microchip Implantation Record Microchips provide electronic identification on your pet. If your pet doesn't already have a microchip you can easily get one. All original documentation must travel with your pet. Translation of documents is not needed if they are in English, French or German.

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Dogs: must be kept in leash and wear a muzzle. Small pets and birds: must be kept in a cage at all times. Some municipalities might have additional regulations regarding travel with pets in city buses or trams. A small number of cities in Romania do not allow pets on board of their public transportation fleet.

Dogs: must be kept in leash and wear a muzzle at all times. Small pets and birds: must be kept in a cage at all times.

Dogs are allowed in second-class cars only; they must stay on the floor, in leash, and wear a muzzle at all times. If a passenger is allergic to pet-hair or is not comfortable in the presence of a dog, the owner of the dog must find a seat / place in another car. Dog's health certificate must be available for inspection by the train conductor.

A ticket is required for all (larger) dogs that do not travel in a pet-cage hold in the lap of the owner. The cost of a train ticket for a dog is 50% of the price of a ticket for an adult traveler.

Dog breeds with aggressive tendencies/ history (Pittbull, Boerboer, Bandogge) are not allowed on trains.

Each bus company has its own rules regarding pet travel / transportation.

Each airline has its own rules regarding pet travel / transportation. An international pet passport is required for pets traveling to EU / Schengen countries. Although there are uniform regulation within the EU, some European countries have additional own regulations regarding pets.

Romanians love pets; please don't be surprised or offended if someone you don't know tries to pet your dog or cat without asking permission.

Each hotel or restaurant has its own pet policy.

In general pets are allowed in hotels and restaurants. Many hotels will charge extra the guests bringing their pets.

Romania Customs Regulations

Romanian Customs regulations are in line with those of most European countries. A traveler can enter and leave Romania with up to 10,000 Euros (or equivalent) in cash or traveler's checks. Amounts over 10,000 Euros have to be declared when entering the country.

Items that must be declared at customs also include: art objects, historic artifacts, weapons, ammunition, explosive materials, toxic and hazadous substances.

- Tobacco: 40 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 g (100 oz) tobacco. - Liquor: 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer or 2 litres of alcoholic drinks less than 45 proof or one litre of liquor stonger than 45 proof. (one litre = 33.8 fl. oz). - A reasonable quantity of gifts with a total value of up to $450. - Goods and medical products/ medicines for personal use. Customs officers do not usually check the luggage of individual travelers or tour groups. However, you must know that, as in any other country, custom officers have the authority to check passports and to conduct enforcement examinations without a warrant, ranging from a single luggage examination to a personal search. More information on European customs regulations

U.S. / Canadian / Australian / New Zealand / European drivers' licenses are valid and can be used for driving in Romania, by visitors who are in the country temporarily (less than 90 days).

Driving is on the right side of the road.

Independent travelers entering Romania by car (own or rental) need to obtain a road toll sticker, called "RoVinieta". RoVigneta is available on-line at Roviniete , and E_Rovinieta , as well as at border-crossing points, postal offices and most gas stations. Cost of RoVinieta for passenger cars is the Romanian currency equivalent of $3.50 (7 days) or $8.00 (30 days).

Romania Rules of the Road are available at RomaniaTourism Practical Information section

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Short-term visit visa for Romania – step-by-step guide

This guide is applicable for nationals of countries for which approval of a special invitation letter is required. Therefore, it has been tailored for nationalities such as: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Algeria, Egypt, Lebanon .

Visa type : Visit visa (symbol: C/VV)

IMPORTANT: please carefully read the instructions below under “Important prerequisites” tab before following this guide, to ensure it applies to your specific case.

• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• IMPORTANT PREREQUISITES
• Required documents – explained in detail
• Conditions and format of the invitation letter
• Online application with the Romanian consulate
• Interview at the consulate

This Romanian visa guide is applicable for nationals of countries such as: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Algeria, Egypt, Lebanon.

What this means : a national of any of these countries must obtain approval from the Romanian Immigration Office on a special visa invitation letter prior to applying for the visa at the Romanian consulate. Therefore, before using this guide (which details the Romanian visa application with the consulate), the applicant must first fulfill a prior step. The first step entails the inviting party to obtain invitation approval from the Romanian Immigration Office. For guidance on the invitation letter approval procedure, please check and follow our step-by-step guide here: Romanian visit visa for short term – the invitation letter approval procedure .

Important conditions:

• private visit visas (symbol C/VV) must be obtained by third-state citizens who travel to Romania for private visits to Romanian citizens, or to foreigners already living in Romania and holding valid Romanian residence permit;
• the application for the travel visa at the Romanian consulate is the second step as part of the Romanian visit visa application procedure. The first step that must be fulfilled prior to this is obtaining the invitation letter approval from the Romanian Immigration Office; this first step must be fulfilled by the inviting party in Romania – for complete guidance on the first step, please use our guide:  Romanian visit visa for short term – the invitation letter approval procedure ;
• the Romanian visit visa for short stay (symbol C/VV) allows you to enter Romania for a stay, or accumulated stays of no more than 90 days during any period of 180 days. If you need to stay in Romania for a longer period, you should apply for a long-term visa (which can be extended afterwards with a residency permit);
• the applicant’s passport validity must exceed the validity of the requested visa by at least 3 months ; if validity criterion is not fulfilled, we recommend applying for a new passport before starting the visa application.

Short term visit visa for Romania

(symbol C/VV) for nationals of: INDIA, PAKISTAN, SRI LANKA, BANGLADESH, INDONESIA, ALGERIA, EGYPT, LEBANON.

As per the applicable Romanian immigration law, the short term visit visa application for nationals of the above mentioned countries must be fulfilled in 2 main steps, as follows:

1. OBTAINING APPROVAL OF THE INVITATION LETTER FROM THE ROMANIAN IMMIGRATION OFFICE

This step must be fulfilled by the person inviting the foreigner to Romania. For detailed instructions to fulfill this step, if haven’t done already, you can check and follow our step-by-step guide: Romanian visit visa for short term – the invitation letter approval procedure .

2. APPLYING FOR THE VISA AT THE ROMANIAN CONSULATE IN THE FOREIGNER’S COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE

This step must be undertaken by the foreign individual and is detailed here.

Step 2 can be initiated only after approval from the Immigration Office is obtained under Step 1.

1. LIST OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS – explained

A) invitation letter approval (in original).

This is the invitation letter approval that was issued by the Romanian Immigration Office under Step 1 mentioned above. If this approval has not yet been obtained, please refer to our step-by-step guide describing this procedure.

b) Applicant’s passport + pdf scan copy

Please ensure passport’s validity is of at least 3 months from the moment you plan to return to your home country. Otherwise, we recommend obtaining a new passport before starting the visa application, as you risk rejection by the consulate.

c) 2 Coloured photos

Size of the photos must be: 3×4 cm

d) Copy of document proving available accommodation in Romania – i.e. rental/ownership agreement or other

Proof of accommodation can be made through:

• ownership contract over the house/apartment of the person that the foreigner is visiting in Romania (in case the foreigner will stay there during his/her visit), or
• hotel reservation, or
• rental contract from any other place where he/she will stay.

Please ensure you have both a clear scan copy (in pdf format) and a hard copy.

e) Copy of Romanian ID or Romanian residency permit of the inviting person + passport

Romanian ID or residency permit (if the person inviting the foreigner to Romania is not a Romanian citizen but has legal right of stay in Romania) of the person who is inviting you to Romania. If the inviting party is not a Romanian citizen, his/her passport copy will also be required.

If the inviting person is a foreigner, please note that your visit visa’s validity may be limited to the validity of his/her Romanian residency permit (if his/her residency permit is about to expire).

f) Proof of financial means

You must provide proof of financial means for supporting your stay in Romania. Your financial means must be in amount of at least 30 euros/day of stay in Romania.

The proof of financial means can be under the following forms, depending on the case:

• bank account statement (not older than 3 days),
• salary payslip for last month,
• pension payslip, etc.

In the case of bank statement, please note that the Romanian consulate may require to see statement of transactions over the past 3 months .

g) Travel medical insurance

The travel medical insurance must cover the entire period of the planned stay in Romania. It can also be for a longer period.

h) Travel ticket reservation

The travel ticket must be a return ticket (including exit flight from Romania). If you request visa to be with multiple entries, please note that the Romanian consulate may request to see also reservations for your future planned flights to Romania.

i) Notarized invitation letter

This is the invitation letter that was already prepared and notarized under Step 1 of the process (“OBTAINING APPROVAL OF THE INVITATION LETTER FROM THE ROMANIAN IMMIGRATION OFFICE”), preceding the visa application at the consulate. The notarized invitation letter must be available in original sample.

Before proceeding with the next step, please ensure you have all of the above documents scanned under PDF format in advance. All documents will have to be uploaded during the online application. Each document should not exceed the size of 2 MB.

Once the above listed documents are ready, the online application for the travel visa (simbol C/VV) can be undertaken, as follows below:

2. online application with the romanian consulate.

The online application must be done on the E-Visa portal, at the following link:

E-VISA – Apply for a Romanian visa online

To start with, as first step you need to access the website and register for an account with a valid email address.

Please ensure you have all the above detailed documents (under points a to i) scanned under PDF format in advance! All documents will have to be uploaded during the online application.

Once you sign up with your e-mail address and a password, you will receive a confirmation email, generating for you a file number (this will be your visa file number).

In the next window you will be required to log in with the file number you received by e-mail and your password. Then you will have to click “Next” button. Please refer to print-screen below for details on this step:

The application form will then open, where you will have to start filling in the required information. In the first window you will have to select your nationality and country of residence, and also the Romanian consulate where you want to send the visa application for processing. Fill in with the necessary information and then click “Next” .

Please note that currently there is only one Romanian consular section in India, located in New Delhi.

On the next page, you will have to select the type of visa you will apply for. In your case, this will be: “Private visits (marked C/VV)”. Please refer to the print-screen below for details:

On the following page, you will be required to select if you find yourself in any of the situations that can exempt you from the obligation of requesting a Romanian travel visa for short-term to Romania – e.g. if you hold a valid Schengen visa or residency permit, if you are family member of a Romanian citizen, etc.

Please go through all the options listed and select the one that may apply to you, if the case. This would mean that you will not need to apply for the visit visa for Romania. Otherwise, you will have to select the last option on the page: “I do not find myself in any of the above mentioned situations “. Then click “Next” to continue filling in the visa application.

Going forward, you will be then asked to upload all the supporting documents already described above. The documents should be ready for upload, so this step should go smoothly (vehicle supporting documents are required only if you will travel to Romania by car).

Once you upload all documents, please select the acknowledgement box at the bottom of the page and click “Next” .

On the next page, you will again be required to select if you find yourself in any of the situations described therein. If none of them is your case, you will just have to select the last option on the page: “I do not find myself in any of the above-mentioned situations” . Then click “Next” to continue filling in the visa application. Please refer to print-screen below for this step:

On the next 2 pages, you will be required to fill in with your personal information: name, surname, date of birth, country of birth, passport details, family details, occupation, etc. Please fill in with correct information, as all information you provide may be verified by the consulate during their checks.

On next page ( Step 8 of the application) you will be required to select the number of entries you need the visa to have, and the number of days you want to stay in Romania, in total. If you want to travel for more than 1 time, you’ll want to select the total number of days you need for all your trips.

Going further to the next step, you will be required to fill in with details regarding your journey, such as: date of arrival, date of departure, planned route, etc. On the same page, you will have to provide information on the person you are visiting in Romania, and on whom is covering the cost for your stay in Romania – e.g. you or your host. You will also have to select the means of support type for your stay – i.e. cash, credit card, cheques, etc.

