Romania Visa Requirements
For 🇺🇸 United States passport holders
Great news! United States passport holders can enter Romania without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
Starting late 2026, US citizens will need ETIAS authorization (€7, valid 3 years) before traveling to the Schengen Area. 90-day limit within 180 days applies to entire Schengen zone.
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 stay
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid US Passport
Must be valid for at least 3-6 months beyond your planned departure date (varies by country)
Return or Onward Ticket
Proof of departure from the country, such as a return flight or onward travel booking
Proof of Accommodation Recommended
Hotel reservation, Airbnb booking, or address where you will be staying
Proof of Sufficient Funds Recommended
Credit cards, bank statements, or cash to cover expenses during your stay
Travel Insurance Recommended
Recommended for all international travel covering medical emergencies
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Routine vaccines. Tick-borne encephalitis for rural.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Generally safe. Watch for pickpockets in cities.
Money & Costs
Currency
lei Romanian Leu (RON)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $35 · Mid: $70 · Luxury: $180+
Cards & ATMs
Widely accepted in cities.
Tipping
10% in restaurants.
Practical Info
Power
Type C, F, 230V, 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
Emergency: 112
Mobile/SIM
Buy at Orange, Vodafone, Telekom.
Getting There
Airport Transfers
Bucharest: Express bus 3.5 lei/40min, taxi 50-70 lei.
Local Transport
Bucharest has metro. Trains connect cities.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Romania is a year-round destination with distinct experiences each season. Late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-October) offer ideal temperatures for exploring Transylvania castles, painted monasteries of Bucovina, and hiking in the Carpathians. Summer is warm and perfect for Black Sea beaches, though popular areas get crowded. Winter transforms mountain villages into ski destinations - Poiana Brasov and Sinaia offer affordable skiing from December to March. The Carpathians are stunning with fall foliage in October. Traditional festivals and markets enliven every season, with Christmas markets in December being particularly charming.
Cultural Notes
Romania is a Latin island in a Slavic sea - the language derives from Roman colonization and Romanians are proud of this heritage. The country offers one of Europes last glimpses of traditional rural life, especially in Maramures where wooden churches dot the landscape and horse carts share roads with cars. Transylvania evokes Gothic imagery (thanks to Bram Stoker), but the reality is charming medieval towns, forested hills, and welcoming villages. Orthodox Christianity shapes cultural life with beautiful churches and religious holidays. Romanians are generally warm but may seem reserved initially. The communist period under Ceausescu left scars still visible in Bucharest architecture, but the country has transformed remarkably since 1989.
Insider Tips
Romania offers exceptional value for travelers, with prices significantly lower than Western Europe despite EU membership. Trains connect major cities affordably, though buses are often faster and more reliable. Renting a car opens up the spectacular Transfagarasan and Transalpina mountain roads (open June-October only). Bucharest divides opinion - give it time to reveal its eclectic charm. The painted monasteries of Bucovina and the fortified churches of Transylvania are UNESCO treasures. Bran Castle (marketed as Dracula Castle) is touristy but the surrounding region is genuinely atmospheric. Try mici (grilled meat rolls), sarmale (stuffed cabbage), and tuica (plum brandy). Credit cards work in cities; carry cash for villages.
Dress Code
Casual to smart casual.