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ETA UK for Romanian citizens

United kingdom eta from romania.

The United Kingdom has now introduced an electronic travel authorisation for non-visa nationals, the UK ETA. Romanian citizens will soon need to obtain this online visa waiver before visiting the United Kingdom for short-term stays.

This page explains everything Romanian passport holders need to know about the new entry requirement for the UK . We also break down how you can apply for a UK ETA though Etauk.uk‘s simple online form in a matter of minutes.

UK ETA: requirements for travellers from Romania

Before beginning the application, Romanian passport holders must check they meet the UK ETA requirements .

You’ll need the following documents and information:

• Digital Romanian passport
• Basic travel details
• Email address
• Credit or debit card

Romanian children travelling to the UK with their families need their own ETA. A parent or guardian can complete the application on their child’s behalf.

Types of UK ETAs for Romanian national

The UK ETA can be used to travel to the UK from Romania for the following reasons for up to 6 months per entry :

• Tourism: Romanians are authorised to travel to Britain for leisure and cultural activities. They can also visit family and friends.
• Business: Romanian professionals travelling to the UK for investment opportunities, business meetings, or conferences.
• Study: Students from Romania can temporarily locate to the United Kingdom for short-term studies.

Additionally, you’ll need an approved ETA to transit through the United Kingdom as a Romanian national. This applies even if you’re not passing through border control.

Finally, if you have a Creative Worker visa concession for the UK, you can also apply for a UK ETA from Romania. However, you can only stay up to 3 months.

If you need to stay for longer than 6 months or are travelling for a different reason, you’ll have to apply for a UK visa from the British embassy in Bucharest.

UK ETA: how to apply as a Romanian nationals

Obtaining the ETA from Romania is straightforward with etauk.uk’s simplified online form . You can apply from anywhere outside the UK – you only require a device with internet connection.

You need to fill out the UK ETA application with the following details:

• Nationality
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Passport number, issue and expiry

You also have to answer some health and security-related questions . These are standard questions and can simply be answered with a yes or no.

We advise you to check your answers carefully to make sure they are correct and match your passport. Errors could lead to processing delays.

To finalise the application, you need to pay the ETA processing fee using a valid debit or credit card.

UK ETA processing times for Romanian citizens

Once you submit your application form and pay the ETA fee, the UK Home Office will analyse your request.

On average, processing usually takes around 72 hours . We notify you by email once the UK ETA has been approved.

Travelling to the United Kingdom from Romania

Upon approval, your UK ETA is electronically linked to your passport . As this is the same passport you used to apply, you must take care to travel with the same document. Especially if you have dual citizenship.

You can use your approved ETA to enter the UK at any border control point in the country, whether arriving by land, air, or sea. You simply need to scan your Romanian passport to confirm your ETA is valid and gain entry.

An approved UK ETA for Romanians is a multiple-entry permit valid for 2 years from the date of approval, or until the linked passport expires. This means you don’t need to submit an application every time you want to travel to the United Kingdom.

Covid-19: UK updates entry requirements

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The UK authorities have updated the entry requirements for those who travel to England, Romania’s Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE) announced .

Starting February 15, those who need to self-isolate will also have to undertake two Covid-19 tests on their second and eighth day from arrival.

The travelers will undertake the costs of the testing. They need to register for the tests before travel. More details are available here .

If one of the two tests is positive, the isolation period will be extended by another ten days from the moment of testing.

All the other requirements concerning entry into England remain in place, MAE said. As such, all those who arrive in England need to fill in a Passenger Locator Form before or upon arrival, show a negative Covid-19 test carried out at most 72 hours before travel, and self-isolate for ten days at the address stated in the Passenger Locator Form.

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

• You must have a U.S. passport that is valid for at least three months beyond your departure date from Romania . 
• With a valid U.S. passport book, U.S. citizens can stay up to 90 days in the Schengen area for tourism or business during any 180-day period.  You must wait an additional 90 days before applying to re-enter the Schengen area.
• Departing Romania and then attempting to re-enter Romania does not “restart the clock.” U.S. citizens who depart Romania and return after spending less than 90 days in the Schengen will be admitted for the remainder of their 90-day stay. U.S. citizens attempting to re-enter Romania after having already spent 90 days in Romania the Schengen area may be denied re-entry to Romania. 
• U.S. citizens who wish to stay longer than 90 days must obtain an extension (resident permit) from the  Romanian Immigration Inspectorate .  
• U.S. citizens traveling to Romania should also consult the  CDC’s Romania website  for immunization and other health information.
• U.S.-Romanian dual nationals should consult the  Romanian Border Police  website for information on exit requirements. 
• If you have a temporary or permanent Romanian residence permit, be ready to present it upon request from local competent authorities.

Visit the Embassy of ROMANIA website for the most current visa information.

Traveling Through Europe : If you are planning to visit or travel through European countries, you should be familiar with the requirements of the Schengen Agreement. 

• Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay if you plan on transiting a Schengen country review our U.S. Travelers in Europe page .  
• You will need sufficient proof of funds and a return plane ticket .
• For additional information about visas for the Schengen area, see the Schengen Visa page.
• The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Romania.  

Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites.

Safety and Security

Terrorism:  Terrorist groups and those inspired by such organizations are intent on attacking U.S. citizens abroad.  Terrorists are increasingly using less sophisticated methods of attack – including knives, firearms, and vehicles – to more effectively target crowds.  Frequently, their aim is unprotected or vulnerable targets, such as:

• High-profile public events (sporting contests, political rallies, demonstrations, holiday events, celebratory gatherings, etc.)
• Hotels, clubs, and restaurants frequented by tourists
• Places of worship
• Shopping malls and markets
• Public transportation systems (including subways, buses, trains, and scheduled commercial flights)  

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Crime: Reported types of crime include:

• Robbery, pick pocketing, internet scams, and credit card fraud are the most commonly reported crimes. 
• Organized groups of criminals, sometimes including minors, operate in train stations, trains, subways, and busses.
• Money exchange schemes often involve individuals posing as plainclothes policemen who approach you, flash a badge, and ask for your passport and wallet. Insist on the presence of a uniformed police officer and request that any issues be resolved at the police station.
• If traveling on an overnight train, travel with a companion and in the highest class available.
• Do not leave your personal belongings unattended; stow them securely out of sight.
• Use ATMs located inside banks. You should check ATM machines for any evidence of tampering before use.
• Be extra cautious of your surroundings if using an internet café.

Be cautious about entering into contracts with Romanian businesses and/or organizations without legal assistance. The Romanian legal system is difficult for foreigners to navigate, making the assistance of a  local attorney  nearly essential.

International Financial Scams:  See the  Department of State  and the  FBI   pages for information.

Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Romania. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help. Common scams include:  

• Romance/Online dating 
• Money transfers 
• Grandparent/Relative targeting 
• Lotteries 
• Bank overpayments 

Victims of Crime: U.S. citizen victims of crime are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance. Report crimes to the local police at 112 and contact the embassy at (+40) 21 270-6000. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

We can: 

• Help you find medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police 
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent 
• Provide information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion 
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on  victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport 

Domestic Violence:  U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.

Tourism: The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules [with regards to best practices and safety inspections] are regularly enforced.  Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities.  In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country.  Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance.  U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance .  

• Romania is situated in a seismically active region and has a history of devastating earthquakes, with the greatest risk in Bucharest.
• Avoid contact with stray dogs. You may consult the CDC's Romania website  for rabies immunization and other health information.

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Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws.  If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.  Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

Be aware that recreational drug possession is not allowed in Romania, regardless of type or quantity. The penalty for possession of drugs for personal use can be imprisonment of up to three years.

Romania has strict regulations on importing/exporting firearms, other weapons, drugs, antiquities, local currency and gold or gold jewelry. Contact the Romanian Customs Office  for specific information regarding customs requirements.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law.  For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification:  If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately.  See our webpage for further information.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the United States. See the U.S. Department of Justice website for more information.

Faith-Based Travelers:  See the following webpages for details:

• Faith-Based Travel Information
• International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
• Human Rights Report – see country reports
• Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
• Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad  

LGBTQI+ Travelers:  There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTQI+ events in Romania. The annual gay pride parades in Bucharest have been the scene of violent protests in past years, though this has been less common recently. 

See our LGBTQI+ Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities:   The law in Romania prohibits discrimination against persons with physical, sensory, intellectual or mental disabilities, and the law is enforced.  Social acceptance of persons with disabilities in public is not as prevalent as in the United States.  The most common types of accessibility may include accessible facilities, information, and communication/access to services/ease of movement or access.  Expect accessibility to be limited in public transportation, lodging, communication/information, and general infrastructure. There is a significant difference between the large cities and the rest of the country.

