Visiting Romania
Entry requirements, visa information, and travel guide for Romania
Romania is a Schengen Area member. Whether you need ETIAS, a Schengen Visa, or nothing at all depends on your nationality.
About Romania
Romania captivates travelers with its mix of medieval castles, wild Carpathian Mountains, and a vibrant cultural scene. Transylvania is home to Bran Castle, popularly associated with the Dracula legend, as well as the fortified Saxon churches and charming towns like Sibiu and Brasov.
Bucharest, the capital, offers a striking contrast between grand Belle Epoque buildings and the massive communist-era Palace of the Parliament. In the northeast, the painted monasteries of Bucovina are UNESCO-listed masterpieces of religious art. Romania became a full Schengen Area member in 2024, and it remains one of Europe's most affordable countries, using the Romanian leu rather than the Euro.
Entry Requirements for Romania
- EU/EEA citizens Travel freely with passport or national ID. No visa or ETIAS needed.
- Visa-exempt nationals (US, UK, Canada, etc.) No visa needed for stays up to 90 days. ETIAS required from Q4 2026 (€20).
- Visa-required nationals Schengen Visa required (€80). Apply at embassy of your main destination.
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