🇷🇴 Romania · Employer-sponsored work
Long-stay visa for employment purposes — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €772 |
| Minimum annual salary | RON 30,000 |
| Proof of savings | €1,910 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €120 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 3 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://igi.mai.gov.ro/en/long-stay-visa-for-employment-purposes/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €772.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Proof of financial means of support equal to the minimum gross salary guaranteed in payment for the entire period inscribed on the visa”
“Medical insurance valid through the duration of the visa;”
“Criminal record certificate or other document with the same legal value issued by the authorities of the State of domicile or residence”
“Long-stay visa for employment purposes (visto de longa duração; silente sobre via para residência permanente)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.