Availability of rental, repair, replacement parts for aids/equipment/devices, or service providers, such as sign language interpreters or personal assistants is very limited. Contact the Embassy for information on providers.

Students:   See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers:   See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

Medical care in Romania is generally not up to Western standards, and basic medical supplies are limited, especially outside major cities. Some medical providers that meet Western quality standards are available in Bucharest and other cities but can be difficult to identify and locate.

Hospitals and doctors often require payment “up front” prior to service or admission. Credit card payment is not always available.  Most hospitals and medical professionals require cash payment. Travelers seeking medical treatment should therefore choose their provider carefully.

Psychological and psychiatric services are limited outside of the larger cities, with hospital-based care only available through government institutions. 

Most prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications are available in Romania but are often sold under different names. A list of approved medicines available in Romania can be found on the website of the Romanian National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices .

Ambulance services are not present throughout the country and are unreliable in some areas except in or around major cities.

We do not pay medical bills.  Be aware that U.S. Medicare/Medicaid does not apply overseas.  Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance:  Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas.  Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments.  See our webpage for more information on insurance coverage.  Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas.

We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with the  Romanian National Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices  to ensure the medication is legal in Romania.

Vaccinations:  Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Air Quality: Air pollution is a significant problem in several major cities in Romania.  Consider the impact seasonal smog and heavy particulate pollution may have on you and consult your doctor before traveling if necessary. Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of doctors and hospitals . We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety: Though Romanian traffic laws are very strict, road accidents are a real threat in Romania. According to the European Commission, Romania has the highest per-vehicle rate of road fatalities of any country in the EU.

While major streets in larger cities and major inter-city roads are generally in fair to good condition, many secondary roads are poor quality unpaved, poorly lit, narrow, and lacking marked lanes.

• Mountain roads are dangerous when wet or covered with snow or ice. Snow removal is intermittent.
• Mountainous areas can be subject to torrential rains and flash floods, especially in the spring and summer.
• Streets and sidewalks are often icy and hazardous during winter.
• It is common for pedestrians, animals, cyclists, and horse-drawn carts to share a road with motor vehicles, especially in rural areas.
• Parked vehicles often block sidewalks, forcing pedestrians to walk in the streets.
• Cross only at crosswalks and exercise vigilance as crosswalks are generally poorly marked.
• Although emergency services and road assistance services exist, it is advisable to carry spare tires, fuel and tools. The law requires motorists to carry a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and reflective triangles. This obligation has been eliminated for motorcycles and mopeds.

Traffic Laws: Romanian traffic laws are very strict.

• The traffic police can confiscate a driver's license or permit for 1-3 months and request payment of fines at the time of the infraction.
• Police are required to give all drivers involved in an accident a breathalyzer test on the scene.
• Refusal to take a breathalyzer test may result in criminal penalties regardless of whether or not alcohol was involved.
• Wearing a seat belt is mandatory.
• Children under 12 years of age may not be transported in the front seat.
• Use of mobile phones while driving is banned, with exception of hands free systems.
• The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in death or injury of a person must immediately call the emergency number 112, and must not move the vehicle, alter or leave the scene of the accident.
• In the case of an accident that only caused damage to the vehicles, drivers must move the vehicles to the side of the road, signaling their presence, and report the accident to the police or exchange insurance information and fill out an amicable accident report.

Use of U.S. state issued drivers’ licenses (DL) is not sufficient to operate motor vehicles in Romania.  U.S. citizens arriving in Romania for stays up to 90 days may use their U.S. state drivers’ licenses only when accompanied by an International Driving Permit . Most rental car companies require international driving permits when renting a car to a U.S. driver’s license holder.

For current traffic regulations and speed limits in Romania please visit the website of the  Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs .

If entering Romania by vehicle you must purchase a road tax badge, “rovinieta”, at the border crossing point. Proof of insurance and a car registration document are required. Drivers of vehicles registered abroad who are not in possession of a valid international insurance document must buy short-term insurance at the border.

Public Transportation:   Public transportation in Romania is inexpensive and reliable. Inner city travel options include a variety of buses, trams, trolleybuses, and “maxitaxis” (private vans operating as shared taxis).

• You can purchase bus or tram tickets at street kiosks before boarding and validate the ticket once aboard.
• For “maxitaxis” you may buy a ticket directly from the driver.

For additional travel information

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
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• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook .
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Romania was cited in the State Department’s 2022 Annual Report to Congress on International Child Abduction for demonstrating a pattern of non-compliance with respect to international parental child abduction. Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in  Romania . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA )  report.

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UK Visas from Romania

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Overview of Moving to the UK from Romania

Romanians are one of the fastest growing foreign national communities in the UK, with around 345,000 Romanian-born individuals living in the UK as of 2020. This is more than quadruple than the figures were a decade prior.

Part of this can definitely be attributed to Romania joining the EU in 2007 and enjoying restriction-free travel and residency in any EU member state, of which the UK was one.

Since Brexit, Romanians can no longer settle in the UK without applying for a visa or a residency scheme first. One of these, the  EU Settlement Scheme , saw over 1 million Romanians apply for residency in the UK, emphasising how popular the UK is for many Romanians.

The highest number of Romanians in the UK are concentrated in its larger cities, such as London, Birmingham and Sheffield. In particular, Burnt Oak in London has become known as ‘Little Romania’ for its high concentration of Romanian expats.

If you’re a Romanian looking to move to the UK, there are a number of options and choices available to you to allow you to do so. For example, there is the EU Settlement Scheme as previously mentioned, but also a range of visas that will allow you to apply for permanent settlement (also known as  indefinite leave to remain ) in the UK.

EU Settlement Scheme for Romanians

After the UK’s departure from the EU, the British government launched the EU Settlement Scheme to allow EU citizens and their eligible family members to continue living in the UK.

The main deadline to apply for the scheme was 31 June 2021. However, You may still be eligible to apply if you were living in the UK in certain circumstances.

You will be able to apply to the scheme now if any of the following apply to you:

• You have a Romanian (or other EU) family member who was living in the UK by 31 December 2020
• You’re exempt from immigration control, or you stopped being exempt from immigration control after 30 June 2021
• You’re already in the UK with limited leave to enter or remain in the UK (such as if you’re here on a work or study visa) which expires after 30 June 2021
• You must have lived with them in that country by 30 December 2020, and returned to the UK with them

You may also still be eligible to apply if you have ‘reasonable grounds’ for not applying before the main deadline, such as any of the following:

• You have, or had, a medical condition which prevented you from applying
• You lacked the physical or mental capacity to apply
• You’ve been the victim of modern slavery
• You’ve been in an abusive or controlling relationship

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UK Work Visas for Romanians

If you’re not able to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme, you will instead have to apply for a UK visa in order to settle in the UK.

One option is to apply for a UK work visa, such as the  Skilled Worker visa . This is the UK’s general work visa for professional and skilled workers, and allows you to permanently settle in the UK if you meet the eligibility criteria.

This visa operates on a  points-based system  to assess the quality of visa candidates. In order to be eligible for the visa, you must attain a minimum of 70 points, which can be earned through things such as having good educational qualifications or relevant work experience for your chosen profession.

You must also have a job offer from a UK-based employer who will sponsor you to come to the UK, as well as meet minimum English language requirements.

If the Skilled Worker visa isn’t right for you, you may also be able to apply for other work visas such as the  Health and Care Worker visa , which is aimed at those in medical or care professions, or the  Scale-Up visa , which is where you will come to the UK to work with a fast-growing business.

All of the work visas mentioned here will allow you to apply for indefinite leave to remain.

UK Spouse Visas for Romanians

If one of the UK’s work visas isn’t the right fit for you, you may instead wish to apply for a  Spouse visa , if you’re eligible.

The Spouse visa allows you to come and settle in the UK with a spouse who is either a British or Irish citizen, or someone with settled status in the UK.

There are also equivalents to the Spouse visa for those who are in civil partnerships ( Civil Partnership visa ) or unmarried but have been cohabiting for at least 2 years ( Unmarried Partner visa ).

To be eligible for a Spouse visa, you must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

• Your relationship with your spouse must be  genuine and subsisting
• You and your spouse must be over 18
• You and your spouse must intend to live together permanently in the UK with  adequate accommodation that doesn’t require access to public funds
• You must meet the  minimum financial requirements
• You must meet the  minimum language requirements

The Spouse visa is one of the most popular UK visas to apply for. However, it can also be difficult for applications for it to be approved. It’s important to ensure that you meet all of the eligibility criteria for the Spouse visa before applying.

