How to Obtain a Residence Permit in Romania: A Complete Guide
- Ricardo Batista
- Romania
- June 7, 2024
Obtain a long-stay visa for Romania from the Romanian Embassy or Consulate in your home country. Apply for a visa type depending on the reason for your stay (work, studies, marriage, etc.). Visit the official page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for more information.
Upon your entry in Romania, register your long-stay visa with the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI), within 30 days from the entry date.
Apply for the residence permit through IGI. The application can be submitted directly or mailed. The IGI website offers official information.
Provide required documents (see document list below). You may be asked for the original documents and their photocopies.
Attend an interview at the IGI office.
Upon approval, pay the residence permit fee.
- Application form
- Passport or travel document
- Proof of accommodation in Romania
- Evidence of financial means, as per the Romanian legislation
- Documents to prove the purpose of stay (job offer, acceptance from educational institution, marriage certificate etc.)
- Medical insurance
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Table of Contents
Description
What is it?
A Residence Permit, also known as a Permis de Sedere, is a document that gives a foreign national permission to reside in a particular country for a specific duration. This guide will particularly focus on obtaining a Residence Permit in Romania.
Who needs it?
A Residence Permit is necessary for non-EU nationals planning to live, work or study in Romania for a period exceeding 90 days.
Procedure
Required Documents
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Additional details
Depending on the nature of your stay you might need to renew your residence permit at least 30 days before it expires. Also, always check with the Romanian Embassy or Consulate and the General Inspectorate for Immigration for updates and changes in the process.
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