If your host is covering for the accommodation, please select the “Accommodation” box.

Step 10: you will have to provide information regarding your family members. Most of the fields on this page are optional. We advise on completing it only if family members are traveling together with you.

Step 11: you will have to select if your host is a natural person (if you will be staying at his/her address during your visit) or a hotel. You will have to provide detailed information and address.

Step 12 (final step) : fill in with information regarding your home address. Then click “Next” button.

Once you finalize completing the application form, you will be directed to the page where you have to review a summary of your application. If all looks good, you will have to send the application for processing to the consulate, by clicking on the “Send File” button. Please see screen-shot below for more details:

Once you successfully send the file, your online visa application is finalized. As next step, it will be reviewed by the Romanian consulate representatives and, if all ok, you will receive an email confirming the application was processed, inviting you to log into your account again and select the date and time when you can schedule interview at the consulate .

3. interview at the consulate

All documents you uploaded during your online application may be required in original and copies when you visit the Romanian diplomatic mission/consular section.

For the purpose of the interview, we recommend preparing in advance for questions that might be addressed by the interviewer. The questions will have as main purpose checking the background of your relationship with the Romanian host, and the detailed purpose of your stay in Romania. There may be questions such as:

• Are you a relative of your host?
• How and when did you meet him/her?
• When did you meet last time?
• Why do you want the visit visa for Romania?, etc.

To check the detailed address of the Romanian consulate in your country, please visit the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ website here: Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Romanian missions abroad .

Please ensure that you arrive at the consulate on the date scheduled, with at least 10 minutes in advance of the scheduled time.

Also, keep in mind that the visa may not be approved and stamped into your passport on the same day, so you may have to leave your passport in the consulate until the visa is approved and stamped.

Once you get your visit visa for Romania, you can travel to the country as scheduled. While traveling, please remember to have with you copies of the invitation letter issued by your host and of the invitation letter approval issued by the Romanian Immigration office. The border police officers may want to verify these documents as well.

Florin Stoicescu

3 responses.

i am indian passport holder residing in saudi arabia with valied resident permit.can i get a invitation letter for tourist visa to romania

HI, MY NAME IS AMIR BALOCH FROM PAKISTAN, I LOVE TO TRAVEL TO ROMANIA SO I NEED AN INVITATION TO GET THE ROMANIAN TOURIST VISA. I TRAVELED TO TURKEY 4 TIMES NOW I WANT TO TRAVEL TO ROMANIA SO PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR FURTHER DETAIL ABOUT THE INVITATION AND REQUIREMTNE. THANKYOU

REGARDS, AMIR BALOCH

My name is MUHAMMAD ALI & I’m from PAKISTAN, I want to travel & visit ROMANIA because of its natural beauty and so much flourished piece of Earth but for that invitation letter is required with other necessary documents but I don’t know how to get it. I’m completely freshman and it will be my first time to travel by plane and visit Romania. I hope you will help me in this matter to get invitation letter approved by Romanian Government & I hope you will response me in positive favour. Thank you. Sincerely Muhammed Ali.

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GENERAL INSPECTORATE FOR IMMIGRATION

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COMING / TRAVELLING TO ROMANIA

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Entry to the territory of Romania may be allowed to foreigners who meet the following conditions:

• possesses a valid document for crossing the state border, which is accepted by the Romanian state;
• possess a visa or residence permit granted under the terms of GEO no. 194/2002 or, as the case may be, possess any authorization that gives the holder the right to transit or stay on the territory of Romania based on the normative acts of the European Union, binding and applicable for Romania, if international agreements have not established otherwise;
• present documents that justify the purpose and conditions of their stay and that prove the existence of appropriate means both for maintenance during the stay and for returning to the country of origin or for transit to another state where it is certain that they will be allowed to enter;
• presents guarantees that they will be allowed to enter the territory of the destination state or that they will leave the territory of Romania, in the case of foreigners in transit;
• no alerts are entered on their names in the National Alert Information System for the purpose of refusing entry to the territory of the Romanian state;
• their names are not entered into the Schengen Information System for the purpose of denying entry;
• they are not reported by the competent authorities as posing a danger to national defense and security, order and public health.

1 Foreigner – a person who does not have Romanian citizenship, the citizenship of another member state of the European Union or the European Economic Area, or the citizenship of the Swiss Confederation;

SHORT STAY VISA

If you want to travel to Romania for a short period of time and you are a citizen of a country for which a visa is required, you must obtain a short-stay visa. Consult the list of states whose citizens do not need a visa to enter Romania. Consult the list of states whose citizens need a visa to enter Romania. The short-stay visa is granted under the conditions and for the purposes provided by the Visa Code. For more details, you can consult the website www.mae.ro section Visas and consular services > Visas. Information for foreign citizens – 2024 > Schengen visa – 2024 or the link https://www.mae.ro/node/30325

The short-stay visa is obtained from diplomatic missions and consular offices of Romania. ( See their list ). Among the states whose citizens need a visa to enter Romania, there are some for whose citizens it is necessary to obtain an invitation approved by the General Inspectorate for Immigration. The invitation can be made by a physical or legal person, a Romanian citizen or a foreigner residing in Romania. ( See the list of states whose citizens need an invitation to obtain a visa to enter Romania ).

When the short stay visa is conditional on obtaining the invitation

If you are the holder of a simple passport, you can obtain a short-stay visa with one or more trips if you present to diplomatic missions or consular offices a written invitation ( model here ), endorsed by the General Inspectorate for Immigration, from a physical or legal person in Romania.

The invitation, accompanied by a series of documents, depending on the purpose, is picked up, completed in two copies and submitted to the headquarters of the territorial formations of the General Inspectorate for Immigration, for approval.

Consult the list of documents required for approval of the invitation depending on the purpose of coming to Romania:

Invitations are approved within 45 days from the date of submission, with the possibility of extending the deadline by 15 days in justified cases.

For foreigners who are going to come to Romania for tourist purposes, in organized groups of at least 20 people, at the request of companies regulated by Law no. 31/1990, republished, with subsequent amendments and additions, members of the National Association of Travel Agencies from Romania, invitations are approved within 30 days from the date of submission.

If approved, a copy of the invitation will be given to the inviter, who will forward it to you. You will present the original invitation to the diplomatic mission or consular office, accompanied by the other documents, to obtain the Romanian visa. You must apply for the visa within 30 days of the approval of the invitation, otherwise it will lose its validity.

The inviter, physical or legal person, will bear the expenses caused by the removal from the territory of Romania of the invited foreigners. The invitation constitutes an enforceable title in the situation where the invited foreigner does not leave Romania until the date on which the right of residence established by the visa ends.

Short stay visa exceptions

There are certain situations when, in order to obtain a short-stay visa, you no longer need an invitation approved by the General Inspectorate for Immigration, in which case you request a visa from diplomatic missions or consular offices with a notarized invitation. ( See exceptions to the invitation procedure ).

In order to approve applications for the granting of short-stay visas, the National Visa Center within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs can request the opinion of our institution, in the cases established by protocol. The General Inspectorate for Immigration issues the opinion for the short-stay visa within 7 working days from the date of receipt of the request, and in well-justified situations the deadline can be extended by another 7 working days. However, there are also situations in which this opinion is no longer needed. ( See the list of exceptions from the I.G.I. )

You have the possibility to calculate your right of residence by using the calculator made available for this purpose by the European Commission.

If you are citizens of countries whose nationals need a visa ( see the list ), you can enter Romania without a visa if you find yourself in one of the following situations:

• you are the holder of a uniform visa, valid for two or multiple entries, of long-stay visas or residence permits issued by Schengen states, you can enter Romania for an uninterrupted stay or for several stays whose duration do not exceed 90 days during any period of 180 days preceding each day of stay on the territory of Romania, if the documents presented are within their validity period and the number of entries and the duration of the authorized stay have not been exhausted.
• you hold a valid long-term residence permit issued by an EU member state – for an uninterrupted stay or for several stays whose total duration does not exceed 90 days during any 180-day period preceding each day of stay on the territory of Romania;
• you are the holder of a small traffic permit, issued in accordance with G.E.O. no. 194/2002 regarding the regime of foreigners in Romania and Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EC) no. 1931/2006 of December 20, 2006 establishing the rules regarding small border traffic at the external land borders of the member states and amending the Schengen Convention, under the conditions in which you exercise your right of movement, in accordance with the small border traffic regime .

Extending the validity of the short-stay visa or the right of residence granted to the foreigner by visa

The duration of validity and/or the right of residence established by the short-stay visa issued by the Romanian authorities or by another Schengen state can be extended in the following situations:

• situations of major force or humanitarian reasons, which prevent him/her from leaving the territory of the Member States before the expiry of the validity period or the duration of stay authorized by the visa. Such an extension shall be granted free of charge;
• substantiated personal reasons justifying the extension of the validity period or length of stay. A fee of 30 EUR is charged for such an extension.

The visa extension must not result in a total stay exceeding 90 days within a 180 day period.

The competent national authority to extend the visa, applied to simple passports, is the General Inspectorate for Immigration and its territorial formations, and for those applied to service or diplomatic passports, it is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The refusal to extend the period of validity and/or the right of stay established by the short-stay visa cannot be contested.

The territorial formations responsible for extending the validity of the short-stay visa or the right of residence granted to the foreigner by visa are:

• THE IMMIGRANT DEPARTAMENT OF THE BUCHAREST MUNICIPALITY, address: Grand Arena Mall, Bld Metalurgiei, no.12-18, District 4, Bucharest, phone:  021/303.70.80 int. 30461;
• IMMIGRATION OFFICE OF CONSTANȚA, Adress: Bulevardul I.C. Brătianu, nr.246, Constanța (with access from the street Matei Millo), phone: 0241-550909;
• IMMIGRATION OFFICE OF TIMIȘ, adress: str. Andrei Mocioni, nr. 8-10, Timișoara, Phone: 0256-402430;
• IMMIGRATION OFFICE OF CLUJ, adress: str. Alexandru Vaida Voevod, nr. 53- 55, (Complex Iulius Mall) Cluj, phone:   0264-555656;
• IMMIGRATION OFFICE OF IAȘI, adress: str. Mihai Costăchescu, nr. 6, Iași, phone:   0232-302315.

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Romania e-Visa Application

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Romania e-Visa: Basic information

The Romania e-Visa is a multiple-entry online visa that allows travelers from 104 eligible countries to stay in Romania for tourism , business , and transit-related purposes .

Romanian visa is now available in an electronic form and serves as a required document to have to enter the territory of this country.

Travelers can complete a simple online application process to get a multiple-entry travel authorization for Romania that allows its holders to spend 90 days within the country (for tourism and business purposes) or 5 days for transit reasons . Moreover, the electronic visa for Romania stays effective for 180 days from issuing.

Travelers should check if they meet the requirements to make a Romanian visa application online to receive the approved travel authorization at their email address. The electronic visa is then delivered to each applicant in PDF form within 15 business days .

Romania e-Visa types

Romania e-Visa is a multiple-entry permit that stays valid for 180 days (6 months) from the day of issue and allows a 90-day stay in Romania .

All online applicants can travel to Romania with the following electronic visa types :

• A tourist e-Visa  that is designed for travelers who wish to visit Romania for tourism purposes . Whether you want to go on vacation, visit your friends and family who are staying in Romania, or explore the country's tourist destinations, this online visa type will be perfect for you .
• A business e-Visa that is dedicated to anyone who needs to handle their business affairs in Romania . Attend a business meeting, conference, or negotiate a contract with the online business visa .
• A transit e-Visa  allows its holders to transit through Romania to the next destination. It can be issued for single-entry, double-entry, or multiple transits, provided that each stay won't exceed 5 days .

