Move to an EU country
Grounds for obtaining a residence permit
Education
If you are going to study in Romania, you need to apply for a student visa, on the basis of which, you will be issued a residence permit. Foreign students can gain a residence permit for the entire duration of their studies at accredited educational institutions.
Work activity
Residence permits are issued to foreign specialists who have received official permission from the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Romania. This permit is issued to foreigners who have entered into an employment contract and have obtained a job in Romania.
Entrepreneurship
To open a business in the country you need start-up capital of at least 100 thousand euros, a company plan, as well as to create 15 jobs for Romanian citizens. This method is one of the most difficult because of the bureaucracy.
Family reunification
The residence permit card is available to spouses, minor children and parents of Romanian citizens, as well as recipients with permanent residence status.
Registration stages
Choice of grounds
Applying for a D-type visa
Application for residence permit
Medical check-up/insurance
Package of documents for registration of residence permit
An applicant who wishes to obtain a residence permit shall provide the following documents: