United States passport → Romania
Destination guide (English). Passport-specific notes are not layered on yet for this pair—verify rules for your nationality.
Overview
Romania is EU; Schengen entry rules are evolving—check official EU and Romanian announcements. Third-country workers need residence and work permits; EU citizens register.
What to check
Work permits
General Directorate for Immigration processes combined permits in many cases.
Posted workers
EU posting rules apply for service providers.
Tax
Romanian payroll taxes apply to local employment.
Confirm on official sources
- Verify entry visa requirements.
- Employer obtains work authorization before start.
- Register address within legal deadlines.
- EU citizens: certificate of registration.
Common routes (categories)
- Short stay.
- Combined work/residence permit.
- EU registration.
- ICT transfer.
On-site shifts or performances are often regulated differently than remote work—check local rules.
Tax topics to discuss with an advisor
Invoicing, VAT/GST, withholding, and social contributions depend on your situation.
Sources cited
Official links to verify
Last reviewed (destination content and any passport overlay): 2026-04-10
Curated destination text is maintained in English first. Verify critical details on official government pages in any language.