Please note! Your passport must stay valid for at least 6 months from the planned date of the trip.

List of eligible countries

Below-listed countries can make an online application for the Romanian visa :

• Afghanistan
• Burkina Faso
• African Republic
• D'ivoire
• Guinea-Bissau
• North Korea
• Philippines
• & Princippe
• Saudi Arabia
• Sierra Leone
• South Africa
• South Sudan
• Turkmenistan

Romania e-Visa application form

Every traveler needs to submit a separate Romania visa application online . For all children traveling to Romania, the application should be made by their parents/guardians .

Before starting the online visa application process , the most crucial step is to collect the two documents mentioned in the section describing the requirements. Make sure that you have your passport and a digital photo of yourself ready and start applying.

• Choose the purpose of your travel using the panel on the left. Romanian electronic visa is available for tourism, business, and transit travel . Then, provide your personal information, travel details, and attach the digital photo of yourself taken with your phone or a PC camera .

Pay the fees for the e-Visa using any of the several available online payment methods .

• Check your inbox . Both e-Visa to Romania and its confirmation number arrive at the applicant's email address .

The processing time for the electronic visa to Romania can take up to 15 business days . To avoid any delays, double-check if you have filled the application form correctly.

Should you need any help while applying, our support team is available and happy to help via email or phone .

Validity period

The Romanian e-Visa  is a multiple-entry permit in an electronic form that allows numerous visits to Romania and a total of 90 days spent in the country .

Electronic visas stay valid for 180 days (6 months) starting from the day of the issue. Applicants' passports must not expire for the next 6 months beyond the planned date of arrival.

Make sure to apply for your visa online  at least 15 business days in advance to receive your entry permit on time.

Transit information

Any traveler who needs to travel through Romania to get to their final destination needs to apply for an electronic transit visa issued for one, two, or multiple transit visits. However, each stay cannot exceed 5 days .

See what supporting documents are required for the transit e-Visa to Romania:

• a valid travel document , i.e., a passport that will be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the planned arrival date
• applicant's face photo (may be taken with your phone or via the PC camera )
• any document proving the onward journey (a visa to the final destination country or a copy of the onward ticket )

Requirements on arrival

The customs officials will check if you have the following documents upon entering Romania:

• a valid passport
• a printed copy of the Romanian e-Visa

Make sure to have the above-listed required documents when arriving in Romania. Travelers are advised to print their electronic visas out before going on their trip.

Required Documents

Before applying online, make sure to prepare all of the documents listed in this section . Your documents should be appropriately valid to ensure quick e-Visa approval .

To apply online for Romanian visas , gather the following supporting documents:

• a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended arrival in Romania date
• applicant's photograph (can be taken with a phone or a PC camera)

Preparing your passport and taking a photo of yourself with your phone takes just a few minutes !

Important Information

• the processing time may take up to 15 business days
• every applicant must have a valid passport and a digital photo of themselves
• travelers need an online visa to enter Romania, including children
• electronic visa applications for underage travelers should be made by their parents/guardians
• your passport must stay valid for at least 6 months to apply for the Romanian entry permit
• Romania e-Visa does not serve as a working permit but can be used for tourism , business , and transit purposes
• online visas arrive at the applicant's email address in PDF form
• all travelers need to apply at least 15 business days in advance of their travel
• should you need help at any point in the process of applying, do not hesitate to contact our support team

Benefits of Evisa Express

• Easy application process There are three easy steps to get your e-Visa to Romania. Any issues during the application process can be addressed by contacting our support team
• Qualified team of experts A qualified team oversees the processing of each and every application
• Guarantee of service If an application is unable to be processed, reimbursement is provided according to the conditions set out by our Terms of Service

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FAQ about the Romanian e-Visa

Romania e-Visa is an obligatory document to have when you enter this country. It comes in three different types : an electronic tourist , business , and transit visa . Choose the one that will suit your needs best , prepare your valid travel document, i.e., your passport , and apply online in just a few minutes . The processing time may take up to 15 business days .

An electronic visa is necessary for anyone who travels from a country that cannot enter Romania visa-free . Check if your country is listed as eligible for the e-Visa to Romania and apply online for an intuitive and quick process of applying. Whenever you want to explore the European Union , make sure to visit Romania as it makes a perfect destination and offers some great cultural and historical experiences .

The required documents to gather before your Romania travel are elementary . All applicants must have is a valid passport and a digital photo of the applicant's face. The photographs may be taken with a phone or a PC camera .

Applicants can pay for the e-Visa using any of the several online payment methods available when using our electronic visa services. After your payment registers , you will receive a confirmation number to the email address provided. Should you have any issues with payment processing, please contact our support team .

Prepare the necessary documents , choose a preferred online visa type (tourist, business, or transit). Then, start filling the application form with your data. Make sure all the data provided is correct and make the payment. Now, wait for your approved e-Visa to arrive at your email address.

Once approved, an e-Visa to Romania will be sent directly to the applicant's email address in PDF form. Print your online tourist, business, or transit visa, and take it with you to the Romanian airport for control of the customs officials upon arrival.

The processing time may take up to 15 business days . Make sure to apply at least 15 business days in advance of your Romanian travel not to face any problems with entering this country.

The electronic Romania visa stays valid for 180 days (6 months) from the date of issue . Make sure that your passport will not expire for at least 6 months starting from the date of arrival in Romania .

The electronic visa serves as a multiple-entry permit  that allows its holders to travel to Romania numerous times within the 6-month validity period . Romania e-Visa enables an overall 90-day stay in the country.

Every traveler who does not come from a visa-free country needs the electronic Romanian entry permit to cross the country's border. Children also must have an e-Visa to travel to Romania. Underage travelers'  parents or guardians should make the application on their behalf .

Romanian online visas  cannot be extended . Do not overstay your Romanian travel to avoid any issues. However, e-Visa allows you to have a 90-day (three months) stay in the country. That's plenty of time to explore it properly !

In case your e-Visa would not be approved, please contact our support team via email or phone to resolve your online visa processing issues . Make sure that you have attached all of the listed supporting documents and that the data you provided was error-free .

Three easy steps to get your e-Visa

• Apply online Fill out basic information on your citizenship and purpose for travel
• Fill out the remaining required information and make an online payment We accept both credit and debit cards and other convenient methods of payment.
• Check your email Once your payment is confirmed, the e-Visa will be sent to the email address provided in your application
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Romania Short-Stay Tourist Visa

The Romania Tourist visa, also known as the short-stay visa or the C-type visa, is required for tourists from some countries who plan to visit Romania for a period of less than 90 days. This visa allows them to enter and stay in Romania for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, visiting friends and relatives, or any other non-work-related purpose. It is important to note that the 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen area, of which Romania is a part.

If you are planning to visit Romania for tourism and your stay is expected to be shorter than 90 days, it is important to check whether you need to obtain a Romania Tourist visa. The need for a tourist visa is dependent on your nationality and the country of your passport. Citizens of some countries are exempt from obtaining a visa and can enter Romania with just a valid passport, while citizens of other countries need to obtain a Romania Tourist visa before they can enter the country.

The Romania Tourist visa, also known as the short-stay visa or the C-type visa, is issued to foreign nationals who intend to visit Romania for tourism or for other non-work-related purposes, such as visiting friends or relatives. The visa allows the holder to enter Romania and stay for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. The 180-day period starts from the date of the first entry, and the 90-day limit applies to the entire Schengen area, of which Romania is a part.

You can get a Romania Tourist Visa online. The application process generally involves submitting the required documents, such as a valid passport, a completed visa application form, and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay in Romania. In addition, you may be required to provide other documents, such as travel insurance and proof of accommodation.

Once you have submitted your application, it will be processed by the Romanian authorities. The processing time for a Romania Tourist visa may vary depending on the embassy or consulate, but it typically takes several days to a few weeks. During the processing time, the authorities will review your application and may request additional information or documents if needed.

If your Romania Tourist visa application is approved, you will be issued a visa that allows you to enter Romania and stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. It is important to note that the visa is valid for a single entry or multiple entries, depending on the terms of the visa. If your visa is valid for a single entry, you will need to obtain a new visa if you leave Romania and plan to return within the 90-day period.

In conclusion, if you plan to visit Romania for tourism for a period shorter than 90 days, you may be required to obtain a Romania Tourist visa. The visa permits you to stay in Romania for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period and is issued to foreign nationals who intend to visit Romania for tourism or for other non-work-related purposes.

Required Documents for Romania Tourist Visa

If you are planning to visit Romania as a tourist, you will need to apply for a Romania Tourist Visa. The following are the required documents for a Romania Tourist Visa:

• A valid passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended stay in Romania.
• Completed visa application form: You will need to complete a Romania visa application form Online.
• Passport-sized photo: You will need to submit one passport-sized photo with your visa application.
• Travel itinerary: You will need to provide a detailed itinerary of your travel plans, including your flight details, accommodation details, and planned activities.
• Proof of accommodation: You will need to provide proof of your accommodation arrangements in Romania, such as hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from a Romanian resident if you are staying with friends or relatives.

Proof of financial means: You will need to provide proof of your financial means to cover your stay in Romania, such as bank statements or a letter from your employer stating your income.

• A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least Three last months)
• Credit card
• Traveller’s cheques
• Proof of employment
• Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
• Proof of prepaid accommodation
• Document about accommodation in private
• Proof of prepaid transport
• Travel medical insurance: You will need to provide proof of travel medical insurance that covers medical expenses and emergency repatriation.
• Visa fee: You will need to pay a visa fee when submitting your application.

The letter should be on the company's letterhead and should include the following information:

• Your name, job title, and length of employment/sponsorship
• Details of the company, including its name, address, and contact information
• A statement confirming that you are currently employed/sponsored by the company
• A brief description of your job duties or sponsorship arrangement
• An explanation of why you are traveling to Romania and how the trip relates to your work/sponsorship
• A statement indicating that the company will support your trip and that you will return to your job/sponsorship after your visit to Romania
• The signature of a company representative, along with their name and job title.

The letter should be in English or Romanian and may need to be notarized or certified by a local authority.

For Minor: If you are a minor (under the age of 18) and you are planning to visit Romania as a tourist, you will need to provide the following additional documents along with the ones mentioned in my previous response:

• Birth certificate: You will need to provide a copy of your birth certificate.
• Consent letter: If you are travelling without your parents or legal guardian, you will need to provide a notarized consent letter from your parents or legal guardian giving permission for you to travel to Romania.
• Parent's identification documents: You will need to provide copies of your parent's or legal guardian's identification documents, such as passport or national ID card.
• Proof of relationship: You will need to provide documents that prove your relationship with your parents or legal guardian, such as a family register.

Note: This list is not exhaustive, and additional documents may be required depending on your specific circumstances. It is recommended to check with our website for the most up-to-date and accurate information on the visa application process.

How to apply for Romania Tourist Visa

To apply for a Romania Tourist eVisa, follow these steps:

• Check if you are eligible: Before you begin the application process, check if you are eligible for the Romania Tourist eVisa. The eVisa is available to citizens of certain countries, and you can check if your country is on the list on the official website of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Gather the required documents: You will need to gather the necessary documents for your eVisa application. These may include your passport, a recent passport-size photograph, a travel itinerary, and proof of accommodation in Romania.
• Fill out the application form: You can access the online application form on the official website. Fill out the application form accurately and completely, and make sure to review it carefully before submission.
• Pay the visa fee: You will be required to pay the visa fee online through a secure payment gateway using a credit or debit card.
• Submit your application: After completing the application form and paying the visa fee, submit your application online.
• Wait for the eVisa to be issued: After your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. The processing time for the eVisa is typically 3-5 working days, and you will receive the eVisa by email once it is issued.

It is important to ensure that you have submitted all the necessary documents and information accurately and completely to avoid any delays or complications in the processing of your eVisa application.

Processing Time for Romania Tourist Visa

While the processing time for a Romania Tourist Visa is typically 3-10 calendar days, it is important to note that it can take longer in some cases. For example, if additional documentation or information is required to process your application, it may take longer to receive a decision. Additionally, during peak travel seasons or periods of high demand, processing times may be longer than usual.

It is recommended that you apply for a Romania Tourist Visa well in advance of your planned travel dates to allow for any potential delays or processing times. It is also important to ensure that you have submitted all required documents and information accurately and completely to avoid any delays or complications in the processing of your visa application

Romania Tourist Visa Fee

The visa fee of 80 EUR for a Romania Tourist Visa, you may also be required to pay other administrative fees, depending on the country and location of your visa application submission. These fees can vary based on factors such as the visa application center you are applying through, the location where you submit your application, and other additional services you may require, such as courier or premium service.

This can help ensure that you are prepared with the necessary funds and documents to complete your visa application process successfully.

Where to Apply for a Romania Tourist Visa?

To apply for a Romania Tourist Visa, you have the option to apply either online or in person through the Romanian embassy or consulate in your country. The specific application process may vary depending on the embassy or consulate you apply through, but generally, here are the options available to you:

• Online application: You can apply for a Romania Tourist eVisa online through the official website of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This option is available to citizens of certain countries, and you can check if your country is on the list of eligible countries. The online application process is simple and convenient, and you can complete it from anywhere with an internet connection. The eVisa will be issued electronically, and you will receive it by email once it is approved.
• Embassy or consulate application: If you are not eligible for the eVisa or you prefer to apply in person, you can apply for a Romania Tourist Visa at the nearest Romanian embassy or consulate in your country. You will need to schedule an appointment, submit the necessary documents, and pay the visa fee in person. The processing time for the visa may vary, and you may need to allow extra time for the embassy or consulate to process your application.

This can help ensure that you are fully prepared and have all the necessary documents and information to complete your Romania Tourist Visa application successfully.

Can I extend my tourist visa in Romania?

A short-stay tourist visa for Romania is valid for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period and cannot be extended. If you wish to stay longer in Romania, you would need to apply for a long-stay visa, which allows you to stay in the country for more than 90 days, or apply for a residence permit.

The long-stay visa is intended for individuals who intend to work or study in Romania, or for those who plan to stay in the country for other purposes for more than 90 days. The long-stay visa is issued for a period of up to one year and can be extended further if needed.

To apply for a long-stay visa, you would need to provide additional documentation, such as proof of accommodation, proof of financial means, and medical insurance. You may also need to provide additional documentation depending on your purpose of stay, such as a letter of acceptance from a Romanian university or an employment contract.

Frequently asked questions about the Romanian eVisa

A Romania Tourist Visa is a type of short-stay visa that allows visitors to enter and stay in Romania for tourism purposes, such as sightseeing, visiting friends and family, or attending cultural events.

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of some countries may enter Romania without a visa, while others require a visa. You should check with the Romanian embassy or consulate in your country to confirm if you need a visa and what the application process entails.

A Romania Tourist Visa allows visitors to stay in the country for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

The processing time for a Romania Tourist Visa can vary depending on the embassy or consulate you apply through and your individual circumstances. The average processing time is usually between 3-10 calendar days.

The specific documents required may vary depending on the embassy or consulate you apply through, but generally, you will need to provide a valid passport, a completed visa application form, a recent passport photo, proof of accommodation, proof of financial means, and proof of travel insurance. You may also need to provide additional documents, such as a flight itinerary, a letter of invitation, or a letter from your employer/sponsor.

It may be possible to extend your stay in Romania on a Tourist Visa, but this is usually only possible in exceptional circumstances. You should check with the Romanian immigration authorities for more information about the extension process.

No, you are not allowed to work in Romania on a Tourist Visa. The visa is strictly for tourism purposes only. If you plan to work in Romania, you will need to apply for a different type of visa or work permit.

The visa fee for a Romania Tourist Visa is 80 EUR. Additional administrative fees, such as the visa application center fee or courier service fee, may also apply depending on the country and location of your application.

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

• You must have a U.S. passport that is valid for at least three months beyond your departure date from Romania . 
• With a valid U.S. passport book, U.S. citizens can stay up to 90 days in the Schengen area for tourism or business during any 180-day period.  You must wait an additional 90 days before applying to re-enter the Schengen area.
• Departing Romania and then attempting to re-enter Romania does not “restart the clock.” U.S. citizens who depart Romania and return after spending less than 90 days in the Schengen will be admitted for the remainder of their 90-day stay. U.S. citizens attempting to re-enter Romania after having already spent 90 days in Romania the Schengen area may be denied re-entry to Romania. 
• U.S. citizens who wish to stay longer than 90 days must obtain an extension (resident permit) from the  Romanian Immigration Inspectorate .  
• U.S. citizens traveling to Romania should also consult the  CDC’s Romania website  for immunization and other health information.
• U.S.-Romanian dual nationals should consult the  Romanian Border Police  website for information on exit requirements. 
• If you have a temporary or permanent Romanian residence permit, be ready to present it upon request from local competent authorities.

Visit the Embassy of ROMANIA website for the most current visa information.

Traveling Through Europe : If you are planning to visit or travel through European countries, you should be familiar with the requirements of the Schengen Agreement. 

• Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay if you plan on transiting a Schengen country review our U.S. Travelers in Europe page .  
• You will need sufficient proof of funds and a return plane ticket .
• For additional information about visas for the Schengen area, see the Schengen Visa page.
• The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Romania.  

Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites.

Safety and Security

Terrorism:  Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad.  Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles – to more effectively target crowds.  Frequently, their aim is unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting contests, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights)  

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Crime: Reported types of crime include:

• Robbery, pick pocketing, internet scams, and credit card fraud are the most commonly reported crimes. 
• Organized groups of criminals, sometimes including minors, operate in train stations, trains, subways, and busses.
• Money exchange schemes often involve individuals posing as plainclothes policemen who approach you, flash a badge, and ask for your passport and wallet. Insist on the presence of a uniformed police officer and request that any issues be resolved at the police station.
• If traveling on an overnight train, travel with a companion and in the highest class available.
• Do not leave your personal belongings unattended; stow them securely out of sight.
• Use ATMs located inside banks. You should check ATM machines for any evidence of tampering before use.
• Be extra cautious of your surroundings if using an internet café.

Be cautious about entering into contracts with Romanian businesses and/or organizations without legal assistance. The Romanian legal system is difficult for foreigners to navigate, making the assistance of a  local attorney  nearly essential.

International Financial Scams:  See the  Department of State  and the  FBI   pages for information.

Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Romania. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help. Common scams include:  

• Romance/Online dating 
• Money transfers 
• Grandparent/Relative targeting 
• Lotteries 
• Bank overpayments 

Victims of Crime: U.S. citizen victims of crime are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance. Report crimes to the local police at 112 and contact the embassy at (+40) 21 270-6000. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

We can: 

• Help you find medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police 
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent 
• Provide information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion 
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on  victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport 

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.

Tourism: The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules [with regards to best practices and safety inspections] are regularly enforced.  Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities.  In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country.  Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance.  U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance .  

• Romania is situated in a seismically active region and has a history of devastating earthquakes, with the greatest risk in Bucharest.
• Avoid contact with stray dogs. You may consult the CDC's Romania website  for rabies immunization and other health information.

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws.  If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.  Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

Be aware that recreational drug possession is not allowed in Romania, regardless of type or quantity. The penalty for possession of drugs for personal use can be imprisonment of up to three years.

Romania has strict regulations on importing/exporting firearms, other weapons, drugs, antiquities, local currency and gold or gold jewelry. Contact the Romanian Customs Office  for specific information regarding customs requirements.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law.  For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification:  If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately.  See our webpage for further information.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the United States. See the U.S. Department of Justice website for more information.

Faith-Based Travelers:  See the following webpages for details:

• Faith-Based Travel Information
• International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
• Human Rights Report – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad  

LGBTQI+ Travelers:  There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTQI+ events in Romania. The annual gay pride parades in Bucharest have been the scene of violent protests in past years, though this has been less common recently. 

See our LGBTQI+ Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities:   The law in Romania prohibits discrimination against persons with physical, sensory, intellectual or mental disabilities, and the law is enforced.  Social acceptance of persons with disabilities in public is not as prevalent as in the United States.  The most common types of accessibility may include accessible facilities, information, and communication/access to services/ease of movement or access.  Expect accessibility to be limited in public transportation, lodging, communication/information, and general infrastructure. There is a significant difference between the large cities and the rest of the country.

Availability of rental, repair, replacement parts for aids/equipment/devices, or service providers, such as sign language interpreters or personal assistants is very limited. Contact the Embassy for information on providers.

Students:   See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers:   See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

Medical care in Romania is generally not up to Western standards, and basic medical supplies are limited, especially outside major cities. Some medical providers that meet Western quality standards are available in Bucharest and other cities but can be difficult to identify and locate.

Hospitals and doctors often require payment “up front” prior to service or admission. Credit card payment is not always available.  Most hospitals and medical professionals require cash payment. Travelers seeking medical treatment should therefore choose their provider carefully.

Psychological and psychiatric services are limited outside of the larger cities, with hospital-based care only available through government institutions. 

Most prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications are available in Romania but are often sold under different names. A list of approved medicines available in Romania can be found on the website of the Romanian National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices .

Ambulance services are not present throughout the country and are unreliable in some areas except in or around major cities.

We do not pay medical bills.  Be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas.  Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas.  Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments.  See our webpage for more information on insurance coverage.  Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with the  Romanian National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices  to ensure the medication is legal in Romania.

Vaccinations:  Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Air Quality: Air pollution is a significant problem in several major cities in Romania.  Consider the impact seasonal smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you and consult your doctor before traveling if necessary. Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of doctors and hospitals . We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety: Though Romanian traffic laws are very strict, road accidents are a real threat in Romania. According to the European Commission, Romania has the highest per-vehicle rate of road fatalities of any country in the EU.

While major streets in larger cities and major inter-city roads are generally in fair to good condition, many secondary roads are poor quality unpaved, poorly lit, narrow, and lacking marked lanes.

• Mountain roads are dangerous when wet or covered with snow or ice. Snow removal is intermittent.
• Mountainous areas can be subject to torrential rains and flash floods, especially in the spring and summer.
• Streets and sidewalks are often icy and hazardous during winter.
• It is common for pedestrians, animals, cyclists, and horse-drawn carts to share a road with motor vehicles, especially in rural areas.
• Parked vehicles often block sidewalks, forcing pedestrians to walk in the streets.
• Cross only at crosswalks and exercise vigilance as crosswalks are generally poorly marked.
• Although emergency services and road assistance services exist, it is advisable to carry spare tires, fuel and tools. The law requires motorists to carry a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and reflective triangles. This obligation has been eliminated for motorcycles and mopeds.

Traffic Laws: Romanian traffic laws are very strict.

• The traffic police can confiscate a driver's license or permit for 1-3 months and request payment of fines at the time of the infraction.
• Police are required to give all drivers involved in an accident a breathalyzer test on the scene.
• Refusal to take a breathalyzer test may result in criminal penalties regardless of whether or not alcohol was involved.
• Wearing a seat belt is mandatory.
• Children under 12 years of age may not be transported in the front seat.
• Use of mobile phones while driving is banned, with exception of hands free systems.
• The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in death or injury of a person must immediately call the emergency number 112, and must not move the vehicle, alter or leave the scene of the accident.
• In the case of an accident that only caused damage to the vehicles, drivers must move the vehicles to the side of the road, signaling their presence, and report the accident to the police or exchange insurance information and fill out an amicable accident report.

