Romania Tourist Visa Guide (2025)

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Travellers visiting Romania for leisure, sightseeing, or to visit family and friends may need to apply for a Romania Tourist Visa (Type C). This short-stay visa allows visits of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Although Romania is not yet a full Schengen member, its visa rules are harmonised with the Schengen Visa Code (EU Regulation 810/2009).

Who Needs a Romania Tourist Visa

A visa is required if you are a citizen of a country that is not exempt from Romania’s visa policy or if you do not hold a valid Schengen, EU, or UK residence permit.
You do not need a visa if you:

• Hold a valid Schengen visa (single or multiple entry).
• Hold a Schengen residence permit or long-term visa issued by an EU/EEA country.
• Hold a valid UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP).
• Are a citizen of a visa-exempt country such as the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, or South Korea.

Travellers who require a visa must apply before travelling through the Romania eVisa Portal or their nearest Romanian embassy.

Visa Validity and Duration

The Romania Tourist Visa is a Type C short-stay visa valid for:

• Single entry: One visit of up to 90 days.
• Double entry: Two separate trips during the 180-day validity period.
• Multiple entry: For frequent travellers (valid for up to 1 year, subject to justification).

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for a Romania Tourist Visa, you must:

• Have a valid passport issued within the last 10 years.
• Provide proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter).
• Show proof of financial means to support your stay (bank statements or sponsor letter).
• Hold valid travel health insurance with coverage of at least €30,000.
• Provide evidence of return or onward travel (flight reservations).

All applicants must also demonstrate their intention to return home before visa expiry.

Documents Required

Applicants must prepare the following documentation:

• Completed online visa application via the Romania eVisa Portal.
• Recent passport-sized photographs (35mm x 45mm, white background).
• Proof of accommodation and travel bookings.
• Evidence of sufficient financial means (minimum €50 per day, with at least €500 total).
• Travel health insurance covering at least €30,000.
• Proof of ties to your home country (employment letter, property documents, or family proof).

Supporting documents must be translated into Romanian or English and certified where applicable.

How to Apply for a Romania Tourist Visa

The tourist visa application is straightforward and can be completed online or through authorised centres.
Steps include:

1. Complete your visa form via the eVisa Portal.
2. Book an appointment at your nearest Romanian embassy or VFS Global centre.
3. Submit biometrics (fingerprints and photographs).
4. Provide original documents and pay the visa fee.
5. Track your application status online.

Fees and Processing Times

• Visa fee: €80 for adults, €40 for children aged 6–11, free for under 6.
• Processing time: 10–15 working days from the date of appointment.

Additional service charges may apply when applying through VFS Global.

After Arrival in Romania

Tourist visa holders must:

• Enter and exit Romania within the validity period.
• Comply with border control and visa conditions.
• Not undertake any paid employment or business activity.

Extending a Tourist Visa

Tourist visas cannot normally be extended except in cases of medical emergency or force majeure.
For full information, see Visa Extension Guide (2025).

Overstaying Penalties

Overstaying your visa may lead to fines between 500 and 3,000 RON (€100–€600) and future entry bans.
Always leave before your authorised stay ends.

Top Tourist Destinations in Romania

Romania is known for its diverse landscapes, history, and architecture. Top destinations include:

• Bucharest: The capital city, home to the Palace of Parliament and historic Lipscani district.
• Transylvania: Visit Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) and the medieval towns of Brașov and Sibiu.
• The Carpathian Mountains: Ideal for hiking, skiing, and nature tourism.
• Danube Delta: A UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in biodiversity.
• Constanța & the Black Sea Coast: Summer beach destination with resorts like Mamaia.

Related Guidance

• Visa Eligibility Requirements (2025)
• Documents Required (2025)
• Visa Fees (2025)
• Processing Times (2025)
• Embassy Contact Details (2025)

About This Page

Author: Visa Applications Editorial Team.
Reviewed by: Michael Gibbons, Regulated Immigration Advisor.
Last Updated: November 2025.