Visa Types
Romania Visa Process Simplified
Find out what documents you need to travel, visit family And friends, do business, or transit through Romania.
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What Is Schengen Visa?
The Schengen Visa is a type of visa that allows travelers to visit and travel within the Schengen Area, which is a group of 29 European countries that have abolished passport and other types of border control at their mutual borders. This means that a person with a Schengen Visa can move freely between these countries without having to go through immigration checks at the border. To obtain a Schengen Visa, applicants need to apply at the embassy or consulate of the country they intend to visit or spend most of their time in. The visa allows for a stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period and can be used for tourism, business, or other purposes. However, the visa does not grant the holder the right to work or study in the Schengen Area.
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Here Are The Schengen Area Countries As Of March 2024:
Schengen Area signifies a zone where 29 European countries abolished their internal borders(countries of Schengen agreement). Here is the list of the countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia , Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. These countries apply common policies in terms of short-term visas.
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Visa Exemption for Romania
To verify if travelers holding regular passports from specific countries can enter Romania without a visa, please click here for more details.
Details regarding rules for people with diplomatic, service/official, and special passports, please click here.
Furthermore, some groups of people from certain other countries don’t need a Romanian short-stay visa. This includes those who have biometric passports from:
- The Republic of Moldova
- The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia
- The Republic of Serbia, excluding passports issued by the Serbian Coordination Division
- The Republic of Montenegro (please note that non-biometric passports from this country are no longer accepted)
- Georgia
- Ukraine
Key Points for Romania Visitor Visa >>>
Do you need a visa to travel to Romania?
To visit Romania, Indians will need a Schengen visa.
Romania visa application is made online or offline?
This visa application must be submitted online through the website of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Do I need to give biometrics?
Yes, biometrics are required to obtain a visa.
Is there an interview required to obtain a visa?
In most cases, you will be required to attend a visa interview.
What is the maximum length of stay permitted on a visit visa?
On a visitor visa, you can stay for up to 90 days.
What kind of visa will we acquire from Romania?
It will be a physical sticker visa, which will be affixed to a page in your passport.
Current Visa fees: (Updated on 16-10-2023)
| Airport transit (marked A) | EUR 80 |
| Transit (marked B) | EUR 80 |
| Short stay (marked C) | EUR 80 |
| A, B and C visas for children from the age of six years and below the age of 12 years | EUR 40 |
| Long stay (marked D) | EUR 120 |
Visa fees are paid in advance, and you can use either EUR, US Dollars, or your local currency at the exchange rate to EUR. In places with a free currency market, EUR or US Dollars are commonly accepted for fees.
Step-by-step guide
Let us walk you through the process
The first step is to visit the E-Visa portal, where you can access comprehensive information regarding the visa requirements, application procedures, and any other relevant details about obtaining a visa for Romania. This information can help you understand the process and requirements before beginning your application.
On the E-Visa portal, you can input your specific details, such as your citizenship and travel information. By providing this information, the portal will help you determine whether you require a visa to enter Romania based on your particular situation. It will guide you on whether you need to proceed with the visa application process.
If you need a visa, you can initiate the application process online. You will be required to provide your email address and other necessary personal information as part of the application. Additionally, you will need to upload the required supporting documents for your visa application. These documents might include your passport, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and other relevant documentation.
After completing the online application and uploading the necessary documents, you will need to submit your visa application to your chosen diplomatic mission or consular office for further validation. This step ensures that your application and documents are reviewed and verified by the relevant authorities.
Once your application is ready for submission, you will need to schedule an appointment at the Romanian embassy or consular office to personally submit your visa application. The appointment can be made at a convenient time for you, based on the available time slots provided by the embassy or consular office.
On the scheduled date and time, you must personally submit your complete visa application, including all the necessary supporting documents, to the chosen diplomatic mission or consular office. During the submission, you will be required to sign the application form and pay the required visa processing fee.
After the submission, you can regularly check the status of your visa application via email or by accessing your account on the E-Visa portal. The embassy or consular office will inform you of the resolution of your application. If your visa application is approved, you can collect your passport from the embassy or consular office, which will contain the issued visa.
DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
Here is a complete list of documents you’ll need when applying for a Short Term Visa to visit Romania for various purposes, such as holidays, visiting friends/family, attending a wedding, and more.
- Passport Validity: Passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended period of stay: This is necessary to ensure that your passport remains valid for the entire duration of your visit to Romania.
- Personal Identification: Copy of ID card: This is needed as a form of identification to verify your personal details.
- Passport Photos: Two recent color photos (3 cm x 4 cm) with a white background: The photos are necessary for identification purposes and are required to be of specific dimensions and background to comply with visa application standards.
- Application Form: Completed application form available on the http://evisa.mae.ro/home portal: This form contains essential information about your trip, personal details, and the purpose of your visit.
- Invitation or Visa/Residence Permit: 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): This is necessary to confirm the purpose and legitimacy of your visit.
- Employment Verification: Letter of certification of employment: This document serves as proof of your employment status and can help to establish your ties to your home country.
- Flight Booking: Booked round-trip flight ticket to Romania: Providing evidence of a booked round-trip flight demonstrates your intention to return to your home country after your visit to Romania.
- Medical Insurance: Medical insurance valid in Romania, with coverage extending at least one day beyond the intended period of stay and a value of no less than 30,000 EUR (both original and copy): This is crucial to ensure that you are covered for any medical emergencies during your stay.
- Financial Proof: Proof of financial means amounting to EUR 50 per day for the entire stay, but not less than EUR 500 or its equivalent in convertible currency: This shows that you have sufficient funds to support yourself financially during your visit.
