Nomad Visa

The Conditions for the Digital Nomad Visa in Romania

The new Romanian digital nomad visa was introduced via Law 22/2022 and sets forth a new regime for foreign nationals who wish to work remotely from the country while deriving their income from outside of Romania. This visa is primarily aimed at non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, as these individuals already have the right to live and work in Romania without needing a special visa.The following conditions apply:

The applicant derives income from a foreign company and is able to work using information or communication technology.
The applicant can also be the owner of a company incorporated outside of Romania and can work remotely.
Sufficient income, at least three times the average gross monthly income in the country, for the last six months prior to submitting the visa application and for the entire duration of the stay.
Medical insurance with a coverage of at least EUR 30,000 for the entire duration of the stay.
Proof of accommodation in Romania, usually in the form of a rental agreement.

The digital nomad visa in Romania is considered a long-term visa for other purposes and is valid for 90 days. It can be extended by obtaining a residency permit in Romania. A special application is submitted to the General Inspectorate for Immigration, and proof of lawful stay is also required.Please note that you cannot bring your family through the digital nomad visa in Romania. However, if you wish to do so, our Romanian immigration lawyers can explain the options available for family reunification.Upon request, we also provide details about the business visa, as well as other types of visas suited for long-term or short-term stays. We can also give more information about residency in Romania. For those interested in Romanian citizenship, we inform you that foreigners can obtain it through naturalization, which requires at least eight years of residence in Romania. If you are married to a Romanian national, you can apply for citizenship after at least five years of marriage.

Documents Required for the Romanian Digital Nomad Visa

The following documents and conditions apply:

A document presenting official information about the company you work for.
Proof of valid medical insurance.
Proof of accommodation arrangements.
Proof of sufficient means of subsistence.
Travel tickets and other relevant travel documents.
A tax compliance certificate from your home country’s tax authority.
A criminal record certificate.
Employment agreement with the foreign employer or proof of company registration for foreign business owners.
Letter of intent.
Provide a criminal record certificate and any other additional documents; sworn translations in Romanian are required.

Taxation Rules for Digital Nomads in Romania

One of the advantages of obtaining a digital nomad visa in Romania is the tax exemption. For the first six months of their stay, digital nomads are not required to pay income tax or social contributions on their salary income.However, after staying for more than 183 days within a 12-month period, digital nomads are considered tax residents and become subject to Romanian taxes on their income.To obtain tax residency, you must register with ANAF (Romanian Tax Authority) within 30 days of staying in the country for more than 183 days in any 12 months. Our immigration lawyers in Romania can also help with the tax registration.Please note that the exemption does not apply to other types of income earned in Romania, such as rental income or capital gains.We can explain more about the Romanian digital visa and the taxation rules that apply to digital nomads if you are interested.

Reasons to Choose Romania for Remote Work

Some of the main reasons to apply for a Romanian digital nomad visa include:

Affordable Costs: Rent, food, and transportation costs are lower in Romania compared to other Western European capital cities.
Networking: Foreign digital nomads can connect with other like-minded professionals, both nationals and expats.
A Beautiful Country: Foreigners with a digital nomad visa in Romania will enjoy exploring the beautiful regions and mountains.
Fast Internet Connection: Romania has excellent internet speeds. According to SpeedTest.net, Romania had the following median internet speed in August 2024 (for fixed broadband):
- 1. 1. 1. Rank: 13
      2. Download speed: 200.94 Mbps
      3. Upload speed: 135.72 Mbps
      4. Latency: 6ms

Our English-speaking team will help you prepare the application for the Romanian digital nomad visa and will also assist you upon request once you arrive in the country. Moreover, our lawyers in Romania are also able to answer questions from various other areas of law, such as real estate, business law, and more.A digital nomad who decides to remain in the country will usually only do so for a limited time. However, for those who decide to remain in Romania for medium to long-term purposes, our team can answer questions about the long-stay visa or, for those interested in a permanent relocation, any questions about acquiring Romanian citizenship by naturalization.Feel free to contact our immigration lawyers in Romania for more details.

Step-by-Step Process for Obtaining a Digital Nomad Visa in Romania

Step 1: Ensure Eligibility

Confirm that you derive income from a foreign company or own a company incorporated outside of Romania.
Ensure your income is at least three times the average gross monthly income in Romania for the last six months.

Step 2: Gather Required Documents

Valid passport
High school diploma (if any)
Complete bio-data or CV with living address
Father's and mother's names or birth certificate
Proof of valid medical insurance with coverage of at least EUR 30,000
Proof of accommodation in Romania (rental agreement)
Document presenting official information about the company you work for
Travel tickets and other relevant travel documents
Tax compliance certificate from your home country’s tax authority
Criminal record certificate
Employment agreement with the foreign employer or proof of company registration
Letter of intent

Step 3: Submit Visa Application

Apply for the digital nomad visa at the nearest Romanian embassy or consulate.
Pay the visa application fee.
Submit all the required documents.

Step 4: Obtain the Visa

The digital nomad visa is valid for 90 days.
After obtaining the visa, travel to Romania.

Step 5: Apply for Residency Permit

Submit a residency permit application to the General Inspectorate for Immigration in Romania.
Provide proof of lawful stay.

Step 6: Obtain Residency Permit

If approved, receive your residency permit, allowing you to stay in Romania for an extended period.

Step 7: Tax Registration (if staying over 183 days)

Register with ANAF (Romanian Tax Authority) within 30 days of staying in Romania for more than 183 days in any 12 months.

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