Romania visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Romania

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Romanian Visa.

  • One copy of duly completed visa application form.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and sufficient flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Two 30 mm x 40 mm passport-sized photographs.
  • Return and onward ticket with entry and exit dates.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Two passport sized photographs not older than three months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
  • Valid passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of visa application. The visa should have one blank page.
  • Valid travel insurance.

Romania Visa for South Africans

Facts about Romania

Romania is known for its fortified churches and castles. The most popular of these castles is the clifftop, Brahms Castle. The castle is often referred to as being Dracula’s castle. "Dracula’s Castle” is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists yearly. Another popular destination in the country is the Carpathian Mountains, which are popular for trekking, skiing, climbing, and bathing in natural thermal spas. During the summer months, the most visited attraction for tourists is Mamaia and other Black Sea Resorts which are perfect for swimming and birdwatching.
 
The travel and tourism industry in Romania is estimated to be the fourth-fastest growing in the world. The trend of tourist activities in the country shows that the number of tourists visiting the country has steadily been on the rise. In 2016, about 9.33 million tourists visited the country. In the first quarter of 2018, about 3.12 million tourists visited the country.
 
Avoid taking photographs of airports and military bases without seeking permission from the appropriate authorities.
 
Citizens of countries that require a Romanian visa can gain entry into the country with a Schengen visa. Nationals of Andorra, Australia, Canada, Israel, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United States, Uruguay, and Venezuela can gain visa-free entry for a period of 90 days in a 180-day period.

Travelers should try as much as they can to change money only in recognized exchange shops and banks as it is illegal to change money on the streets. Foreigners are not allowed to enter or leave the country with more than €10,000 or its equivalent.

Types of Romania Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 30 days
Business visa 15 days 30 days
Medical visa 15 days 30 days
Transit visa 15 days 5 days
Student visa 15 days 90 days
Official visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Romania Visa

  • One copy of duly completed visa application form.
  • Bank statement which is not older than 3 months showing sufficient and sufficient flow of funds for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Two 30 mm x 40 mm passport-sized photographs.
  • Return and onward ticket with entry and exit dates.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Two passport sized photographs not older than three months which is in accordance with the passport format for a visa application.
  • Valid passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of visa application. The visa should have one blank page.
  • Valid travel insurance.
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Romania Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for travelers with the intention of visiting Romania for sightseeing, relaxation and recreation.
  • The tourist visa also doubles as a visitor visa. You can gain entry into the country to visit friends and relatives.
  • Holders of this visa are neither allowed to work nor study while in the country.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Minors are expected to be in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • A letter of invitation from your host in the country is required. The letter should contain a valid means of identification of your host as well as your host’s home address
  • You are expected to abide by the rules of your visa.
  • At the expiry of your visa, you are to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fees is required.
  • The visa is valid for 30 days.
  • The tourist visa cannot be extended.

Romania Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows business-oriented travelers perform their business activities in the country without restriction.
  • Applicants of this visa do so with the intention of visiting the country to attend business meetings, sign and negotiate contracts.
  • Holders of this visa can attend conferences, trade fairs and business lectures.
  • A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting with in Romania should be provided. The duration and purpose of your visit in the country should be stated in the letter.
  • Letter from your current employer stating that your business leave is approved. The duration of your leave should be stated in the letter.
  • Proof of paid visa application fee should be provided.
  • If you are under the age of 18, you are expected to provide a copy of your birth certificate.
  • If you are traveling with your spouse, the original copy of your marriage certificate should be tendered.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • The visa is valid for 30 days.
  • There is no extension to the business visa.

Romania Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Medical visa is issued to foreigners who visit Romania with the intention of seeking medical attention in Romania.
  • You are required to present a document from your local physician stating your ailment and the reason treatment cannot be gotten in South Africa.
  • A letter of invitation from the medical facility taking up the responsibility of your treatment is required. The letter should state if there is an organization taking up the payment of your medical fees or if you will be responsible for it.
  • If the applicant of this visa is a minor, a document which serves as a proof of parental consent is required.
  • The original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be provided.
  • Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required.
  • You are not allowed to work or seek public funds with this visa.
  • At the conclusion of your treatment, you are required to leave the country.
  • An extension may be granted at the expiry of the visa if the treatment is not completed.

Romania Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The transit visa allows foreigners to make shortstops in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa do so if joining connecting flights to their final destination from Romania.
  • You could also be a seaman coming from a port in South Africa to join up with a ship at a port in Romania.
  • The flight ticket and the visa of your destination country should be provided.
  • If the applicant is a non-South African, a copy of your South African stay permit should be presented.
  • Minors should be in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • The visa is valid for 5 days.
  • You should have a copy of your yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Romania Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Student visa is meant for foreigners who have been accepted to an institution of learning in Romania.
  • Letter of acceptance from the school you have been accepted.
  • If you are a minor, you should have an unabridged original copy of your birth certificate.
  • Holders of this visa are not allowed to work during their time in the country.
  • Certificates and transcripts of the previous schools you have attended should be presented.
  • The visa is valid for 90 days but can be extended till the end of your studies in the country.
  • You are not allowed to request for public funds.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • Certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required.

Romania Official Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Diplomatic visa allows South African government officials visit Romania in order to foster the relationship between the country’s governments.
  • A diplomatic note from the South African government stating your status in the government, duration of your visit and the purpose of your visit in the country.
  • If the purpose of your visa is non-official, you will not be issued this visa type. The visa type that suits the purpose of your visit should be applied for.
  • Relatives of holders of diplomatic passports will be issued a diplomatic visa.
  • You are not required to pay consular fees as a diplomat.
  • Minor’s should have the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • The visa is valid for 90 days and can extended.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Romania Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

190.00 (USD)

Business visa

190.00 (USD)

Medical visa

190.00 (USD)

Transit visa

190.00 (USD)

Student visa

190.00 (USD)

Official visa

190.00 (USD)

Romania Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Pretoria

877 Justice Mahomed Street (former 117 Charles Street), Brooklyn, Pretoria, South Africa.

https://www.pretoria.mae.ro/en

pretoria.cons@mae.ro

+27 12 460 6941

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Schengen visa valid for Romania?
Yes, you can visit Romania with a Schengen visa.
How long does it take to get a Romanian visa?

A Romanian visa takes 15 days to be processed.

What is the best currency to use in Romania?

Romanian Leu is the best currency to use in Romania. Although, Euro is sometimes accepted.

How much is a pint of beer in Romania?

The average price of a pint of beer is €1.11.

Do they speak English in Romania?

Only about 40% of Romanians speak English.

Can I apply visa with foreng passport?