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.
Not yet Schengen but visa-free for US citizens.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
2 page(s) required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Vaccinations
Routine vaccines. Tick-borne encephalitis for rural.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Generally safe. Watch for pickpockets in cities.
Money & Costs
Daily Budget (USD)
Cards & ATMs
Widely accepted in cities.
Tipping
10% in restaurants.
Practical Info
Emergency Numbers
Emergency: 112
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
May-September. December for Christmas markets.
Cultural Notes
Latin culture in Eastern Europe. Orthodox traditions. Hospitality important.
Insider Tips
Transylvania is beautiful. Visit painted monasteries. Bucharest underrated.
Dress Code
Casual to smart casual.