Use of U.S. state issued drivers’ licenses (DL) is not sufficient to operate motor vehicles in Romania.  U.S. citizens arriving in Romania for stays up to 90 days may use their U.S. state drivers’ licenses only when accompanied by an International Driving Permit . Most rental car companies require international driving permits when renting a car to a U.S. driver’s license holder.

For current traffic regulations and speed limits in Romania please visit the website of the  Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

If entering Romania by vehicle you must purchase a road tax badge, “rovinieta”, at the border crossing point. Proof of insurance and a car registration document are required. Drivers of vehicles registered abroad who are not in possession of a valid international insurance document must buy short-term insurance at the border.

Public Transportation:   Public transportation in Romania is inexpensive and reliable. Inner city travel options include a variety of buses, trams, trolleybuses, and “maxitaxis” (private vans operating as shared taxis).

• You can purchase bus or tram tickets at street kiosks before boarding and validate the ticket once aboard.
• For “maxitaxis” you may buy a ticket directly from the driver.

For additional travel information

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") and Facebook .
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Romania was cited in the State Department’s 2022 Annual Report to Congress on International Child Abduction for demonstrating a pattern of non-compliance with respect to international parental child abduction. Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in  Romania . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA )  report.

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This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of the current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Romania set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Romanian Embassy in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Romania.

Passport validity requirements

Romania follows Schengen area rules . Your passport must have: 

• a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago
• an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements.  Renew your passport  if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

Carry your passport if you travel from Romania to other Schengen area countries. Border guards will check it if you cross land or river borders into Bulgaria or Hungary, both are in the Schengen area. 

There are no routine checks when travelling by air or sea within the Schengen area, but carry your passport in case you’re asked for it.  

Visa requirements  

You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area , which includes Romania, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This applies if you travel: 

• as a tourist
• to visit family or friends
• to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events
• for short-term studies or training

The requirements for working in Romania are different.

If you’re travelling to other Schengen countries as well, make sure your whole visit is within the 90-day limit. Visits to Schengen countries in the 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days. 

Make sure you get your passport stamped on entry and exit.  

If you’re a visitor, border guards will look at your entry and exit stamps to check you have not overstayed the 90-day visa-free limit for the Schengen area. 

If your passport is missing a stamp, show evidence of when and where you entered or left the Schengen area (for example, boarding passes or tickets) and ask the border guards to add the date and location in your passport.

You may also need to:

• show a return or onward ticket
• prove that you have enough money for your stay

Staying longer than 90 days in a 180-day period 

To stay longer, check which type of visa or work permit you need with the  Romanian Embassy in the UK . 

If you’re in Romania with a residence permit or long-stay visa, this does not count towards your 90-day visa-free limit. 

Read about  passport stamping if you live in Romania . 

Vaccine requirements

For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Romania guide .

Customs rules

There are strict rules about  goods you can take into or out of Romania  (in Romanian). You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

Taking food into Romania

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries . There are some exceptions such as powdered baby milk, baby food and special foods or pet feed required for medical reasons.

Taking money into Romania

Declare cash or travellers cheques if the value is 10,000 euros or more. You will get a certified declaration to show you brought it in with you. If you do not, your money could be seized when you leave. 

Leaving Romania with children aged 17 and under

To leave Romania with a child aged 17 and under who holds Romanian citizenship, you may need to show notarised parental consent if:

• you are not the child’s parent
• you are a parent but the other parent is not travelling with you

For more information, contact the Romanian Embassy in the UK .

For a list of the public notaries, see the  National Union of Public Notaries from Romania website.

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A Schengen visa is an authorisation issued by a Schengen Member State (MS), in the form of a sticker or stamp affixed to a valid state border crossing document, allowing a third-state national who is subject to this requirement, to present him/herself at a border crossing point of the Schengen area in order to apply for transit or temporary stay for a specified period in the Schengen area, subject to fulfilment of the conditions laid down in the acquis community on visas. the conditions of entry and of stay in Romania . Should these conditions not be met, the respective alien may be refused entry despite holding a valid issued visa. -->

As from March 31, 2024, in accordance with the Community Code on Visas (CCV) , Romania will issue visas for stays of no more than 90 days in any period of 180 days in the territory of the Member States or for transit through international transit areas at Member States' airports.

Starting from March 31, 2024, Romania will issue:

The length of stay

Short-stay (90 days throughout any 180 day period / no possible extension);

Long-stay (possible extension through a residence permit);

Purpose of journey:

The airport transit visa (marked A):

1. Uniform visa , which is valid for the entire territory of the Member States (MS); this visa may be issued for the following purposes: tourism, business, visit to relatives or friends, cultural, sport, official visit, medical reasons, study, other; [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

A uniform visa can have one, two or multiple entries. Uniform multiple-entry visas can be issued with the following validity periods:

2. Visa with limited territorial validity (VLTV) , valid in the territory of one or more but not all MS; Visas with limited territorial validity shall be issued exceptionally in the following cases: • when the Member State concerned considers it necessary on humanitarian grounds, for reasons of national interest or because of international obligations; • when for reasons deemed justified by the consulate, a new visa is issued for a stay during the same six-month period to an applicant who, over this six-month period, has already used a uniform visa or a visa with limited territorial validity allowing for a stay of three months.

A visa with limited territorial validity shall be valid for the territory of the issuing Member State. It may exceptionally be valid for the territory of more than one Member State , subject to the consent of each such Member State. If the applicant holds a travel document that is not recognised by one or more, but not all Member States, a visa valid for the territory of the Member States recognising the travel document shall be issued. If the issuing Member State does not recognise the applicant’s travel document, the visa issued shall only be valid for that Member State. Depending on the purpose of the trip, the general conditions for obtaining a VLTV visa are the same as for obtaining a uniform visa. here ]-->

3. Airport transit visa (type A) , valid for transit through international transit areas in one or more airports of the MS. A Schengen airport transit visa is a permit issued to persons who need to enter Schengen territory only to change their means of transport. A Schengen airport transit visa entitles foreign nationals who are required to hold such a visa to transit through the international transit area of airports, without entering the national territory of the state concerned, during a stopover or transfer of an international flight. However, this visa does not allow its holder to leave the international transit area of an airport, even if they have to wait overnight. Do I need a Schengen airport transit visa issued by Romania? click here.

Multiple-entry airport transit visas can be issued for a maximum validity period of six months. [for the required supporting documents, click here ] Schengen visa is a uniform visa / visa with limited territorial validity / airport transit visa. Therefore, from the date of full implementation of the Schengen acquis, Romania will no longer issue transit visas (type B). Third country nationals transiting through the territory of one or more MS shall be issued with uniform transit visas (Art. 5(2) of the CCV ).

The Schengen visa allows the holder to travel to and transit through any of the Schengen states, but does not automatically entitle the holder to enter the Schengen area. Border authorities may refuse entry if the visa holder does not provide proof of the purpose and specifics of the journey or if any of the other entry requirements is not fulfilled (see section "Entry conditions" ).

According to the provisions of the Schengen acquis, the validity of the uniform visa issued by the Romanian authorities or by another Schengen State may be extended by means of a visa sticker. Under the conditions set out in the Article 33 of Regulation (EC) No 810/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 establishing a Community Code on Visas. The national authority responsible for extending the validity of visas affixed to ordinary passports is the General Inspectorate for Immigration and its territorial units, and for those affixed to service or diplomatic passports is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The decision of the responsible Romanian authorities refusing to grant the visa may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of Administrative Litigation Law no. 554/2004 , as amended and supplemented. The cancellation/revocation of a visa may be appealed under the same conditions. The rules that apply to appeals against decisions on refusal/annulment/revocation of a visa are set out in art. 31, par. 5 and art. 33, par. 6 of the Government Emergency Ordinance no. 194/2002 regarding the regime of foreigners in Romania, as subsequently modified and amended.

The preliminary complaint procedure is mandatory and a formal complaint must be lodged within 30 days of receiving the refusal form. Subsequently, the appeal must be lodged within 6 months of receiving the formal notice of the response to the prior complaint or within 6 months of the expiry of the deadline for responding to the prior complaint, but no longer than 1 year of receiving the formal notice of the standard refusal form. The request to exercise the right to dispute the decision to refuse/annul/revoke a visa may be submitted by written, dated and signed request, delivered to the email address [email protected] or to the MFA Headquarters, 31 Alexandru Alley, Sector 1, Bucharest, zip code 011822.

The competent authorities to which the appeal may be lodged are the administrative divisions of the courts of appeal with territorial jurisdiction, whose contact details can be found at https://portal.just.ro/SitePages/instante.aspx.

The short-stay visa for tourism (marked C/TU) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania for tourism. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The short-stay visa for private visits (marked C/VV) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania for private visits, upon invitations on behalf of Romanian citizens, or of third-country nationals, holders of a valid Romanian residence permit. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The short-stay visa for business trips (marked C/A) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania for economic or commercial purposes; for contracts or negotiations; in view of installing, making operational or checking the use and functioning of goods acquired through commercial contracts and through contracts of industrial cooperation; for the training of staff in view of the aforementioned actions, as well as for third-country nationals who are or are bound to become associates or shareholders within companies from Romania. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The short-stay visa for transport (marked C/TR) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania, for short periods of time, in order to carry out professional activities related to cargo and passenger transportation. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The short-stay visa for sports (marked C/SP) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania, for a limited period of time, in order to partake in occasional sports events. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The short-stay visa for cultural, scientific and humanitarian activities, as well as short-term medical treatment or any other activities that do not breach Romanian laws (marked C/ZA) – this type of short-stay visa is issued to third-country nationals who wish to travel to Romania, provided that their presence on the territory of Romania is justified. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

4. National visa (long-stay visa type D)

The long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals, upon request, for periods of 90 days, with one or multiple entries. The right of residence granted through the D-type visa can be extended by applying for such an extension of the right of residence on the national territory. The extension of the right of residence is materialised through a residence permit issued by the Inspectorate General for Immigration from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania. The applications for the extension of the temporary right of residence must be personally submitted by applicants, at least 30 days before the expiry of the right of stay granted through the visa, at the territorial bureaus of the Inspectorate General for Immigration from the area of residence.

The Romanian long-stay visa is issued for the following purposes of the undertaken journey:

The long-stay visa for economic activities (marked D/AE) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who will carry out economic activities on the territory of Romania as organised and regulated through special legislation. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for professional activities (marked D/AP) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who are bound to exercise liberal professions on the territory of Romania as regulated through special legislation. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for commercial activities (marked D/AC) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who are or are bound to become shareholders or associates in management and administrative positions, within Romanian companies. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for employment (marked D/AM) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals in view of employment on the territory of Romania. This type of visa shall also be issued to sportsmen bound to play in clubs or teams from Romania on the grounds of an individual work contract or of a legal agreement as provided for by law. [for the required supporting documents, click here ] The long-stay visa for employment can also be issued to third-state nationals who travel to Romania for employment as seasonal workers. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for employment (marked D/AM) is granted to third-state nationals on the grounds of a work permit issued by the Inspectorate General for Immigration of the Romanian Ministry of Interior, in line with legal provisions, with the exception of the work permit issued to seconded workers.

