The digital nomad visa in Romania is granted to those who want to work remotely from Romania for foreign companies. Our immigration lawyer in Romania can provide complete assistance to foreign nationals willing to apply for this type of visa and its corresponding residence permit.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Special regime for a digital nomad visa in Romania (Yes/No) | Yes, for third-state nationals. |
| Visa entry requirements for Romania | Present the mandatory documents required for obtaining the long-stay visa for digital nomads. |
| Maximum period in the country without a visa | Depending on nationality |
| Short-term residence duration | 90 days |
| Long-term residence duration | 1 year or more |
| Visa for frequent travellers | Not applicable |
| Documents required for the self-employed applying for a digital nomad visa in Romania | Proof of being employed with a company located outside of Romania, proof of minimum income, medical insurance, proof of accommodation, etc. |
| Self-employed person visa validity | 1 year, can be renewed |
| Minimum income for self-employed persons | At least three times the average gross monthly salary in Romania for the last 6 months prior to the visa application submission date. |
| Investor or business visa available | Yes, subject to different conditions. |
| Permanent residence in Romania | After at least 5 years of lawful stay in Romania. |
| Permanent residence conditions | Minimum lawful residence, proof of financial resources, medical insurance, accommodation, Romanian language knowledge, etc. |
| Dependents can join the visa holder in Romania | Not applicable |
| Family reunification option | Under the conditions for the family reunification visa for third-country nationals. Our team can give you more details. |
| Taxation requirements for the holder of a digital nomad visa in Romania | Digital nomads who spend less than 183 days in the country are not considered tax residents. Our team can give you more details about personal income taxes and compliance for those who acquire fiscal residence in Romania. |
According to the definition in force for the purpose of this visa, a digital nomad is a foreigner who is employed with a non-Romanian company and who engages in the provision of services under said agreement through the use of information and communication technology.
Foreign nationals who own a company registered outside Romania and who can run this company remotely, through the use of specific information and communication technology, can also apply for a Romanian digital nomad visa.
The Romanian digital visa is primarily aimed at non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, as the latter already have the right to live and work in Romania without needing a special visa.
The conditions are briefly listed below by our team:
As stated, the applicant must be able to show that they have sufficient, lawful income gained from either their owned business or their employment agreement.
According to the National Statistical Institute, the minimum gross monthly salary in the country, in March 2026, was 9,902 lei or about 1,887 euros.
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.
The following documents and conditions apply:
Foreign nationals who want to remain in Romania as digital nomads and prepare their application dossier must know that:
Yes. The first renewal is granted for a period of 6 months.
Subsequent extensions of the right to stay in Romania may be granted if the applicant continues to satisfy the income requirements.
For this purpose, the applicant must provide proof that they have an income of at least three times the average gross monthly salary for the period for which the extension is requested. The remuneration must continue to be derived from their remote activities.
Foreigners should know that they will be asked to provide an income certificate issued by the competent tax authority. They will also be subject to different taxation rules in Romania, once the initial tax-free period expires.
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.
Please note that the exemption does not apply to other types of income earned in Romania, such as rental income or capital gains.
Feel free to contact our immigration lawyers in Romania for more details.
Our partner lawyers can also help you if you decide to choose another country for obtaining a freelance visa, such as the UAE, where it takes only 3-4 days to get it.