Published: 03.11.2026
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens may stay in Romania for up to three months without administrative procedures, but must register with the General Inspectorate for Immigration for longer stays. Third-country nationals generally need a passport and the relevant visa to enter, while long-term residence requires a temporary residence permit; renewal applications must be submitted at least 30 days before the visa or permit expires.
The sources describe the basic process that determines relocation planning: the entry regime is followed by selecting a legal basis for long-term stay and preparing the required documents. For third-country nationals, key residence-permit conditions include a valid travel document, proof of housing, national health insurance and continuity of the stated purpose of stay. Missing the 30-day renewal deadline risks a break in immigration status, so documents should be prepared in advance. The information is most relevant to non-EU nationals, workers, students and family members planning to stay longer than three months.