The long-stay visa for employment (marked D/AM) is granted without submission of a copy of the work permit, to the following categories:

• a. to third-state nationals whose free access on the Romanian labour market is established through treaties concluded by Romania with other states;
• b. to third-state nationals who are bound to carry out didactic, scientific or other categories of specific activities in specialized institutions that are accredited or temporarily authorized in Romania, on the grounds of bilateral agreements and to especially qualified staff, on the grounds of the order of the minister of national education, as well as to third-state nationals who carry out artistic activities in cultural institutions from Romania, on the grounds of the order of the minister of culture;
• c. to third-state nationals who are bound to carry out, in Romania, activities required by ministries or other entities of the central public or local administration, or by autonomous administrative authorities;
• d. to third-state nationals who are appointed as heads of subsidiary offices, offices of representation or of branch offices of a company from the territory of Romania or with headquarters abroad, and whom, at the date of application, are not associates, shareholders or administrators within a Romanian company, and in the subsidiary office, office of representation or the branch office, there is no other third-state national who holds a right of stay for this purpose.
• e. citizens of the Republic of Moldova, of the Republic of Serbia and of Ukraine, employed in Romania with a full-time individual employment contract, for a maximum period of 9 months throughout a calendar year (according to the Gregorian calendar adopted by Romania, the “calendar year” has 365 days and is counted from January 1 st to December 31 st .)

The application for a D/AM-type visa can be lodged within 180 days from the date when the work permit is issued. The decision on a D/AM-type visa application is taken by the National Visa Center of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, within 20 days from the date when the visa application is lodged at a diplomatic mission or a consular post of Romania. For the above-mentioned categories of third-state nationals who benefit from the work permit exemption, the decision on a D/AM-type visa is taken in a term of up to 60 days from the date of submission of the application.

The long-stay visa for secondment (marked D/DT) – this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals in view of carrying out lucrative activities in Romania with a beneficiary of the provided services. The long-stay visa for secondment attests the third-state national’s right of work on the territory of Romania. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for secondment (marked D/DT) is granted without submission of a copy of the authorisation of secondment, to the following categories:

• a. to third-state nationals hired by legal persons located in one of the member states of the European Union, of the European Economic Area or in the Swiss Confederation, seconded in Romania, provided that they submit the residence permit issued by that state;
• b. to third-state nationals who are bound to carry out didactic, scientific or other categories of temporary specific activities in specialized institutions that are accredited or temporarily authorized in Romania, on the grounds of bilateral agreements and to especially qualified staff, on the grounds of the order of the minister of national education, as well as to third-state nationals who carry out artistic activities in cultural institutions from Romania, on the grounds of the order of the minister of culture;
• c. to third-state nationals who are bound to carry out, in Romania, temporary activities required by ministries or other entities of the central public or local administration, or by autonomous administrative authorities.

The long-stay visa for secondment (marked D/DT) is granted to third-state nationals on the grounds of the work permit for seconded workers, issued by the Inspectorate General for Immigration from the Romanian Ministry of Internal Affairs in accordance with legal provisions.

The application for a D/DT-type visa can be lodged within 60 days from the date when the work permit is issued. The decision on a D/DT-type visa application is taken by the National Visa Center from the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, within 10 days from the date when the visa application is lodged at a diplomatic mission or a consular post of Romania. For the categories of third-state nationals who benefit from the work permit exemption, the decision on a D/DT-type visa is taken by the Inspectorate General for Immigration from the Romanian Ministry of Internal Affairs, within up to 30 days from the date of receipt of the application, from the diplomatic mission or consular post of Romania where the respective application is lodged. In justified cases, when further scrutiny of the visa application is needed, the term specified above may be extended with 15 more days.

The long-stay visa for studies (marked D/SD) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who intend to travel to Romania either for pre-graduate, graduate and postgraduate studies - depending on the case, or in view of obtaining academic degrees within state or accredited private institutions, in accordance with the provisions of the legal framework. This type of visa is also granted to third-state nationals who apply for such a visa as students, trainees, pupils. This type of visa is also granted to third-state nationals accepted for studies based on international documents to which Romania is party. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for studies can be granted, upon request, to third-state nationals who wish to enter the territory of Romania as students, or to third-country nationals who partake in pupil-exchange programs

Categories of third-country nationals considered as students : third-state nationals accepted for full-time course of studies by a state or private higher education institution that is accredited or temporarily authorized according to law, including for participation in a license programme (Bachelor's degree), in a postgraduate programme (Master’s degree), in a PhD or postdoctoral studies programme.

“School pupil” means a third-country national admitted for a pupil exchange scheme or educational project, by a state or private, accredited or temporarily authorized secondary education establishment, and also the third-county national of Romanian origin, a Romanian state scholarship holder or exempted from school fees payment, enrolled at a state pre-university educational institution, with full-time course of study, high school level. Third-state nationals who partake in a pupil exchange scheme or in an educational project must be between 13 and 19 years of age.

“Trainee” means a third-country national who holds a degree of higher education or is pursuing a course of study that leads to a higher education degree and who is admitted for a training programme for the purpose of gaining knowledge, practice and experience in a professional environment.

The long-stay visa for family reunification (marked D/VF) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who intend to travel to Romania in view of regain the family unit. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The sponsor who holds a temporary residence permit valid for one year, an EU Blue Card,an ICT permit, a “mobile ICT” permit, a long-term residence permit of who benefits from the refugee status or from subsidiary protection, may request family reunification for:

N.B.: Third-state nationals who benefit from a right of stay for the deployment of a scientific research activities and third-state nationals who hold an EU Blue Card, an ICT permit or a “mobile ICT” permit, may request family reunification irrespective of the fact that the validity of their temporary residence permit is shorter than 1 year. “ICT” is an acronym used for “intra-corporate transferee”in accordance with the provisions of Directive 2014/66/EU.

• b. unmarried minor children of the sponsor or of the spouse, including adopted children;
• c. unmarried minor children of the sponsor, including adopted children, under the sponsor’s care and over whom the sponsor exercises their parental rights. If parental rights are exercised in common, the approval of the second parent is compulsory in order to achieve the family reunification requested by the sponsor.
• d. unmarried minor children of the spouse, including adopted children, under the spouse’s care and over whom the spouse exercises their parental rights. If parental rights are exercised in common, the approval of the second parent is compulsory in order to achieve the family reunification requested by the sponsor.

N.B.: The categories of third-country nationals indicated above, holders of a right of stay granted for the purpose of scientific research and third-country nationals who hold an EU Blue Card, may request family reunification even when the residence permit is valid less than one year.

Provided that legal conditions are met, the Inspectorate General for Immigration from the Romanian Ministry of Internal Affairs may also approve family reunification for the following categories:

• a. next-of-kin, in ascending line, of the sponsor or spouse, if such persons cannot provide for themselves and do not enjoy appropriate family support in their home country;
• b. unmarried adult children of the sponsor or of the spouse, if due to medical reasons, they are unable to provide for themselves;

Unaccompanied underage children who benefit from the refugee status or from subsidiary protection may request family reunification for:

• a. next-of-kin, in ascending line, or for their legal guardian; or
• b. when such persons do not exist or cannot be identified, for any other relative of the underage child.

The long-stay visa for family reunification (marked D/VF) is issued by the diplomatic missions or consular posts of Romania from the home country or from the country of residence of the family members.

The following categories of people may also request a Romanian long-stay visa for family reunification:

• a. third-country nationals married to Romanian citizens;
• b. unmarried third-country nationals who cohabit with unmarried Romanian citizens, provided they have at least one child together, hereinafter referred to as partners;
• i) are not yet 21 years of age;
• ii) continue their studies and have not surpassed 26 years of age;
• iii) although they are adults, they cannot care for themselves for medical reasons.
• d. next-of-kin in ascending line, of the Romanian citizen or of their spouse;
• e. the third-country national who is the parent of an underage Romanian citizen, provided that they can make proof of the fact that the underage citizen is in their care or prove the existence of an obligation of payment of a support pension, provided that this obligation is regularly fulfilled by the third-country citizen;
• f. third-country nationals, family members of Romanian citizens, who prove being registered with a right of residence as family members, in another member state.

The adoption must be settled through a decision of a competent Romanian authority, according to legal provisions, or through a decision of an authority from another state, that generates legal effects on the territory of Romania.

The long-stay visa for religious activities (marked D/AR) - this type of long-stay visa is granted to third-state nationals who intend to travel to Romania in order to carry out activities in the field of acknowledged faiths, upon request. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The D/AR-type of long-stay visa is granted to third-country nationals upon request, by the diplomatic missions and the consular posts of Romania accredited in the applicants’ country of residence or abode.

The long-stay visa for scientific research (marked D/CS) is granted to third-state nationals who intend to travel to Romania in order to carry out activities of scientific research, on the grounds of the endorsement of the Ministry of Research and Innovation and of the General Inspectorate for Immigration. [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

The long-stay visa for other purposes (marked D/AS) – this type of long-stay visa is granted to the following categories of third-state nationals, upon request, by the diplomatic missions and consular posts of Romania accredited in the applicants’ country of residence or abode: [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

• i. they are designated as administrators;
• ii. when they apply for the visa, they are not associates or shareholders in the respective company, or in another Romanian company and they did not exercise such functions throughout the last 2 years;
• iii. no other third-country national has previously obtained a right of stay for this purpose, within the company concerned;
• iv. the respective company has registered a budgetary contribution or a transfer of technology in amount of at least EUR 50,000.
• i. they concluded a training contract for unpaid participation in a type of training with an accredited professional training provider, or within a public or private company, authorized to carry out such activities, in accordance with legal provisions;
• ii. they hold means of support in the amount of at least one monthly average gross wage, for the entire period specified in the visa;
• iii. underage third-country nationals must have the approval of the parents or of their legal guardians, as regards their stay on the territory of Romania for this purpose.
• i. they concluded a volunteering agreement with a host entity, which shall specify the activity to be performed, the supervision conditions in fulfilling their tasks, the volunteering hours, as well as, should the case be, the professional training in which the alien takes part, necessary for the fulfilment of the volunteer service;
• ii. the host entity ensures the accommodation, the means of support and the medical insurance for the entire period of validity of the visa, the expenses and/or pocket money, as well as any potential costs related to return measures;
• iii. they are 14 years of age and over;
• iv. underage third-country nationals must have the approval of the parents or of their legal guardians, as regards their stay on the territory of Romania for this purpose.
• v. provide evidence that the host entity has concluded a third-party insurance policy, except for volunteers who participate in the European Voluntary Service.
• to third-country nationals who undergo long-term medical treatment within public or private medical institutions, provided that they submit a letter of acceptance from the respective institutions, specifying the diagnosis and the duration of the treatment. This type of visa may also be granted to a potential companion who assists the third-country national, should they not be able to take care of oneself, if this aspect is expressly mentioned in the letter of acceptance;
• to third-country nationals who carry out activities that do not breach the Romanian legislation in force, if they justify their presence on the territory of Romania;
• third-state nationals who undergo professional sports activities within a sports club registered in Romania must submit the official contract in keeping with the provisions of Order of the minister of youth and sports nº631/2017 regarding the approval of the template for the framework contract for sports activities.
• i.have means of subsistence from their activity amounting to at least three times the average gross monthly salary in Romania for each of the last six months preceding the date of submission of the visa application and for the entire period covered by the visa;
• ii.carry out activities from which they earn income, remotely, using information and communication technology.

The diplomatic and service visa (marked DS) – this type of long-stay visa allows third-state nationals to enter the territory of Romania, usually for a long-term stay, provided that they hold diplomatic or service passports and that they are bound to exercise an official function as members of the staff of foreign diplomatic missions and consular posts accredited in Romania. [for the required supporting documents, [for the required supporting documents, click here ]

This type of visa is granted to holders of diplomatic or service passports, or to holders of travel documents that are assimilated to the latter, upon request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the sending state, or from a diplomatic mission or consular post of the latter, as well as to their family members with whom they cohabit. The DS-type visa is valid for the entire period of the holders’ mission, or in accordance with bilateral understandings to which Romania is party.

