Long-stay study visa (D/SD) and student residence permit
Non-EU students accepted by an accredited Romanian institution apply for a long-stay study visa at a Romanian mission, then for a residence permit from the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI) after arrival. Applicants need a Ministry of Education acceptance, a year's tuition paid and funds at the minimum gross wage level. Students may work part-time without a work permit.
Life in Romania
Money
3
Currency
Romanian Leu
RON
Romanian Leu
Cost of living
49
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
Flat 10%
Income tax (national)
VAT 21% · social security 35%
Flat 10% on income from each source (Fiscal Code art. 64).
Living
1
Happiness
#32 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
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Who it’s for
Non-EU nationals admitted to full-time study at an accredited or provisionally authorised Romanian institution.
Eligibility
Acceptance
Letter of acceptance from the Ministry of Education for a full-time course at an accredited or provisionally authorised institution.
Tuition
Show proof that you have paid tuition for at least one year.
- Minimum period covered: one year
Official wording
Proof of tuition payment for at least one year.
Means of support
Show means of support of at least the national minimum gross basic wage for each month.
- Visa: for the whole visa period
- Residence permit: for at least 6 months
- State scholarship holders are exempt
Official wording
At least the national minimum gross basic wage per month for the whole visa period; for the residence permit, for at least 6 months. State scholarship holders exempt.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementInsurance
- Document checklistMinistry of Education acceptance letter
- FeesLong-stay visa fee
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Other routes to Romania
- Visit & tourismRomania Schengen short-stay visa (uniform visa type C) and visa-free visits
- Work permitsLong-stay employment visa (D/AM1, D/AM2) via the WorkinRomania single application
- Permanent residenceLong-term residence right
- FamilyFamily reunification
- Status in-countryDigital nomad long-stay visa and residence
