💼 Work ImmigrationActive🇷🇴 Romania
Employed Worker Romania
Romania’s work route through work authorisation, a long-stay visa, and then a temporary residence permit.
Processing time
2-6 months
Approximate cost
$220
Snapshot
Apr 10, 2026
Last verified
Apr 10, 2026
Eligibility
- Obtain a work authorisation.
- Secure the relevant long-stay visa.
- Complete the temporary residence permit if staying beyond 90 days.
Application Steps
1
Secure a job offer or sponsor
Start with a qualified employer or sponsor in Romania.
Estimated duration: 2 weeks
Confirm the entity is actually authorised to sponsor or employ under the route.
2
Prepare the official file
Gather the contract plus civil and financial documents required by the route.
Estimated duration: 2 weeks
3
File the formal application
Submit through the official portal, consulate, or sponsor according to Romania rules.
Estimated duration: 2 weeks
4
Visa or permit issuance
Track the decision and complete entry or residence-card formalities after approval.
Estimated duration: 4 weeks
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Official application form
- Photos or biometrics as required
- Identity and civil status documents
- Work authorisation
- Employment documents
- Civil file
Application Channels
eVisa Romania
Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
IGI
General Inspectorate for Immigration
Timing Notes
Timing is affected by the work-authorisation stage and annual authorisation quotas.
Risk Controls
- Use official portals only and avoid paying unverified intermediaries.
- Separate fixed government fees from proof-of-funds or income requirements.
- Prepare civil and police documents with translation and legalisation where needed before filing.