For detailed information about other programs financed by the European Union, please visit www.fonduri-ue.ro

This material does not represent the official position of the European Union or the Romanian Government

Romania Tourist Visa Essentials: Documents, Application & Fees

Last Update: 14-08-2024

Aditya Jain

Quick Summary

Do I Need a Visa to Travel to Romania?

Yes, as an Indian citizen, you will need a short-stay visa for tourism purposes (marked C/TU) to travel to Romania. This type of visa is issued to Indian  nationals who wish to visit Romania for tourism.

Table of Contents

Introduction, required documents for romania tourist visa, how to apply for a romania tourist visa, romania tourist visa application centres, romania tourist visa fees, processing time for romania tourist visa, common reasons for romania tourist visa denial.

Planning a trip to Romania? As an Indian citizen, you'll need a tourist visa to explore this beautiful country.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the essentials of applying for a Romania tourist visa, including the required documents, application process, fees, processing time, and common reasons for visa denial.

Whether you're visiting the stunning castles of Transylvania or exploring the vibrant streets of Bucharest, this guide will help you prepare for your Romanian adventure.

To apply for a Romanian short-stay tourism visa (C/TU), Indian citizens need to provide the following documents:

• Passport : Must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended period of stay.
• ID Card Copy : A copy of your identification card.
• Photographs : Two recent colour photos (3 cm x 4 cm) on a white background.
• Application Form : Completed application form.
• Invitation or Visa/Residence Permit : Either an invitation approved by the Inspectorate General for Immigration (IGI) – Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania, or a valid visa/residence permit issued by a country whose citizens do not require a visa to enter Romania (e.g., US, Canada, Australia, UK, Japan).
• Employment Certification : A letter of certification of employment.
• Flight Ticket : Booking of a two-way flight ticket to Romania.
• Medical Insurance : Valid medical insurance in Romania, covering the entire period of stay plus one additional day, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR (original and copy).
• Proof of Financial Means : Evidence of financial means amounting to EUR 50 per day for the entire period of stay, but not less than EUR 500 or its equivalent in convertible currency.
• Accommodation Proof : Proof of accommodation, such as a voucher for paid accommodation at a tourism unit.

Romania Tourist Visa Requirements for Indian Applicants Under 18 Years Old

For Indian visa applicants under 18 years old at the time of entry into Romania, the following documents must be submitted:

Birth Certificate :

• Apostilled by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
• Original and photocopy

Notarized Affidavit :

• Apostilled by the MEA
• From both parents, granting permission to travel to Romania

Notarized Power of Attorney (if travelling with another adult):

• From both parents, authorising travel with another adult

Ensure all documents are prepared and submitted according to the requirements of the Romanian consulate or embassy.

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

• ID Card Copy
• Photographs
• Invitation or Visa/Residence Permit
• Employment Certification
• Flight Ticket
• Medical Insurance
• Proof of Financial Means
• Accommodation Proof

Step 2: Online Application

To complete an online visa application, ensure that you:

• Valid Email Address : Have a valid email address for communication and notifications.
• Computer Specifications : Use a computer that meets specific technical requirements.
• Document Upload Capability : Ensure you can upload the required supporting documents.
• Software Access : Have access to Acrobat Reader or similar software to open and save .pdf files.
• Visit the E-Visa Portal : Go to eVisa portal and complete the application form.
• Follow Instructions : Fill out all required fields carefully. Do not use the browser's forward and back buttons; use the buttons in the electronic form to navigate.
• Individual Submission : Each traveler must submit an individual visa application, even if travelling together. This includes minors included in their parents' passports.
• Save Progress : You can save a partially completed application for up to 30 days and continue later.
• Upload Documents : Ensure all supporting documents are uploaded in the specified format and within the size limit.

It is recommended that supporting documents be translated into Romanian or English by an authorized translator. All documents must be legible. Each document should not exceed 2 Megabytes (2 MB), and only Latin characters are accepted in file names. Acceptable file formats include jpeg, jpg, tif, png, bmp, txt, rtf, and pdf

Step 3: Submit Your Application

• Schedule an Appointment : Once your application is completed, schedule an appointment for submission.
• Visit the Consulate : Submit your application in person at the Romanian consulate or embassy. Bring original documents and copies.

Consular Services for Indians : Services are provided by email appointment only. Email requests to [email protected] should include:

• Complete name of the applicant
• Address, including temporary address if applicable
• Date and place of birth
• Personal identification number
• A concise description of the situation and the required consular service
• Proposal for two alternative appointment dates and times

Working Hours for Visa Application Submission :

• Submission: Monday - Friday, 09:30 - 16:30
• Passport pick-up: Monday - Friday, 13:00 - 13:30

Step 4: Track Your Application

• Notification : Once your application is processed, you will receive a notification via email.
• Collect Your Visa : Follow the instructions in the notification to collect your visa.

Contact Information

• Call-centre phone (consular information for Romanian citizens) : +91 11 24111015
• General inquiries : +91 11 24111024
• Email : [email protected]

By following these steps and tips, you can ensure a smooth application process for your Romanian tourist visa.

Embassy of Romania in New Delhi

Address : 3/6 Shanti Niketan, 110021, New Delhi, India.

Phone : +91 11 24111014, +91 11 24111016, +91 11 24111017

Email : [email protected]  

Honorary Consulate of Romania in Chennai

Address : Apeejay Centre, 39/12, Haddows Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai-600006, Tamil Nadu, India.

Phone : +91-044 28552277

Email : [email protected]

Honorary Consulate of Romania in Mumbai

Address : Gala Impecca, 6th Floor, (next to Courtyard Marriott), Andheri Kurla Road, Mumbai 400059, India.

Phone : +91 22-67733600

Email : [email protected]  

Honorary Consulate of Romania in Kolkata

Address : Circular Court, 6th Floor, 8 AJC Bose Road, Kolkata 700017, West Bengal, India.

Phone : +91 3335441081/2

Email : [email protected]  

Honorary Consulate of Romania in Bengaluru

Address : Calcium House, 4th Floor, 882, 6th Main, 6th House, Koramangla, Bangalore 560034, India.

Phone : +91 96633 98213

Email : [email protected]  

When applying for a Romania tourist visa (short-stay visa marked C/TU), Indian citizens are required to pay a visa fee. The fee structure for the Romanian tourist visa is as follows:

• Fee : 80 EUR
• Fee : 40 EUR

The visa processing fees are charged in advance and can be paid in EUR, USD, or the local currency of the applicant's country of residence. The fees are based on the average exchange rate to the EUR. In countries with a free currency market, fees are typically charged in EUR or USD.

For specific inquiries about visa fees, you can contact the Romanian consulate or the visa application centre handling your application.

Romanian Consulate in New Delhi :

• Call-centre (consular information for Romanian citizens) : +91 11 24111015
• Email : [email protected]  

By following these guidelines, you can ensure that you have the correct information and payment ready for your Romania tourist visa application.

The Romania tourist visa processing time generally varies depending on several factors, including the applicant's nationality and the time of year. Here are the key points to consider:

Standard Processing Time : Typically, the processing time for a Romania tourist visa (Type C) is between 15 to 30 working days from the date of submission. During peak travel seasons, such as holidays and summer months, processing times may be longer due to higher volumes of applications.

Please consider that your visa application will not be accepted earlier than 90 days before your travel date. It is recommended to apply one month before your intended travel date for a short-stay visa. This ensures sufficient time for processing and helps avoid any last-minute issues.

Applying for a Romania tourist visa can sometimes result in denial. Here are some common reasons why a Romania tourist visa application might be rejected:

• Incomplete Application : Missing or incomplete information in the visa application form can lead to denial. Ensure that all fields are correctly filled out and all required documents are submitted.
• Insufficient Financial Means : Applicants must demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to cover their stay in Romania. Failure to provide adequate proof of financial means can result in denial. Recommended funds for Romania tourist visa for Indians is Euro 50 per day per applicant. Ensuring you have sufficient funds is crucial for a successful Romania visa for Indians application.
• Inadequate Travel Insurance : Travel insurance is mandatory and must cover medical expenses and repatriation with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR. Failure to provide valid travel insurance can result in denial.
• Previous Visa Violations : If the applicant has previously violated visa regulations in Romania or other Schengen countries, this can be a reason for denial.
• Unclear Purpose of Travel : The purpose of the visit must be clearly stated and supported by documentation. Vague or insufficient explanations regarding the purpose of travel can lead to denial.
• Lack of Strong Ties to Home Country : Applicants must demonstrate strong ties to their home country, such as employment, family, or property, to prove they will return after their visit. Failure to establish these ties can result in denial.
• Previous Overstay : If the applicant has previously overstayed a visa in Romania or any other Schengen country, this can be a cause for denial.

Additional Resources

Romania Tourist Visa Application Form

Romania Work Visa

Russia Visa Check

Russia Business Visa

Exploring Romania is an exciting experience, but it requires careful planning, especially when it comes to obtaining a tourist visa.

By ensuring you have all the necessary documents, applying in advance, and understanding the visa process, you can make your trip to Romania smooth and hassle-free. Remember to check the latest Romania tourist visa requirements and guidelines from the Romanian consulate or embassy in your area before applying. 

With proper preparation, you'll be ready to enjoy all that Romania has to offer, from its rich history and stunning landscapes to its warm hospitality and vibrant culture.

You need to show sufficient funds to cover your stay in Romania, usually around EUR 50 per day. Having a stable bank balance and regular transactions can help support your application.

To apply for a Romania tourist visa, you need to fill out the application form, gather the required documents (such as passport, photos, travel itinerary, etc.), and submit them to the Romanian consulate or embassy in your country. 

The Romania tourist visa processing time is typically between 10 to 15 working days. However, during peak travel seasons, it may take longer, so it's best to apply well in advance of your planned trip.

Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for a Romania tourist visa. It should cover medical expenses and repatriation with a minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR. Having travel insurance can also provide you with peace of mind during your trip.

Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in Romania. It's a good idea to renew your passport if it's close to expiration before your trip.

You can check the status of your Romania tourist visa application by contacting the Romanian consulate or embassy where you submitted your application. You will also receive regular updates via SMS and Email about your Romania visa status.

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Local emergency contacts

Fire and rescue services, medical emergencies.

Call 112 or go to the hospital.

Call 112 or go to the local police station.

Advice levels

• The Russian invasion of Ukraine is ongoing. The security situation continues to be volatile. Do not travel from Romania to Ukraine. 
• Pickpocketing and bag-snatching occur. Thefts from hotel rooms are common. Assault and theft happen on intercity trains. Keep your personal belongings close. Lock hotel and train compartment doors from the inside.
• Drink spiking is an issue, especially in Bucharest's Old Town. Don't accept food, drinks, gum or cigarettes from people you've just met.
• Thieves posing as police officers may ask to see your ID and wallet. Romanian police won't stop you at random to do this. If you suspect someone is posing as a police officer, ask to see their identification.
• Financial, dating and marriage scams occur. Only use ATMs in banks, shops and shopping centres, especially at night. Always keep your credit card in sight. Be wary of people you've met online.

Full travel advice:  Safety

• Rabies occurs in wild and domestic animals. If an animal scratches or bites you, get medical treatment immediately.
• West Nile virus can occur. Make sure your accommodation is insect-proof. Use insect repellent.
• Measles has occurred in recent years. Ensure your vaccinations are up to date before you travel.
• Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases are common. Drink boiled or bottled water. Avoid ice cubes and raw or undercooked food. 
• Medical facilities and supplies are limited. You'll need to be evacuated if you become seriously ill or injured. Make sure your insurance covers this.

