Romania Medical Treatment Visa
The Romania Medical Treatment Visa covers foreign nationals travelling to Romania to receive medical care, and its form depends on the expected duration of treatment. According to official Romanian consular guidance, short-term medical treatment falls under the short-stay Uniform Visa (symbol C/ZA), covering cultural, scientific, humanitarian, and medical treatment activities not exceeding 90 days. For longer courses of care, Romania’s General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI) issues a long-stay visa for long-term medical treatment, granted to third-country nationals who submit a letter of acceptance from a public or private Romanian medical institution specifying the diagnosis and duration of treatment; this visa may also be granted to a companion assisting the patient, if the patient cannot care for themselves and this is expressly mentioned in the letter of acceptance. As with all Romania Visa categories, the final decision on approval rests solely with the competent Romanian consular and immigration authorities.
Eligibility
Based on official MAE and IGI guidance, applicants for a Medical Treatment Visa must generally:
- Be a foreign national travelling to Romania to receive medical care at a public or private medical institution.
- For long-term treatment: submit a letter of acceptance from the treating institution, specifying the diagnosis and the duration of the treatment.
- For a companion: be expressly named in the patient’s letter of acceptance as someone assisting a patient who cannot care for themselves.
- Hold travel medical insurance valid for Romania for the entire period of stay, with minimum coverage of at least EUR 30,000 (some sources cite a minimum insured value of USD 45,000 for certain long-stay applications; confirm current requirements with your specific consulate).
- Provide proof of accommodation, including the complete address and contact details of the hotel, pension, house, apartment, or lease contract.
Government Visa Fees
Under the official MAE fee schedule:
| Fee Type | Amount |
| Short-stay visa (Type C, including C/ZA for short-term medical treatment) | EUR 90, per the standard EU Visa Code fee (reduced/waived rates may apply for certain nationalities) |
| Long-stay visa (long-term medical treatment) | EUR 120, which in special cases (such as official missions) can be waived |
| INR Equivalent | Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances |
Visa fees are charged beforehand and are non-refundable, even if the application is refused, except where a specific waiver applies.
Processing Time
According to official IGI guidance, for the long-stay medical treatment visa, the long-stay visa receives approval from the National Visa Center only after obtaining a favourable opinion from the General Inspectorate for Immigration, which is issued within 30 days of receiving the request, with a possible extension of 15 days. For short-stay (Type C) medical treatment visas, the standard Schengen processing timeline applies: generally 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 days in exceptional circumstances. Applicants should coordinate closely with their treating Romanian institution to obtain the letter of acceptance early, and apply well in advance of their planned treatment date.
Required Documents Checklist
For short-term medical treatment (C/ZA, up to 90 days):
- Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
- Valid passport, meeting standard Schengen validity requirements
- Recent passport-style photograph
- Letter or documentation from the treating Romanian medical institution
- Travel medical insurance valid for the Schengen Area, covering at least EUR 30,000
- Proof of sufficient financial means and accommodation
For long-term medical treatment (long-stay visa):
- Valid passport
- Completed long-stay visa application form
- Letter of acceptance from the Romanian medical institution, specifying the diagnosis and duration of treatment
- Travel medical insurance valid for the entire period of stay in Romania
- Proof of accommodation, including complete address, telephone number, and reservation/lease details
- For an accompanying companion: express mention in the patient’s letter of acceptance
- Proof of payment of the applicable visa fee
Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Romania Medical Treatment Visa requires accurate documentation, a genuine medical purpose, and compliance with the visa requirements prescribed by the Romanian authorities. At Shivansh Consultants, we provide personalized guidance and end-to-end support, assisting you with medical visa application forms, passport documentation, medical reports, appointment confirmations or invitation letters from hospitals or healthcare providers in Romania, treatment plans, proof of financial support, accommodation details, travel insurance (where applicable), and all required supporting paperwork. Our experienced consultants carefully review every application to help minimize errors, reduce delays, and ensure your documentation meets the applicable medical visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Romania Medical Treatment Visa application process. While the final decision on visa approval rests solely with the Romanian immigration authorities, our goal is to help you submit a complete, accurate, and well-prepared Romania Medical Treatment Visa application with confidence.