UK Family Visas for Romanians

It may be the case that you already have Romanian family members in the UK who have settled status.

If you’re not eligible to join them via the EU Settlement Scheme, you may instead apply for a  Family visa  to join them and settle in the UK.

You will be eligible to apply if you are your family member’s:

• Adult dependent relative

Your family member must also be a British or Irish citizen, or be settled in the UK, such as by having indefinite leave to remain or settled status through the EU Settlement Scheme.

You will have to fulfil a range of specific eligibility criteria depending on what type of family member you’re applying as. For example, if you’re applying as an adult dependent relative, you must prove that you need long-term care to do everyday personal and household tasks because of illness, disability or your age, amongst other things.

Family visas, including the Spouse visa already mentioned, will normally allow you to apply for indefinite leave to remain after a period of  years (unless applying as an adult dependent relative, in which case you will be able to stay in the UK indefinitely once you receive your visa).

How Can I Apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain?

Indefinite leave to remain (ILR) is the main route that people can take in order to permanently settle in the UK.

Being granted indefinite leave to remain will mean that you will be able to live, work and study in the UK for as long as you like. You will also be able to access NHS services for free and claim public funds, which you cannot do with most UK visas.

The eligibility requirements for indefinite leave to remain will vary based on the type of visa you’ll have in the UK. For example, applying for ILR after spending 5 years in the UK on a Spouse visa will mean that you have to fulfil certain financial, language and relationship requirements.

Most applicants will also have to complete the  Life in the UK Test , which is a short test about the UK’s history, customs and ways of life.

Note that after successfully applying for ILR, you can lose it if you spend a consecutive absence of 2 years away from the UK.

Only those with British citizenship are allowed to spend unlimited amounts of time outside the UK without losing the ability to live and work in the UK.

How Can IAS Help?

Hundreds of thousands of Romanians have moved to the UK and successfully made it their home, with many more seeking to do the same.

If you’re a Romanian national interested in moving to the UK, IAS are on hand to help with whatever you may need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do i apply for a uk visa.

You will need to apply for a visa before you can travel to the UK. You may do this through the official  Gov.uk  website.

Note that if you try to travel to the UK without a valid visa, you will be turned away at the border and may be deported back to Romania.

As part of the application process, you may also have to attend a visa application centre to give your biometrics information in the form of your fingerprints and photograph.

There is one UK visa application centre located in Bucharest.

Can I apply for British citizenship?

As a Romanian, you will be able to  apply for British citizenship  after spending at least one year in the UK with indefinite leave to remain.

There are many benefits to British citizenship, such as:

• The ability to carry a British passport, which affords the ability to travel visa-free to over 130 countries
• The ability to vote and stand for public office
• The freedom to spend as much time outside the UK as you like without ever losing your citizenship status as a result

You will also be able to retain your Romanian citizenship if you apply for British citizenship.

What type of amenities are there for me as a Romanian in the UK?

As there is already a strong and well-established Romanian community in the UK, there are a number of amenities available for those who wish to connect with other Romanians and the wider Romanian community.

For example, there are a wide number of Romanian Orthodox churches in the UK, including several in London and more throughout the UK’s larger towns and cities.

There are also currently six Romanian-language schools in the UK, which are open for Romanian children. These are located in Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Nottingham, Willesden and Hendon.

A full list of Romanian amenities, including schools, restaurants, groups, food shops and more can be found on the following websites:

• The Embassy of Romania 
• The Romanian Cultural Centre

What if I only want to visit the UK first?

It may be the case that you’re still unsure if the UK will be the right place for you to move to full-time.

If so, then you will not need a visa for stays up to 6 months, on account of Romania being part of the EU. On these trips, you will be able to travel around the UK, experience what life is like here and see local sights and meet the local people.

However, note that you will not be able to work, claim public funds or live in the UK through multiple frequent or successive visits.

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Useful Information

Starting with this web page you can fill in a visa application file and send it to the selected diplomatic mission / consular post of Romania.

Officials who hold diplomatic, service and official passports, as well as their family members, who travel to Romania for official purposes, can directly contact the chosen diplomatic mission/consular post of Romania. The contact details of the diplomatic missions and consular posts of Romania can be consulted here .

In order to be able to apply online you must:

• Have a valid eMail address
• Use a computer which fulfills certain technical requirements. For further information see About the E-VIZA portal
• Have the possibility of uploading the required supporting documents

If you wish to print or save a copy of your application you must have access to Acrobat Reader or other similar .pdf readers.

It is advisable that your supporting documents be translated into Romanian or English by an authorized translator. All documents you submit must be legible. All attached documents must be presented in original and copy when you visit the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular post.

• Each document must not exceed 2 Megabytes (2 MB) .
• Only Latin characters are allowed in the filename.
• We accept files in the following formats: jpeg, jpg, tif, png, bmp, txt, rtf or pdf.

The visa application consists of a number of fields which you have to fill in. Note that you cannot use the “back” and “forward” buttons from your browser (e.g. Internet Explorer). Use only the buttons in the electronic form to move forward and backward between pages.

Visa applications can be lodged only individually. In case more people travel together, each person must apply for an individual visa. In addition, please note that individual visa applications must be lodged for people included in the same travel document (e.g.: underage children included in the parents’ travel documents).

If you started registering an electronic application file it is possible to interrupt the application process and save it. You can resume the registration and continue filling in the application at a later stage. An application saved temporarily is stored for 30 days .

When your visa application is decided upon, you will receive a notification by eMail to the address you supplied when you started your application.

Please note that in order to start filling in a visa application, you must give your consent as regards the terms of use that assist you in understanding the principles applicable to this electronic portal.

In order to start filling in a visa application, you must agree to the terms of use of the E-VIZA portal. The details provided will help you understand the principles applicable to this electronic tool.

I acknowledge the information provided in the section "I want to be informed", therefore it is clear what conditions I have to fulfil in order to apply for a Romanian visa.

I understand that additional documents may be required in order for my visa application to be processed by the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office of choice.

I am aware that in order to obtain a visa applied for through the E-VIZA portal, I must also present myself at the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office of choice.

I fully understand that the date from which my visa application will be subject to examination with a view to taking a decision on it is the same date on which I shall present myself at the Romanian diplomatic mission / consular office where I have submitted my application in electronic format.

I am aware that I will not be refunded the fee for processing a visa application in case I am not granted a visa.

All the information I have provided is correct and complete. I understand that providing false or incomplete data will result in the rejection of my visa application or cancellation of a visa already granted.

I am aware that I must leave the territory of Romania upon expiry of a Romanian visa that I obtained. I have been informed that holding a visa is only one of the conditions that must be fulfilled in order for me to be allowed to enter Romania. I am aware that the mere issuance of the visa does not imply that I am entitled to compensation if I do not fulfil the conditions set out in Chapter II - General provisions on the entry, stay and exit of foreigners of GEO 194/2002 republished, as amended and supplemented, and I am refused entry into Romania. The fulfilment of the entry conditions will be subject to verification at the time of entry into Romania.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

With respect to visas applied for through the E-VIZA portal, the personal data controller is the MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF ROMANIA, with its headquarters in 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, Romania. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the designated Personal Data Protection Officer can be contacted at [email protected] .

Personal data of visa applicants shall be processed strictly in accordance with the provisions of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27th, 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR), Law No 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector and Law No 271/2010 on the establishment, organization and functioning of the National Visa Information System and Romania's participation in the Visa Information System.

Personal data entered through the E-VIZA portal by third country nationals who need visas in order to travel to Romania are provided to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and shall be processed by this institution exclusively for the specific purpose of processing, examining and issuing visas.

Categories of persons concerned by the processing of personal data for the purpose of processing and issuing entry visas to Romania : third-country nationals falling within the scope of European and national legal instruments regulating visa policy, i.e. the regime of foreigners in Romania, by submitting Romanian visa applications, regardless of the purpose of the trip.

By using the external portal E-VIZA www.evisa.ro , at the time of starting the online visa application process, it is necessary to acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions regarding the provision of your personal data for the purpose of processing and issuing visas for entry into Romania.