Full travel advice:  Health

• Penalties for drug offences are severe. They can include jail sentences of up to 20 years.
• By law, you must always carry a photo ID. Keep your passport in a safe place. Carry a photocopy.
• Taking photos of airports, military sites, or other secure locations is illegal.
• It's illegal to engage in sex work or have sexual relations with a person under 18. 
• Same-sex relationships are legal in Romania but not widely accepted. 

Full travel advice:  Local laws

• You don't need a visa if you're a tourist staying for less than 90 days or transiting through Romania. For other types of travel, you'll need a visa.
• Romania partially joined the Schengen area on 31 March. Border checks will cease between Romania and other Schengen countries for air or sea travel. Checks continue to be undertaken at land borders between Romania and other Schengen countries. 

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Contact an  Embassy or Consulate of Romania  for details about visas, customs and quarantine rules.

Full travel advice:  Travel

Local contacts

• The  Consular Services Charter  tells you what the Australian Government can and can't do to help when you're overseas.
• The Australian Consulate in Bucharest provides limited consular and passport assistance.
• You can get full consular help from the  Australian Embassy in Athens .
• Follow the embassy's social media accounts to stay up to date with local information.

Full travel advice:  Local contacts

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Border with ukraine.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is ongoing. Heavy fighting is occurring in parts of eastern and southern Ukraine. Missile strikes and attacks are ongoing in some locations across the country, including in major cities. There have also been attacks on Ukraine's Danube ports along the border with Romania. The security situation continues to be volatile. Do not travel from Romania to Ukraine. There's a risk to life.

If you have arrived in Romania from Ukraine and are in need of assistance, contact the Consular Emergency Centre on 1300 555 135 in Australia or +61 2 6261 3305 outside Australia.

Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can happen, usually:

• near hotels
• on public transport, especially to and from the airport
• in train stations
• in airport terminals

Organised groups of thieves target travellers. These groups may include children.

Thefts from hotel rooms are common.

Thefts and  assaults  take place on intercity trains.

Drink spiking is an issue, especially in Centrul Vechi (the old town in Bucharest).

To protect yourself from crime:

• keep your personal belongings close, particularly near hotels and on public transport
• avoid walking in quiet and poorly lit streets, especially at night
• lock hotel and train compartment doors from the inside
• don't leave luggage unattended in your train compartment
• don't accept food, drinks, gum or cigarettes from people you've just met
• don't leave food or drinks unattended

More information:

• Avoiding danger
• Partying safely

Sometimes thieves pretend to be police officers and ask for ID and wallets.

Romanian police won't stop you at random to ask for your ID or wallet. However, they may conduct checks if you don't comply with local laws.

If you suspect someone is posing as a police officer:

• ask to see their identification
• don't hand over your personal belongings
• offer to go to the nearest police station with them to check their identity

Financial  scams , including credit card and ATM fraud, are common.

Internet fraud, including dating and marriage scams, also occur in Romania.

To reduce your risk of card theft and scams:

• only use ATMs in banks, shops and shopping centres, especially at night
• always keep your credit card in sight
• be alert to internet scams and other fraud
• be cautious if someone asks for your bank account details
• be wary of connections you make through internet dating schemes or chat rooms

Cyber security 

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you're connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth. 

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media. 

More information:   

• Cyber security when travelling overseas  

Civil unrest and political tension

Protests occur in Bucharest and other major cities.

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people can turn violent.

They may also disrupt services, traffic and public transport.

To stay safe:

• avoid demonstrations
• follow the advice of local authorities
• monitor local media
• Demonstrations and civil unrest

While there have been no recent terrorist attacks in Romania, they can still happen.

In recent years, terrorists have attacked several European cities.

European security services have also disrupted several planned attacks.

To protect yourself:

• be alert to possible threats
• report anything suspicious to the police
• monitor the media for possible threats
• take official warnings seriously

If there's an attack, leave the area as soon as it's safe. Avoid the affected area in case of secondary attacks.

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

Tours and adventure travel

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes operators of adventure activities.

If you plan to do an  adventure activity :

• check if your travel insurance policy covers it
• ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
• always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Climate and natural disasters

Serious  earthquakes  are rare, but Romania is in a seismically active region and earth tremors are common.

Wildfires are becoming more frequent in the summer months. Torrential rain and flash flooding can happen throughout the year.

If there's a  natural disaster  or  severe weather :

• secure your passport in a safe, waterproof place
• keep in contact with your friends and family
• closely monitor the media and other local sources of information

Register with the  Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System  to receive alerts on major disasters.

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  before you leave. 

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won't pay for these costs.

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.

• what activities and care your policy covers
• that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need.

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of another Australian, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Medications

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Romania. Take enough legal medication for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medication is
• your required dosage
• that it's for personal use

Health risks

Rabies  occurs in wild and domestic animals.

Ask your travel doctor about getting the rabies vaccine before you travel.

Get medical treatment immediately if an animal scratches or bites you.

• Infectious diseases

Tick-borne encephalitis

Tick-borne encephalitis  is a risk, especially if you travel through forests and rural areas.

Ticks are active in spring from March to June and autumn from September to December.

West Nile virus

West Nile virus (WNV)  is a disease spread by mosquitoes. There's no vaccine to prevent it.

The Romanian Health Ministry has confirmed cases of West Nile virus in:

To protect yourself from disease:

• make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
• use insect repellent
• wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing

An outbreak of  measles  has spread across Romania in recent years.

Make sure your vaccinations are up to date before you travel.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases are common. These include:

• tuberculosis

Serious outbreaks sometimes occur.

To reduce your risk of illness:

• drink boiled or bottled water with intact seals
• avoid ice cubes
• avoid raw and undercooked food

Get medical advice if you have a fever or diarrhoea.

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Medical facilities in Romania are below Australian standards.

Some medical supplies are limited, particularly outside major cities.

Treatment can be expensive, and doctors often require payment up-front.

Ambulance services are unreliable in some areas outside larger cities. Psychological and psychiatric services are limited outside major cities.

Romania has 3 decompression chambers. All are in the port city of Constanta on the Black Sea coast.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you'll need to be evacuated to a place with better facilities. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Penalties for drug offences are severe. They can include prison sentences of up to 20 years.

• Carrying or using drugs

Always carry a photo ID.

Keep your passport in a safe place and carry a photocopy.

In Romania, it's illegal to:

• take photos of airports, military sites or other secure locations
• engage in sex work or pay for sexual services
• have sexual relations with a person under 18

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

• Staying within the law and respecting customs

Local customs

Same-sex relationships are legal. However, they're not widely accepted in Romanian society.

Avoid public displays of affection.

• Advice for LGBTI travellers

Dual citizenship

Dual nationals are legally recognised in Romania.

• Dual nationals

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

You don't need a visa to enter as a tourist for up to 90 days. You'll need a visa for other types of travel.

Romania partially joined the  Schengen area  on 31 March. Border checks will cease between Romania and other Schengen countries for air or sea travel. 

Checks continue at land borders between Romania and other Schengen countries. 

If you're travelling without a visa, ensure your entire visit to the Schengen area, including your stay in Romania, is within the 90-day limit. This applies to all arrivals (air, land and sea).

• Visas and entry requirements in Europe and the Schengen Area

Other formalities

Travel with children.

Special entry rules apply to children aged under 18 years, including Australian-Romanian dual nationals.

The child must be accompanied by an adult and have their own passport.

If you're a parent or guardian  travelling alone with a child , you must carry a legal permission document signed by the non-travelling parent.

If this isn't possible, you'll need:

• a death certificate of a parent registered on the child's birth certificate
• a court order granting sole custody to the travelling (or authorising) parent

The documents must be translated into Romanian.

• Advice for people travelling with children
• Embassy or consulate of Romania

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting  a new passport .

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

• In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service
• If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate

Passport with 'X' gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can't guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers. 

• LGBTI travellers  

The local currency is the Romanian Leu (RON).

Romania is a member of the European Union (EU).

Declare cash over 10,000 euros or equivalent if you're travelling between Romania and non-EU countries. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

If you don't declare or give incorrect information, you'll need to pay a fine.

You don't need to declare cash if you're travelling to or from another EU country.

Romania is largely a cash economy. However, credit card and debit card use is increasing.

It's illegal to change money on the streets. Exchange money at banks, large hotels or exchange bureaus.

Local travel

Accessibility.

If you have a  disability , you may encounter limited accessibility in some parts of Romania.

Public transport and building accessibility is better:

• in Bucharest and other large cities
• at international airports and large hotels

Driving permit

To drive in Romania, you'll need both:

• your current Australian driver's licence
• an International Driving Permit (IDP)

Driving without an IDP could void your travel and vehicle insurance.

If you stay longer than 185 days, you can apply for a Romanian driver's licence. Do this through the General Directorate for Driving Licences and Car Registration.

• DRPCIV (Romanian)
• Driving or riding

Road travel

Romania has the highest rate of road fatalities of all EU countries. Take care on the road.

Major city streets and inter-city highways are generally in good condition.

Most other roads are poorly maintained, badly lit and narrow.

Additional driving hazards include:

• poor driving standards
• wet and icy roads during winter
• stray dogs, wandering livestock and horse-drawn carts on the roads

If you need emergency roadside help, call 9271.

Learn Romanian traffic laws before you drive. Be aware that:

• the minimum age for driving is 18 years
• children aged under 12 years can't sit in the front seat of a vehicle
• driving with a blood alcohol reading above 0% is illegal
• use of mobile phones while driving is banned. Only hands-free is permitted
• wearing a seatbelt is mandatory

If you drink and drive, you may:

• lose your licence
• receive a prison sentence of up to 5 years

If you're involved in an accident, you must take a breathalyser test. Refusing to take this test is a crime.

Police strictly enforce traffic laws. They conduct frequent checks, including radar speed checks. You may lose your licence and have to pay a fine if caught.

You need a road toll sticker (Rovinieta) to use national roads. Buy one online or from petrol stations or border points. Driving without a sticker may lead to a fine.

Weather conditions

Road travel can be dangerous when roads are wet or covered with ice and snow.

Winter tyres are mandatory on snow-covered roads. Roads become snow-covered most often from November to March.

In extreme weather conditions:

• use tyre chains when driving
• check weather alerts on  meteoalarm

Vehicle insurance

Ask your travel insurer whether your policy covers you if you plan to hire a car or other vehicle.

Also, ask if any restrictions apply. Your cover may only be valid if you're licensed for that vehicle type in Australia.

Motorcycles

Ask your travel insurer whether your policy covers you when using a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.

Always wear a helmet.

Authorised taxis are generally safe and reliable.

At airports, you can find them in ranks outside the arrivals terminal.

These vehicles:

• display taxi registration, licensing and tariff information
• have an airport sign on both sides of the vehicle

To avoid overcharging and other problems:

• only use authorised taxis
• avoid taxi service offers from touts at airports, train stations and other public places

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check  Romania's air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

English-speaking operators are available.

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the  Consular Services Charter  for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

Australia has a consulate in Bucharest, headed by an Honorary Consul.

The consulate provides limited consular services and doesn't issue passports.

Australian Consulate, Bucharest

Honorary Consul The Group 3 Praga St, District 1 Bucharest 011801 Romania Phone: (+4 037) 406 0845 or (+4 021) 206 2200  Fax: (+4 031) 107 1378 Email:  [email protected]

You can get full consular help from the Australian Embassy in Athens.

Australian Embassy, Athens

5 Hatziyianni Mexi Street, Level 2 Athens 115 28, Greece Phone: +30 210 870 4000 Fax: +30 210 870 4111 Website:  greece.embassy.gov.au Facebook:  Australia in Greece

Check the Embassy website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 in Australia

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