Romania Visa Documents Required (2025)

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To apply for a Romania Visa, all applicants must provide a complete set of supporting documents that meet Romanian and EU visa standards.
Incomplete or incorrectly formatted documentation is the most common reason for visa delays or refusals. The requirements differ depending on whether you apply for a short-stay (Type C) or long-stay (Type D) visa.

Standard Documents (All Visa Types)

The following core documents are required for every Romania visa application:

• Visa application form: Completed online via the Romania eVisa Portal.
• Passport: Valid for at least 3 months beyond the end of your intended stay; issued within the last 10 years; with at least two blank pages.
• Recent passport photographs: Size 35mm x 45mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months.
• Proof of accommodation: Hotel booking, rental contract, or invitation letter from a host in Romania.
• Proof of sufficient funds: Recent bank statements (covering the past 3 months), employment letter, or sponsorship confirmation.
• Travel itinerary: Round-trip flight booking or confirmed travel route.
• Travel medical insurance: Valid throughout Romania with minimum coverage of €30,000 for emergency medical and repatriation costs.
• Proof of visa fee payment: Payment confirmation or VFS Global receipt.

Additional Documents by Visa Type

1. Tourist Visa (Type C/T)

• Proof of tourism purpose (e.g., itinerary or travel confirmation).
• Accommodation bookings or invitation letter from host.
• Evidence of personal or sponsor financial support.

2. Business Visa (Type C/A)

• Invitation letter from Romanian business partner, company, or chamber of commerce.
• Company registration certificate (for both host and applicant, where applicable).
• Proof of business relationship (contracts, correspondence, or event registration).

3. Medical Visa (Type C/M)

• Letter or appointment confirmation from a licensed Romanian hospital or clinic.
• Proof of medical payment or deposit.
• Medical certificate from home country doctor (translated and legalised).

4. Student Visa (Type D/SD)

• Letter of Acceptance from the Romanian Ministry of Education.
• Proof of tuition fee payment or scholarship award.
• Accommodation confirmation from university or private provider.
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the study period (minimum equivalent of one year’s minimum wage in Romania).

5. Family Reunion Visa (Type D/VF)

• Marriage or birth certificate proving family relationship (legalised and translated).
• Proof of residence in Romania of the sponsor (Romanian citizen or resident).
• Proof of financial means and adequate accommodation for dependants.

6. Work Visa (Type D/AM)

• Work permit or employment authorisation issued by the Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI).
• Employment contract signed by both parties.
• Proof of professional qualifications (if applicable).

7. Transit Visa (Type B or A)

• Valid visa for the next destination country (if required).
• Confirmed travel booking through Romania (airline or transport ticket).
• Proof of sufficient funds for transit stay (if applicable).

Translation and Legalisation Requirements

All official documents issued outside Romania must be:

• Translated into Romanian or English by a certified translator.
• Legalised with an Apostille (if applicable under The Hague Convention).
• Notarised where required (e.g., marriage or birth certificates).

Digital Document Upload

Applicants using VFS Global or the eVisa portal can upload digital copies of supporting documents online before their biometric appointment.
Refer to Digital Document Upload Guide (2025) for step-by-step instructions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting expired or incomplete bank statements.
• Failing to include translations or legalisation for foreign documents.
• Providing travel insurance that does not meet the €30,000 minimum coverage.
• Submitting unclear or unverified invitation letters.

Document Retention and Verification

The embassy reserves the right to verify any submitted documents or request originals during processing.
Fraudulent or altered documentation will result in refusal under Article 32 of the Schengen Visa Code.

Related Guidance

• Visa Application Guide (2025)
• Visa Fees (2025)
• Processing Times (2025)
• Eligibility Requirements (2025)

About This Page

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