Personal data provided through the E-VIZA external portal shall be used exclusively for the purpose of processing, examining and issuing entry visas to Romania. These data will be processed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs only when the data subject has agreed to the terms and conditions relating to this aspect.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs processes only the categories of personal data necessary for the examination of visa applications, as established at European Union level and by national legislation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not request and does not process sensitive data, except those necessary for the examination of an application for a visa to enter Romania and the issuance of a visa, in accordance with the legal provisions; all personal data and any sensitive data are processed under strict security conditions.

All personal data requested through the forms in the external E-VIZA portal will be made available to the diplomatic missions and consular offices of Romania where the data subject chooses to present him/herself.

The data in the external portal is stored on a secure central server belonging to the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. When a visa file is sent to a diplomatic mission/consular office of Romania, it will be transferred to the internal E-VIZA portal and stored on a secure central server in the internal network of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. At this point, the personal data in the external portal will be transferred in its entirety to the secure network of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and will no longer be available online.

When a visa applicant does not complete an application file, his/her personal data filled in the external portal up to a certain point will be stored on the central server of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the external portal for a period limited to 30 days. At the end of this period, the uncompleted file and all the data filled in the file will be automatically deleted and will no longer be available online and will also no longer be available to the controller.

The personal data provided through the visa application files filled in the E-VIZA portal will be made available exclusively to the competent Romanian authorities and processed by them, where appropriate, for the purpose of making a decision on the visa application submitted through this portal. These data may be entered and stored in databases accessible only to the Romanian authorities competent in visa matters, in accordance with the national legislation in force.

The identity of the controller: exclusively the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, through Romanian diplomatic missions and consular offices abroad.

The purpose for which the data processing is carried out is exclusively the processing / examination of visa applications submitted by third country nationals subject to visa requirements to travel to Romania, as well as, where applicable, for the issuance of entry visas to Romania. Visas granted may also be annulled and revoked in accordance with the law.

Storage period of personal data provided: according to Article 23 and 24 of the NVIS Act.

The recipients of personal data provided for the purpose of applying for entry visas to Romania: exclusively the competent national authorities referred to in Article 30 of Government Emergency Ordinance No 194/2002 on the regime of foreigners in Romania, republished, as subsequently amended and supplemented, as well as the authorities responsible for carrying out checks at state border crossing points. The data transmitted through the electronic files created through the eVisa portal can be accessed exclusively by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The visa applicants who do not consider it appropriate to provide the personal data required for filling in the standard visa application forms should bear in mind that refusal to provide all the necessary data may lead to the inadmissibility of applications or to the rejection of visa applications, depending on the situation.

THE RIGHTS DATA SUBJECTS BENEFIT OF, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF (EU) REGULATION 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 27th, 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR)

According to the provisions of the GDPR, data subjects have the following rights with regard to the processing of their personal data:

• the right to be informed;
• the right of access to data;
• the right to rectify the data;
• the right to object;
• the right to erase data;
• the right to restrict processing;
• the right to data portability and the right not to be subject to an automated decision;
• the right to file a complaint with the controller, the supervisory authority for the processing of personal data and the right to appeal to justice.

1. The right to be informed:

As a controller of personal data under the provisions of the GDPR, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs respects the rights of data subjects in the exercise of its tasks related to visa activity. The personal data collected in the course of the visa activity are necessary for the fulfilment of the tasks of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in processing/examining visa applications and taking a decision on the granting of entry visas to Romania, and are processed in good faith, lawfully and securely.

In accordance with the provisions of the GDPR, the Law No 506/2004 on the processing of personal data and the protection of privacy in the electronic communications sector and Law No 271/2010 on the establishment, organization and functioning of the National Visa Information System and Romania's participation in the Visa Information System, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in its capacity of personal data controller, with its registered office at 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, Romania, phone number: +40 21 431 11 00, +40 21 431 15 62, +40 21 319 21 08, +40 21 319 21 25, Fax: +40 21 319 68 62, must manage under secure conditions and only for the specified purpose, well determined by the specific regulatory framework in force, the personal data that you provide us, under the law, about yourself, a member of your family or another person. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs there is a designated personal data protection officer that can be contacted at [email protected] .

This information relates to the purpose of data collection for processing and examining applications for entry visas to Romania and issuing the requested visas. Data subjects processing personal data for the above-mentioned purpose, who choose to apply for an entry visa to Romania online, through the national electronic portal for facilitating visa applications, E-VIZA - www.eviza.mae.ro , must provide the data requested through the visa application forms*; refusal to provide the requested data will result in the inadmissibility of the visa application which will not be processed at the diplomatic missions/consular offices of Romania. The application for a visa through the E-VIZA portal can be completed by the person concerned only after agreeing to the terms and conditions related to the processing of personal data. Data of persons who do not complete an online visa application are automatically deleted 30 days after the date of the last intervention of the data subject on his/her own application file. The recorded information is intended for use by the controller and is communicated by data subjects, for retrieval from the eViza external electronic portal, only to diplomatic missions and consular posts of Romania. The information is retrieved from the eViza portal for subsequent processing in the National Visa Information System (NVIS).

According to the provisions of the GDPR, the data subject benefits from the right to be informed, the right to access the data, the right to rectify data, the right to erase data, the right to restrict processing and the right not to be subject to automatic processing. At the same time, the data subject has the right to object to the processing of personal data concerning him/her**. In order to exercise these rights, you may address a written, dated and signed request to the Designated Personal Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - [email protected] ***. You also have the right to file a complaint with the A.N.S.P.D.C.P( http://www.dataprotection.ro ) and the right to appeal to justice.

Your data, communicated through the E-VIZA electronic portal and processed within the NVIS by authorized users, will not be transferred abroad. Should any of your details be inaccurate, please inform us as soon as possible.

* The legal basis for the processing of personal data for the purposes mentioned above is given by the legislation in force which can be consulted [ here ]. The fields in the visa application forms marked with an asterisk - (*) do not need to be filled in by third country nationals who are family members of citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area and the Swiss Confederation (spouse, child or dependent ascendant).

** If you do not consent to the processing of your personal data, it will be considered that your visa application becomes inadmissible. However, if you wish to have your personal data erased, but at the time of the erasure request you hold a valid visa obtained on the basis of those data, they cannot be erased, in accordance with Article 17 paragraph (3) letter (b) of the GDPR. If no decision has been taken on the visa application, it cannot be further processed and it should also be noted that the fee for processing the application cannot be refunded.

*** The requests for exercising the rights of data subjects in relation to the processing of visa applications, available online at www.mae.ro , shall be submitted by written, dated and signed request, addressed, in accordance with Article 38 paragraph (4) of the GDPR, to the Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the following address: [email protected] , respectively at the MFA controller's office, 31, Aleea Alexandru, 1st district, Bucharest, zip code 011822.

2. Right to access the data:

The persons concerned by the processing of personal data have the right to obtain from the controller, by means of a written, signed and dated request, confirmation as to whether or not personal data relating to them are being processed and, if so, access to such data, in accordance with the European legal act.

3. The right to rectify data:

Any data subject has the right to obtain from the controller, in accordance with Article 16 of the GDPR, without undue delay, the rectification (correction, completion, etc.) of inaccurate personal data concerning him or her.

It should be noted that rectification of data by the data subject, involving their modification, on request, when the visa granted is still valid, entails, where appropriate, the cancellation or revocation of the document.

According to the provisions of Article 17 of the GDPR, the data subject has the right to request the erasure of personal data concerning him or her without undue delay and the controller has the obligation to erase personal data without undue delay if one of the following grounds applies:

the personal data are no longer necessary for the purposes for which they were collected or processed;

the data subject objects to the processing pursuant to Article 21 paragraph (1) of the GDPR and there are no overriding legitimate grounds for the processing;

the personal data have been unlawfully processed;

the personal data must be erased in order to comply with a legal obligation incumbent on the controller under Union law or national law to which the controller is subject.

It should be noted that the deletion of data in the visa activity does not apply to the EAW for all situations foreseen in the GDPR, as not all of them (e.g. when the processing is based on consent or when the data have been collected for the provision of information services) are applicable or related to the EAW activity.

Where the data subject requests the erasure of data relating to him or her, but the Ministry of Foreign Affairs controller finds that the data subject has valid visa applications (pending or approved applications for which the visa issued is pending), the data subject will be informed that the erasure cannot be carried out, pursuant to Article 17 paragraph (3).

Each request for erasure of data shall be examined individually.

5. The right to restrict processing:

According to the provisions of Article 18 of the GDPR, any data subject shall have the right to request the restriction of the processing of data relating to him or her where:

the data subject disputes the accuracy of the data for a period enabling the controller to verify the accuracy of the data;

the processing is unlawful and the data subject objects to the erasure of the personal data and requests instead the restriction of their use;

the controller no longer needs the personal data for the purpose of the processing, but the data subject requests them for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims; or

the data subject has objected to the processing in accordance with Article 21 paragraph (1) of the GDPR - the right to object, for the period of time during which it is verified whether the legitimate rights of the controller prevail over those of the data subject.

Where processing has been restricted, the individual's data may, with the exception of storage, only be processed with the consent of the data subject or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims or for the protection of the rights of another natural or legal person or for reasons of substantial public interest of the Union or a Member State.

6. The right to oppose:

According to the provisions of Article 21 of the GDPR, the data subject has the right to object at any time, on grounds relating to his or her particular situation, to the processing of personal data relating to him or her pursuant to Article 6 paragraph (1) letter (e) or letter (f), including the creation of profiles on the basis of those provisions. The controller shall no longer process the personal data unless the controller demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds for the processing which override the interests, rights and freedoms of the data subject, or for the establishment, exercise or defense of legal claims.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs processes personal data on the basis of the legal powers vested in it as a public authority and the exercise of the public authority vested in it. Therefore, the visa application of a data subject who objects to the processing of his/her data for this purpose becomes inadmissible, the application file is not taken over and the consular fee/service fee is not collected.

According to the provisions of Article 20 from the GDPR, the data subject benefits from the right to data portability and according to the provisions of Article 22 from the GDPR, the right not to be subject to automated individual decision-making.

Within the framework of the visa activity, the data collected in relation to the examination and issuance of visas by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs operator by virtue of its capacity as central competent authority, shall not be transferred to other recipients, even at the request of the data subject, as the working procedures inherent to these areas are clearly regulated by the European and national legislation in force, and it is not possible to use ported data. At the same time, the examination and issuance of a visa does not rely at any time on automated individual decision-making processes.

Therefore, in the case of visa activity, the exercise of these two rights by data subjects in the processing of data for the issuance of visas is irrelevant.

In order to defend their rights under the GDPR, individuals whose personal data is subject to processing covered by the GDPR have the right to file a complaint with the controller through the Data Protection Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Data subjects may also file a complaint with the National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing at:

Address: 28-30 G-ral. Gheorghe Magheru Blvd., 1st district, zip code 010336, Bucharest, Romania;

E-mail: [email protected];

Phone number: +40.318.059.211;

Fax: +40.318.059.602;

Website: http://www.dataprotection.ro .

In addition, according to the provisions of Articles 78 and 79 of the GDPR, every natural or legal person has the right to an effective judicial remedy against a supervisory authority and a controller or processor.

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A valid passport is required for all overseas/ non-EU visitors. Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your visit (it will not expire sooner than your intended date of departure). However, please check the expiration date on your passport carefully before traveling to Europe. Some airlines (i.e. Lufthansa) may refuse boarding at your point of origin or while transferring planes if your passport is not valid for at least three months beyond your intended date of departure; or your entry into the Schengen Area could be denied. For this reason, the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs recommends that your passport has at least six months' validity remaining whenever you travel abroad.

For stays longer than 90 days visitors need to need to apply for a temporary residence permit (either before arriving into Romania or at least 30 days before the 90-day "no visa" stay expires). To apply for an extended stay visa please visit eVisa.MAE.ro Additional information are available from any Romanian Immigration Office

Citizens of the European Union countries can enter Romania with a valid passport or with their National Identity Card.

Depending on your citizenship, you may be required to show different documents at the port-of-entry.

American and Canadian citizens as well as citizens of Australia, New Zealand and most European countries do not need an entry visa to visit Romania, providing duration of stay is not more than 90 (ninety) days, accumulated during a single visit - or multiple visits - within a six-month period.

Citizens of certain countries and territories need a visa to visit Romania. To quickly check if you need a visa please visit www.E-Visa.MAE.ro (select the "Get Informed" tab (up left) and enter the following information: passport issuing country, type of passport, purpose of your visit to Romania). Entry requirements and visa information are also available at www.mae.ro .

Please send all inquiries regarding visa and entry requirements to the nearest Consulate of Romania . RomaniaTourism has no authority or expertise to answer questions regarding travel documents or visa.

» List of countries whose nationals, bearer of a regular passport, are exempt from the requirement of a Romanian visa.

» List of countries whose nationals, bearer of diplomatic, service, official passport and seamen's books, are exempt from the requirement of a Romanian visa.

» List of countries whose nationals, holders of regular passport, need a visa to enter Romania.

Schengen Visas validity in Romania

Romania partially joined Schengen area of free movement opening up travel by air and sea without border checks. Border checks will continue to apply for those travelling by land between either Bulgaria or Romania and other Schengen area countries. Effective April 1 2024, the Consulates of Romania issue standard short-term Schengen C visas, as per recent EU directives.   Schengen Visa holders do not need to get a (special) Romanian visa to visit Romania as long as number of entries and/ or length of stay has not been not exhausted. More info concerning Romania visa requirements / Schengen visa. The Schengen visa zone includes 25 EU member countries along with four non-EU states: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

No immunizations or unusual health precautions are necessary or required. Romania has no infectious risks and there are no poisonous insects. There is no malaria in Romania. During the summer months mosquitoes are present in the Danube Delta and some low-lying regions. For your comfort take some mosquito repellent with you, if visiting Romania during the warm season.

Tap water is safe to drink; if you prefer, bottled water is inexpensive and widely available. Romania is home to more that 1/3 of the natural mineral springs in Europe. Some Romanian bottled waters are rated the best in the world for purity and taste and are exported to many foreign countries.

Naturally, we hope that you will never need to use any medical facilities. However, Romanian doctors are known for their high standard of medical education. The embassy of your country, to Romania, can probably provide a list of preferred physicians or medical facilities.

Travel with Pets in Romania

Leisure travelers or soon-to-be expatriates (departing from non-EU countries) generally fall within the EU regulations for non-commercial pet travel to Europe. The following EU regulations apply only to dogs, cats or ferrets. Please contact your Embassy/ Consulate (or the embassy of destination country) to determine what (if any) protocol to follow for other types of pets.

Documents needed to take your pet into Romania include:

1. Proof of rabies vaccinations - Rabbies Certificate (Your veterinarian issued documentation that proves rabies vaccination and disproves the existence of rabies in your pet, specifying that this documentation is certified for your travel to the EU). Your pet may not travel to Europe until at least 21 days after the primary rabies vaccine.

2. Pet's Health Certificate The health certificate must prove that your pet has had all its shots and is healthy enough to travel. Although this certificate is technically valid for 4 months, it is recommended to be completed and endorsed by the USDA within 10 days of travel to avoid any customs issues upon arrival. The results of a serological test and the pet's vaccination details must be attached to the health certificate. Obtain this documentation within 10 days of travel. For travel to Europe, an additional single-sheet EU Vet Health Certificate form must be filled out and certified by your vet.

3. Microchip Implantation Record Microchips provide electronic identification on your pet. If your pet doesn't already have a microchip you can easily get one. All original documentation must travel with your pet. Translation of documents is not needed if they are in English, French or German.

More info concerning pet movement from non-EU countries Romania Pet Travel check list

Dogs: must be kept in leash and wear a muzzle. Small pets and birds: must be kept in a cage at all times. Some municipalities might have additional regulations regarding travel with pets in city buses or trams. A small number of cities in Romania do not allow pets on board of their public transportation fleet.

Dogs: must be kept in leash and wear a muzzle at all times. Small pets and birds: must be kept in a cage at all times.

Dogs are allowed in second-class cars only; they must stay on the floor, in leash, and wear a muzzle at all times. If a passenger is allergic to pet-hair or is not comfortable in the presence of a dog, the owner of the dog must find a seat / place in another car. Dog's health certificate must be available for inspection by the train conductor.

A ticket is required for all (larger) dogs that do not travel in a pet-cage hold in the lap of the owner. The cost of a train ticket for a dog is 50% of the price of a ticket for an adult traveler.

Dog breeds with aggressive tendencies/ history (Pittbull, Boerboer, Bandogge) are not allowed on trains.

Each bus company has its own rules regarding pet travel / transportation.

Each airline has its own rules regarding pet travel / transportation. An international pet passport is required for pets traveling to EU / Schengen countries. Although there are uniform regulation within the EU, some European countries have additional own regulations regarding pets.

Romanians love pets; please don't be surprised or offended if someone you don't know tries to pet your dog or cat without asking permission.

Each hotel or restaurant has its own pet policy.

