Romania

1. Short-Stay Visas (Type C)

Tourist Visa

• Validity: Up to 90 days in a 180-day period
• Key Requirements:
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation from Romanian resident)
  • Travel insurance (€30,000 coverage)
  • €50/day proof of funds
  • Return flight reservation

Business Visa

• For meetings, conferences, or contract negotiations
• Additional Documents:
  • Invitation from Romanian company (with CUI registration number)
  • Cover letter from employer
  • Proof of business ties between companies

Transit Visa

• Types:
  • Airport Transit (B) – max 24 hours
  • Land Transit (C) – max 5 days
• Requires visa for final destination

2. Long-Stay Visas (Type D)

Work Visas

1. Employed Work Visa
   • Requires work permit (obtained by employer)
   • Minimum salary thresholds (varies by sector):
     • IT: €3,300 gross/month
     • Construction: €1,750 gross/month

2. EU Blue Card
   • For highly-skilled professionals
   • 2024 salary threshold: €2,284 gross/month
3. Seasonal Work Visa
   • Agriculture/tourism sectors
   • Max 6 months/year
   • 2024 quota: 20,000 permits

Study Visa

• Requirements:
  • Acceptance letter from an accredited Romanian institution
  • Proof of tuition payment
  • €500/month financial means
  • Medical insurance
• Work Rights:20h/week during studies

Family Reunification Visa

• For:Spouses/minor children of Romanian residents
• Requirements:
  • Marriage/birth certificates (apostilled)
  • Sponsor’s minimum income: €1,000/month + €200/dependent

3. Business & Investment Visas

Investor Visa

• Options:
  • €250,000 capital investment
  • €1M govt bonds purchase
  • Creating 50+ jobs
• Leads to permanent residence

Startup Visa

• For innovative entrepreneurs
• Requirements:
  • €50,000 business capital
  • Approval from the Romanian Ministry of Economy

4. Digital Nomad Visa

• Validity:1 year (renewable)
• Requirements:
  • €3,700/month remote income
  • 6+ months employment contract
  • Health insurance covering Romania

5. Special Categories

Retirement Visa

• For pensioners with stable income
• Requirements:
  • €1,500/month pension
  • €20,000 in savings
  • Romanian health insurance

Cultural/Sports Visa

• For artists/athletes with event invitations
• Requires sponsorship from a Romanian organization

Visa Processing

• Standard Time:
  • Short-stay: 10-15 days
  • Long-stay: 30-45 days
• Fees:
  • Schengen: €80
  • National: €120
  • Express processing (+€100)

2024 Updates

1. New IT specialist fast-track program
2. Increased minimum salary for Blue Card
3. Digital nomad visas introduced
4. Stricter document verification for family visas

Key Requirements for All Visas

• Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay)
• Completed application form
• Recent passport photos
• Clean criminal record
• Proof of accommodation