- Accommodation Confirmation: Proof of accommodation, such as a voucher for paid accommodation at a tourist facility: This is to confirm that you have made arrangements for your stay in Romania.
- Visa Fee: Visa fee equivalent to 80 EUR in INR: This fee is required to process your visa application.
For visa applicants who are minors or under 18 upon arrival in Romania, the following documents are necessary:
- Original and photocopy of the birth certificate, endorsed by MEA (for India) or certified by MEA and the Romanian diplomatic mission in New Delhi (for Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal).
- Original and photocopy of a notarized affidavit from both parents, endorsed by MEA (for India) or certified by MEA and the Romanian diplomatic mission in New Delhi (for Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal), granting permission for the minor’s travel to Romania.
- Original and photocopy of a notarized power of attorney from both parents, endorsed by MEA (for India) or certified by MEA and the Romanian diplomatic mission in New Delhi (for Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal), allowing the minor to travel accompanied by another adult.
Note:
- Make sure that you have all of the required documents before you submit your application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
- Be honest and accurate on your application form. Any false or misleading information may result in your application being denied.
- Please note that the Romanian embassy or consulate may request additional documents on a case-by-case basis.
Purpose of Visit Documents:
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Proof of accommodation (e.g., hotel reservation, rental agreement, letter of invitation from host)
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of invitation from a Romanian company or organization
- Proof of business registration or other documentation demonstrating the purpose of the visit
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of invitation from a Romanian citizen or foreigner holding a valid Romanian residence permit
- Proof of relationship to the inviting person (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate)
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Diplomatic note or other official document from the applicant's government or international organization
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of invitation from a Romanian cultural, scientific, or humanitarian organization
- Proof of the applicant's involvement in cultural, scientific, or humanitarian activities
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of invitation from a Romanian medical institution
- Medical report from the applicant's home country
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of invitation from a Romanian sports organization
- Proof of the applicant's involvement in sports
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended period of stay
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Completed visa application form
- Letter of acceptance from a Romanian educational institution
- Proof of enrollment in a short-term study program or language course
- Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the costs of the stay (e.g., bank statement, traveler's checks)
- Travel medical insurance covering the entire duration of the stay in Romania
- Round-trip flight itinerary or other proof of onward travel
Note: Please note that these lists are indicative and may not cover all possible requirements. It is essential to check with the Romanian embassy or consulate in your country for the most accurate and updated information.
VISA APPLICATION FORMS
Before submitting your visa application, please review the list of required documents. The guidelines provided on this website will assist you in preparing your documents accurately, reducing the risk of your visa application being rejected due to incorrect or insufficient documentation.
Online Visa Application Portal for Romania(e-Visa)
Before you start, make sure you have:
- A working email address
- A computer that meets the necessary technical specifications
- The capability to upload the necessary documents
- Access to Acrobat Reader or a similar .pdf reader for printing or saving your application.
Here are the guidelines for attachments:
- Get your supporting documents translated into Romanian or English by an authorized translator for clarity.
- Ensure that all documents are legible.
- Present both the original and a copy of all attached documents during your visit to the Romanian diplomatic mission/consular post.
Please keep in mind the following technical specifications for attachments:
- The size of each document should not exceed 2 Megabytes (2 MB).
- Use only Latin characters in the filename.
- Upload files in one of the following formats: jpeg, jpg, tif, png, bmp, txt, rtf, or pdf.
How the process works:
- Fill in the necessary fields in the visa application, ensuring not to use the “back” and “forward” buttons in your browser.
- Please use the navigation buttons provided within the electronic form to move to the next or previous pages.
- Submit individual visa applications for each person traveling, especially for those included in the same travel document.
- You can pause and save your electronic application, allowing you to resume the process within 30 days.
- Upon a decision being made on your visa application, you will receive an email notification to the address provided during the application.
VISA APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
The process for applying for Romania visitor visa (short term visa) from India typically involves the following steps:
- Complete the Online Visa Application and Upload Documents:
- Fill in the online form with your details, travel information, and purpose of your visit.
- Have your passport, photos, and other necessary documents ready for uploading.
- Follow the provided instructions during the application.
- Submit the Application for Review:
- After filling the form and attaching documents, submit the application for review.
- Review all the details for accuracy and completeness before submission.
- The consulate will check if your application meets the visa requirements.
- Schedule an Appointment for Document Submission:
- Arrange an appointment with the diplomatic mission or consular post for document submission.
- Choose a suitable time slot for your visit based on availability.
- Submit the Visa Application in Person:
- Visit the diplomatic mission or consular post on the scheduled date.
- Bring all the required original and copy documents, including your passport and application form.
- Sign the form and pay the visa fee during this visit.
- Check Your Visa Application Status:
- Keep track of your visa application status through your E-VIZA account.
- Receive email updates from the diplomatic mission or consular post about any updates or requests for more information.
- Collect Your Visa-Stamped Passport:
- Upon approval, you will receive a notification from the diplomatic mission or consular post.
- Visit the location where you submitted your application to collect your passport with the visa stamp.
Important notes:
- Short stay visa (A, B, C type for business, tourist, visit, cultural purposes) takes up to 14 days.
- You can apply for the visa no earlier than 90 days before your travel date. We suggest applying one month before your travel date for a short stay visa.
- Please be aware that, in most cases, you will be required to attend a visa interview in person. However, if someone else is submitting your visa application and making the payment on your behalf, you must provide a notarized authorization letter with an apostille (or Ministry of Foreign Affairs legalization for non-affiliated countries) for both submitting your documents and collecting your passport.
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