In general pets are allowed in hotels and restaurants. Many hotels will charge extra the guests bringing their pets.

Romania Customs Regulations

Romanian Customs regulations are in line with those of most European countries. A traveler can enter and leave Romania with up to 10,000 Euros (or equivalent) in cash or traveler's checks. Amounts over 10,000 Euros have to be declared when entering the country.

Items that must be declared at customs also include: art objects, historic artifacts, weapons, ammunition, explosive materials, toxic and hazadous substances.

- Tobacco: 40 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 g (100 oz) tobacco. - Liquor: 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer or 2 litres of alcoholic drinks less than 45 proof or one litre of liquor stonger than 45 proof. (one litre = 33.8 fl. oz). - A reasonable quantity of gifts with a total value of up to $450. - Goods and medical products/ medicines for personal use. Customs officers do not usually check the luggage of individual travelers or tour groups. However, you must know that, as in any other country, custom officers have the authority to check passports and to conduct enforcement examinations without a warrant, ranging from a single luggage examination to a personal search. More information on European customs regulations

U.S. / Canadian / Australian / New Zealand / European drivers' licenses are valid and can be used for driving in Romania, by visitors who are in the country temporarily (less than 90 days).

Driving is on the right side of the road.

Independent travelers entering Romania by car (own or rental) need to obtain a road toll sticker, called "RoVinieta". RoVigneta is available on-line at Roviniete , and E_Rovinieta , as well as at border-crossing points, postal offices and most gas stations. Cost of RoVinieta for passenger cars is the Romanian currency equivalent of $3.50 (7 days) or $8.00 (30 days).

Romania Rules of the Road are available at RomaniaTourism Practical Information section

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Violent crime is rare.

Pickpocketing, purse snatching and mugging occur, particularly in Bucharest and other urban centres. Be vigilant in crowded areas such as busy streets, public transportation, train stations and airport terminals. Avoid walking alone after dark.

Organized groups of thieves are particularly active in public transport hubs, such as train and bus stations, and subways.

Theft can occur on intercity trains. Don’t leave your compartment unattended. Always lock the door from the inside. Don’t travel on your own, particularly on overnight trains.

Theft from hotel rooms is common. Make sure your valuables are always locked away if leaving them in the room while you’re away.

Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times, particularly on public transportation. Avoid showing signs of affluence and carrying large sums of cash.

There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities and further attacks are likely.

Targets could include:

• government buildings, including schools
• places of worship
• airports and other transportation hubs and networks
• public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places. Be particularly vigilant if attending sporting events and during religious holidays and other public celebrations, as terrorists have used such occasions to mount attacks.

Individuals posing as plainclothes police officers may ask you to see your foreign currency and passports. Politely decline to cooperate, but offer to go to the nearest police station to sort out the issue.

Some bars and nightclubs may try to charge exorbitant prices. Discussions about overcharging may lead to threats of violence and security guards may force you to pay.

Credit card and ATM fraud occurs. Be cautious when using debit or credit cards:

• pay careful attention when your cards are being handled by others
• use ATMs located in well-lit public areas or inside a bank or business
• avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
• cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
• check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements

Cybercrime occurs. Perpetrators may compromise public Wi-Fi networks to steal credit card or personal information.

• Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks
• Avoid making purchases on unencrypted websites
• Be cautious when posting information on social media
• Be particularly vigilant when contacting or meeting individuals known over the internet

Overseas fraud

Spiked food and drinks

Never leave food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers. Be wary of accepting snacks, beverages, gum or cigarettes from new acquaintances, as the items may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.

Demonstrations

Demonstrations take place from time to time. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

• avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
• follow the instructions of local authorities
• monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Road safety

Road conditions and road safety can vary greatly throughout the country. With the exception of major city streets and intercity highways, many roads are in disrepair, poorly lit, narrow and without marked lanes.

Driving can be hazardous due to aggressive drivers, erratic driving behaviour and excessive speeds.

Don’t drive after dark outside of major cities due to unsafe conditions. These can include horse-drawn carts without lights and wandering livestock on the road.

Public transportation

Use only licensed metered taxis that display their price lists. Verify the tariffs on the taxi’s window before boarding and ensure that the meter displays the correct tariff. Tariffs are more expensive at night and when travelling outside of the city limits.

At the Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport, arrange for a taxi from the taxis booth within the arrivals terminal to get a fair rate. Don’t hail a taxi on the street; instead, order one from your hotel or use a trusted ride-sharing app.

Avoid travelling alone in a taxi to remote areas.

Rail services safety standards are generally good.

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Romanian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

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• Schengen area

Romania entered the Schengen area on March 31, 2024. Air and maritime border controls are no longer in effect. Land border controls will remain in effect until further notice.

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you expect to leave Romania.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period Business visa: not required for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period Student visa: required

The 90-day, visa-free period begins upon initial entry into Romania.

If you plan to return to Romania within 180 days of your last visit, authorities will only allow you entry for what’s left of your 90-day, visa-free exemption. If you’ve already spent 90 days within any 180 day-period, authorities may refuse you entry.

Romania is a Schengen area country. Canadian citizens do not need a visa for travel to countries within the Schengen area. However, visa-free travel only applies to stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Stays are cumulative and include visits to any Schengen area country.

If you plan to stay in the Schengen area for a longer period of time, you will need a visa. You must contact the high commission or embassy of the country or countries you are travelling to and obtain the appropriate visa(s) prior to travel.

• Foreign Representatives in Canada

Children and travel

Romanian authorities consider a child born to a Romanian parent as a citizen of Romania, even if the child was born in Canada and has a Canadian passport.

When leaving Romania, a Romanian citizen under the age of 18 must:

• travel with one of the following
• both parents
• one parent with the written consent of the non-accompanying parent
• their legal guardian(s)
• an authorized person over the age of 18 who has passed a criminal record check.
• carry a standard statement of consent to travel from their parent(s) or guardian(s), notarized by Romanian authorities. This does not apply to Romanian children returning to their proven country of legal residence.

Entry and exit requirements for children under the age of 18 may change without notice. Parents of children travelling alone or with one parent should contact the nearest Romanian embassy or consulate before departing for Romania to confirm that each child meets the latest entry and exit requirements.

• Travelling with children
• Terms of leaving Romania with Romanian minors (in Romanian)

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.

* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a risk in some areas of this destination. It is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). It is spread to humans by the bite of infected ticks or occasionally when unpasteurized milk products are consumed.

Travellers to areas where TBE is found may be at higher risk  during April to November, and the risk is highest for people who hike or camp in forested areas.

Protect yourself from tick bites . The vaccine is not available in Canada. It may be available in the destination you are travelling to.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

In this destination, rabies  may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. 

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. 

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife. 

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Tuberculosis is an infection caused by bacteria and usually affects the lungs.

For most travellers the risk of tuberculosis is low.

Travellers who may be at high risk while travelling in regions with risk of tuberculosis should discuss pre- and post-travel options with a health care professional.

High-risk travellers include those visiting or working in prisons, refugee camps, homeless shelters, or hospitals, or travellers visiting friends and relatives.

Medical services and facilities

Medical services and facilities vary throughout the country. They may not be up to the standards you might expect in Canada. Private hospitals and clinics located in cities are often better staffed and equipped than public or rural facilities. Most medical facilities expect cash payment at the time of service.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Transfer to a Canadian prison

Canada and Romania are signatories to the Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons. This enables a Canadian imprisoned in Romania to request a transfer to a Canadian prison to complete a sentence. The transfer requires the agreement of both Canadian and Romania authorities.

This process can take a long time, and there is no guarantee that the transfer will be approved by either or both sides.

Identification

You must carry photo identification at all times as local authorities can ask you to prove your identity. A photocopy of your passport is acceptable, and will help in case of loss or seizure of the original document.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect prison sentences of up to 15 years and heavy fines.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Photography

It is illegal to photograph government buildings and military installations, unless prior permission has been obtained from local authorities.

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Romania.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Romania, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Travellers with dual citizenship

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Romania.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Romania, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Romanian court.

If you are in this situation:

• act as quickly as you can
• contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Romania to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

• List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention
• International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
• The Hague Convention - Hague Conference on Private International Law
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Emergency Watch and Response Centre

You must carry an international driving permit along with a valid Canadian driver’s licence in order to drive or to rent a vehicle in Romania. However, your Canadian driver’s licence is only considered valid for up to 90 days. For stays longer than 90 days, you will need to exchange your driver’s licence for a Romanian one.

Traffic laws are strict and local authorities carry out frequent road checks.

