Romania Visa RequirementsFor United Kingdom passport holders
UK passport holders can visit Romania visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Romania became a full Schengen member in 2024.
Great news! United Kingdom passport holders can enter Romania without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for short stays. Present a valid UK passport at the point of entry. Border officers may ask about your accommodation and return travel plans. Days spent in Romania now count toward your overall Schengen allowance.
Romania is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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United Kingdom to Romania: What You Need to Know
Romania joined the Schengen Area for air and sea travel in March 2024 and for land borders in January 2025. British citizens are subject to the standard Schengen 90/180-day rule when visiting Romania.
Practical Tips
Romania is popular for city breaks to Bucharest, Transylvania castles, and the Carpathian Mountains. The local currency is the Romanian Leu (RON). Romania is an EU member but not part of the Eurozone. EU citizens now have fully free movement rights; UK citizens are subject to the 90-day Schengen cap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do UK citizens need a visa for Romania?
No. British citizens can visit Romania visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Romania joined the Schengen Area in 2024, so days spent there count toward your overall Schengen allowance.
When did Romania join Schengen?
Romania joined the Schengen Area for air and sea borders in March 2024, with land borders following in January 2025. This means entry to Romania from another Schengen country no longer involves passport checks, and UK visitors must track their Schengen days accordingly.
Does Romania use the Euro?
No. Romania is an EU member but has not yet adopted the Euro. The local currency is the Romanian Leu (RON). Euros are not widely accepted for everyday payments, though some tourist businesses may take them.
What should I visit in Romania?
Romania has diverse attractions including the castles of Transylvania (Bran Castle is often linked to Dracula), the painted monasteries of Bucovina, the Danube Delta, and the Carpathian Mountains. Bucharest is a lively capital with beautiful architecture and a growing arts and restaurant scene.