Romania work route
1 current source-backed work pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment / work permit and long-stay visa | The official IGI page describes employment in Romania, employer-obtained work permission, categories of workers, and processing of employment notices. | 2026-07-13 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Employment / work permit and long-stay visa | The exact destination-specific EU Immigration Portal page states route conditions including: ation Portal Employed worker in Romania Employed worker in Romania Are you a non-EU citizen wishing to work as an employed worker in Romania? You can find information below on the conditions to fulfil and procedures to follow, as well as the rights you can enjoy during your stay. 1 April 2025 Page contents Page contents Conditions To work in Romania as an employed worker, you must obtain a work authorisation and a long-stay visa; If you intend to work in Romania for more than 90 days, you must also get a temporary residence permit after you arrive in Romania. Each year, the Romanian government establishes the number of work authorisations which can be granted to foreign workers. Specific bilateral agreements apply to nationals from Canada, Japan and the United States of America. Procedures Where and how to apply Work authorisation Your future employer must apply on your behalf to the General Inspectorate for Immigration for a work authorisation (unless you are exempt), which will be issued within the quotas fixed by the Government. The General Inspectorate for Immigration will verify that the employer can pro | Official source |
Official sources
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