There is zero tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol and penalties are severe. If a police officer suspects you of drinking and driving, they could confiscate your driver's licence on the spot. If you’re convicted, you can expect heavy fines and jail sentences. It is illegal to refuse a breathalyser test.

You must carry vehicle registration and proof of insurance.

A motorway vignette (locally known as a rovinieta) is required to travel outside major cities. You may purchase these at border points, post offices and large gas stations.

Headlights must be on at all times when driving, regardless of the time of day or weather.

Winter tires are mandatory during winter months.

You must carry a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a warning triangle in your car.

The use of a cellular telephone while driving is prohibited, unless it is fitted with a hands-free device.

Children under 12 cannot sit in the front seat of a vehicle.

International Driving Permit

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Although Romanian law does not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex, homosexuality is not widely accepted.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

The currency of Romania is the leu (RON).

Exchanging money on the street is illegal. You may exchange Euros in recognized establishments, such as exchange shops, banks and hotels. Carry crisp bills, as merchants may not accept well-worn or used banknotes. Traveller’s cheques are not widely accepted. The economy is primarily cash-based, but credit cards are widely accepted in major urban centres.

If you are carrying €10,000 or more, or the equivalent in other currencies, you must make a declaration to customs when you enter or leave the European Union. It includes sums in:

• banknotes and coins
• bearer negotiable instruments such as cheques, travellers’ cheques, promissory notes and money orders
• bonds, shares
• gold coins with a gold content of at least 90 %
• gold bars, nuggets or clumps with a gold content of at least 99.5 %
• any other convertible asset

This does not apply if you are travelling within the European Union or in transit to a non-EU country.

EU cash controls - European Commission

Seismic activity

Romania is located in an active seismic zone.

There is a risk of avalanches in mountainous regions when rapidly warming temperatures follow a particularly harsh winter. Extreme weather can cause landslides.

Exercise caution, monitor local news and weather reports and follow the advice of local authorities.

Emergency information guide – Romania’s General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (in Romanian)

Flooding is common in the winter and in the fall, but could occur at any time throughout the year.

High temperatures

Extreme temperatures, in both summer and winter, may cause electricity outages.

Local services

Dial 112 for emergency assistance.

Consular assistance

Bulgaria, Moldova

For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada in Bucharest and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

Thailand Expands Visa-Free Entry: 93 Nations Now Qualify

Peden Doma Bhutia , Skift

May 30th, 2024 at 7:26 AM EDT

Thailand's aggressive push to attract tourists through these visa promotions highlights its commitment to reviving the tourism sector and ensuring long-term economic stability.

Peden Doma Bhutia

In an effort to attract more tourists and remote workers, the Thai cabinet this week rolled out a series of new visa promotions, including visa-free and visa-on-arrival schemes, extended stays for students, and reduced compulsory health insurance for retirees.

Starting June 1, the number of countries eligible for visa-free entry to Thailand will increase from 57 to 93. Under the new scheme, visitors can stay in Thailand for up to 60 days, compared to the earlier limit of 30 days.

The countries eligible for visa-free stays include key tourism markets like China and India, as well as U.S., UK, Albania, UAE, Cambodia, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, Laos, Mexico, Morocco, Panama, Romania, Sri Lanka and Uzbekistan.

The Thai cabinet has also approved visa-on-arrival for 31 countries, up from the previous 19. This list includes Armenia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Fiji and Malta

Government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke emphasized the importance of tourism to Thailand’s national economy and its role in job creation. From January to May 26 this year, Thailand recorded 14.3 million tourists and aims to reach a record 40 million foreign arrivals for the full year, with an expected revenue of THB 3.5 trillion ($95.73 billion).

In comparison, 2019 saw a record 39.9 million arrivals, generating THB 1.91 trillion in revenue.

New Measures for Students and Digital Nomads

In a bid to retain talent, postgraduate students will now be able to stay in Thailand for an additional year after graduation, provided they obtain certification from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation.

This extension aims to help foreign students secure employment in the country. According to Wacharonke currently there are approximately 40,000 such students in Thailand

Digital nomads will also benefit from the new visa policies. The “Destination Thailand Visa” will now be valid for five years, allowing a 180-day maximum stay per visit, extendable for another 180 days, with another THB 10,000 ($270) fee.

Previously, digital nomads were entitled to only two 30-day stays. Wacharonke noted that this measure targets remote workers, freelancers, and those interested in learning Muay Thai and Thai cuisine.

Eased Requirements for Retirees

Retirees aged 50 years or more seeking long-stay visas will benefit from reduced health insurance requirements. Currently, these visitors must have health insurance coverage worth THB 3 million ($82,000). The requirement is now lowered to THB 440,000 ($12,000), effective for applicants from September to December. Additionally, the cabinet approved the expansion of e-visa application services at Thai consulates and embassies, increasing from 47 to 94 locations starting in September.

Targeting Key Source Markets

China and India are among the largest and most important source markets for global tourism, and Thailand is keen to capture the interest of travelers from these countries.

Data firm ForwardKeys noted a 212% surge in travel from China to Kazakhstan during this year’s Labor Day holiday, with notable increases to Singapore, Azerbaijan, Malaysia, and the Maldives, following the relaxation of visa policies.

While Thailand and China have agreed on a reciprocal permanent visa exemption , Skift had earlier reported that Thailand’s slower recovery is attributed to ongoing safety concerns.

India is also a critical market for Thailand , being the fastest-growing source of tourists. In 2023, over 1.6 million Indian travelers visited Thailand, making it the fourth-largest source market for the country. These tourists contributed more than THB 63 billion ($1.7 billion) in spending.

In November last year, Thailand decided to grant visa-free entry to Indian citizens from November 10 till May this year. The Thai cabinet this month approved a plan to extend the visa exemption for six more months.

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Thailand’s new visa measures – visa exemption and visa on arrival for over 100 countries

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Freelancers, digital nomads can stay for up to 180 days on Destination Thailand Visa

Dubai: Have you always had Thailand on your travel bucket list, but never got around to applying for the visa? A new visa programme that has been announced by the country may make it a lot easier for UAE residents to visit the country for a holiday or for work.

The expansion to the visa programme was announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs on May 28. However, the effective date of the new measures will be announced upon the completion of final legal procedures, according to the Ministry.

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Here are the details announced so far:

A visa for digital nomads: Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)

If your job allows you to work remotely, and you want to make working from the beach a part of your lifestyle, you will soon be able to apply for the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), which will allow you to stay in the country for approximately six months at a stretch, with the option to extend it for the same duration as well.

Eligibility criteria:

• Remote workers/Digital nomads/freelancers • Participants of activities such as Muay Thai courses, Thai cooking classes, sport training, medical treatment, seminars, music festivals, etc. • Spouses and dependent children of DTV holders

Period of stay – 180 days

(One-time extension of stay at the Immigration Bureau for a period not exceeding 180 days)

Visa Validity: Five years (multiple-entry)

Visa Fee: 10,000 baht (Dh996.31)

Extended visa options for tourists

Nationals of the following countries and territories are entitled to visa exemption for 60 days, where they won't need a visa for the purpose of tourism and short-term business engagements, or for a visa on arrival for 15 days:

• Albania • Andorra • Australia • Austria • Belgium • Bahrain • Bhutan • Brazil • Brunei • Bulgaria • Cambodia • Canada • Czech Republic • China • Colombia • Croatia • Cuba • Cyprus

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Vulnerable workers coming to UK in post-Brexit deal at risk of bullying and sexual harassment, report finds

M igrant fruit and vegetable pickers coming to the UK to work on farms are being bullied and sexually harassed, a report on the seasonal worker visa scheme has found.

Testimonies from workers detail rape threats and harassment in a “pervasive” environment of bullying and humiliation on UK farms, with workers reporting passing out due to work conditions and having wages withheld.

Focus on Labour Exploitation (FLEX) says it raised concerns about the plight of tens of thousands of workers when a visa scheme was launched three years ago – and that the new research demonstrates the consequences of the government’s failure to act.

The workers, many of whom came from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan or Kyrgyzstan, described “constant yelling” as a part of working life.

A small number of pickers said they were sexually harassed, with two telling researchers they were expected to provide regular sexual services to their employer.

Two workers said they had been sexually harassed by other pickers on the farm.

In one case a woman in her 40s from a central Asian country was threatened with rape by a group of men on the farm she was living and working on. She reported the threats to the farm management and was called to a meeting with her manager and the eight men who were making the threats in the same room, according to the report.

