Romania Visitor Visa
The Romania Visitor Visa is a Schengen short-stay visa (Category C) issued by Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAE) to foreign nationals visiting relatives or friends in Romania. According to official MAE guidance, “visits to relatives and friends” is one of the explicit purposes covered under Romania’s Uniform Visa framework. Among the states whose citizens need a visa to enter Romania, some are specifically required to obtain an invitation approved by the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI-MAI) when applying for a private-visit visa (symbol C/VV) — this invitation, and any supporting documents depending on the purpose of the trip, must be submitted in two original copies to the territorial offices of the IGI-MAI for approval, a process that takes up to 60 days. As with all Romania Visa categories, obtaining a visa does not confer an automatic right of entry.
Eligibility
Based on official MAE guidance, applicants for a Visitor Visa must generally:
- Be a foreign national travelling to Romania specifically to visit family members or friends, and a citizen of a country whose nationals require a Schengen visa.
- Hold a biometric passport, issued no more than 10 years prior to application, valid for at least 90 days after the planned date of departure from the Schengen Area.
- For nationalities requiring one: obtain an invitation approved by the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI-MAI), submitted by the host in Romania and processed within 60 days.
- The national form for taking charge and/or private accommodation is the IGI-MAI-approved invitation, as provided for under Article 38 of GEO 194/2002 for short-stay visas for the purposes of visits, tourism, and business.
- Hold travel medical insurance valid for the Schengen Area, with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
Government Visa Fees
Under the EU Visa Code fee schedule applied by Romania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
| Fee Type | Amount |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – standard rate | EUR 90 |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – children aged 6–11 | EUR 45 |
| Schengen Visa (Type C) – children under 6 | Free of charge |
| Reduced rate for nationals of states with bilateral visa facilitation agreements with the EU | EUR 35 or EUR 70, depending on the agreement |
| INR Equivalent | Information may vary depending on the visa category and individual circumstances |
The visa fee is charged beforehand, in EUR, and is not refunded in case of refusal.
Processing Time
According to MAE guidance, standard Schengen visa applications, including for visiting family or friends, are generally decided within 15 calendar days, extendable up to 45 calendar days in exceptional circumstances. Because the IGI-MAI approved invitation — required for private visits from certain nationalities — is processed within 60 days of submission, this preparatory step should be factored into the overall timeline, as it occurs before the visa application itself can be lodged. Applicants should coordinate with their host in Romania well in advance.
Required Documents Checklist
Step-by-Step Application Process
Important Notes
Why Choose Shivansh Consultants
Applying for a Romania Transit Visa requires accurate documentation, a valid travel itinerary, 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 transit visa application forms, passport documentation, confirmed onward travel tickets, destination country visa or entry permit (where applicable), travel itinerary, 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 transit visa requirements. We are committed to delivering transparent, reliable, and client-focused assistance throughout your Romania Transit 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 Transit Visa application with confidence.