She told researchers: “Having experienced all this nightmare. Someone on the farm should be tasked to ensure the safety of lone female workers.”

She said she was hesitant to tell the authorities as she was worried if the farm management found out they “may decide to get rid of me”.

Stephen Kinnock, Labour’s shadow immigration minister, said that the evidence uncovered in the report was “deeply disturbing”.

He added: “Exploitation in the visa system must be tackled and it’s vital that for both UK and for migrant workers that the system is properly managed, controlled, and fair.”

In the new report, researchers at FLEX interviewed 83 migrant workers and received 399 survey responses from people on the seasonal worker visa route between June 2022 and October 2023.

Seven workers said that they were sometimes expected to provide sexual services for their employer or their associates, and eight people said they had received unwanted sexual attention or touching while doing their job.

Of the 83 workers interviewed, 13 people reported being shouted at, screamed at or humiliated. Researchers said this was to threaten workers into labouring faster. Interviewees said that “constant yelling” was par for the course when working on farms.

One 32-year-old man, Mansur, from Kazakhstan, said: “There are some supervisors who will pick on you and will give you a hard time. Sometimes it feels as if slavery is legal again.”

He described one incident where a female worker had fainted with stress after being berated by a supervisor.

The threat of deportation was used by employers, according to 12 workers.

Piece rates, or the rate at which fruit and vegetables are picked, were used as a way to dismiss people, the report found.

Two had experienced physical violence, with one 41-year-old woman from Romania saying she was kicked in the leg and told: “It’s okay, you can work.”

One 48-year-old man from Kazakhstan, Amir, said workers were called “f*****g idiots” and “b**ches” while picking strawberries and raspberries on a UK farm.

Another man from Kazakhstan, Rinat, 33, spoke about one particularly hot day, saying: “A very bad day was when we worked in the greenhouse with rotten strawberries. We had to wear overalls, masks and gloves. There were flies everywhere, dust and 44C weather.”

Researchers said they heard multiple accounts of people becoming exhausted or passing out because of the heat in plastic fruit tunnels.

One in 30 workers surveyed said they had had their wages withheld, and one in 50 reported not being paid at all. A third said they did not get any sick days, and one in six said they could not easily leave their site as access to transport was limited.

A previous report based on the research found that migrant fruit pickers were being saddled with debts of up to £5,500 before they arrived in the UK – with workers paying £1,231 on average to middlemen in their own countries.

The seasonal worker visa scheme was launched in 2019 to address labour shortages in the farming sector, and more than 30,000 people came to the UK on the visa last year. Earlier this month the government announced that the scheme would be extended until 2029 despite a warning from UN experts about risks of exploitation .

Lucila Granada, CEO of FLEX, said: “Three years ago we exposed key issues creating risk for workers in what was then a pilot scheme for UK horticulture. Three years on, this larger research shows the consequences of kicking these problems into the long grass. We need to ensure that workers are able to exercise their rights, and that protections and opportunities to seek redress are embedded into the seasonal workers visa route.”

Labour frontbencher Mr Kinnock added: “The Conservatives have failed to set up the single enforcement body they promised would crack down on exploitation.

“Labour would introduce a new single enforcement body for employment rights and protections, which would work tirelessly to prevent these examples of exploitation. We will also look at how we can restrict the use of repayment clauses for relocation and visa costs.”

A Home Office spokesperson said: “The welfare of all visa holders is of paramount importance. We continue to clamp down on poor working conditions and exploitation.

“Any criminal behaviour should be reported to the police as soon as possible.”

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This ‘charming’ European country is offering people the chance to move abroad

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If you’re looking for the chance to move abroad, this attractive opportunity might be right up your street.

Becoming a digital nomad is hardly a new thing – with more and more Brits in particular leaving the gloomy, grey skies for pastures new (we can hardly blame them).

However, obtaining such a visa restricts you to your current job, which might not be as enticing an offer.

Well, friends, Germany has heard those grumblings loud and clear – and is about to launch a Chancenkarte (known as an ‘opportunity card’) to invite more young and skilled workers to find jobs abroad.

The reason? Germany has gaps in various industries, which it wishes to fill – with the country needing 400,000 new skilled employees. Across industries such as IT, engineering and healthcare, the government hopes that the new ‘opportunity card’ will encourage more non-EU workers to move over.

Launching on June 1, the Chancenkarte functions like a temporary visa, with cardholders able to work part-time jobs for up to 20 hours per week. There is also the opportunity to partake in up to two weeks of trial work experience.

After this time, those involved in the scheme can apply for longer-term residency, should they wish to stay and move into a full-time job.

So what’s the catch? As with all decent-sounding offers, there are some requirements to meet. Those wishing to apply must be able to speak either English or German – and have a university degree, or at least two years’ worth of vocational training, relevant to their desired role.

Applicants must also be able to prove they have the funds or a salary to cover their stay – which comes in at just over £10,000 (£10,212, €13,003).

Finally, each person wishing to pursue the ‘opportunity card’ must also accrue at least seven ‘points’. Based on different factors and criteria, points can be obtained for being trained in a career where there is a current shortage of staff (earning you one point) or being under the age of 40 (another single point). Two points can be earned for those hopefuls aged under 35 and for those with a level B1 proficiency in German.

If you have five years of professional experience in your chosen field (within the last seven years), you can earn yourself three points, while holding a professional qualification recognise in Germany or being qualified as an engineer, teacher, nurse or other regulated role could get you a mighty four. A minimum of six points is needed to secure your eligibility.

So, if grey weather and the upcoming elections aren’t quite gelling you to the UK and you would be up for a new adventure in Germany, this ‘opportunity card’ might be for you.

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You can apply for the Chancenkart online , by registering with the Consular Services Portal – or, alternatively, at your home country’s German Embassy or, if you happen to already be in Germany, at the local Foreigners’ Registration Office.

5 reasons why Germany is underrated

• The food: From gut-friendly sauerkraut to currywurst that currently has us salivating, German food may not be the most creative or exotic – but it’s pretty damn delicious!
• Beer is a food group: Steins are a way of life – particularly if you find yourself basking in the sun in a picturesque beer garden. Though, if you are more of a vino drinker, you’ll be glad to know there are ample tasty Rieslings to sample.
• Christmas trees: If you’re someone who thoroughly and religiously partakes in the festive tradition of putting up a tree come December, you’d best know that the first Christmas tree – or ‘tannenbaum’ – was created in Germany.
• Home of the hamburger: Okay, yes, another foodie one! But the humble hamburger really is named after the Germany city! After sailors returned from trading in the Baltic regions, it is said that they brought back some uncooked shredded beef, which was then prepared by a German chef – thus creating everyone’s favourite fast food.
• Germany is green: Over one third of the country is covered in forests and woodlands – that’s over 90 billion trees. The most commonly planted are spruce trees, followed by pine; beech and oak. Excellent news for nature lovers.

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GPT-4 is better than humans at financial forecasting, new study shows

• OpenAI's GPT-4 is better than humans at analyzing financial statements and making forecasts, according to a new study.
• "Even without any narrative or industry-specific information, the LLM outperforms financial analysts in its ability to predict earnings changes," the study found.
• Trading strategies based on GPT-4 also delivered more profitable results than the stock market.

OpenAI's GPT-4 proved to be a better financial analyst than humans, according to a new study.

The findings could upend the financial services industry that, like other business sectors, is racing to adopt generative AI technologies.

According to the study conducted by the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago, the large language model did a better job of analyzing financial statements and making predictions based on those statements.

"Even without any narrative or industry-specific information, the LLM outperforms financial analysts in its ability to predict earnings changes," the study said. "The LLM exhibits a relative advantage over human analysts in situations when the analysts tend to struggle."

The study utilized "chain-of-thought" prompts that directed GPT-4 to identify trends in financial statements and calculate different financial ratios. From there, the large language model analyzed the information and predicted future earnings results.

"When we use the chain of thought prompt to emulate human reasoning, we find that GPT achieves an accuracy of 60%, which is remarkably higher than that achieved by the analysts," the study said. The human analysts were closer to the low 50% range with regard to prediction accuracy.

The large language models' ability to recognize financial patterns and business concepts with incomplete information suggests that the technology should play a key role in financial decision-making going forward, according to the study's authors.

Finally, the study found that applying GPT-4's financial acumen to trading strategies produced more profitable trading, with higher share ratios and alpha that ultimately beat the stock market.

"We find that the long-short strategy based on GPT forecasts outperforms the market and generates significant alphas and Sharpe ratios," the study said. 

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