As you may be aware, the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the Romanian Government Scholarship applications , so it is necessary to inform you about the process of obtaining a study visa in Romania. All foreign nationals who are not European citizens and who come to Romania for more than 90 days must apply for a long-stay visa in Romania. The Romanian study visa comes under the long-stay visa (code D/SD).

Romania has a modern and highly performing education system. Foreign citizens can study in Romania on their own or through a scholarship. The Romanian Government Scholarship offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a great opportunity as it is open for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD programs. It will cover all expenses for the entire duration. This article will explain the requirements and application process for a Romanian study visa.

What is a long-stay visa for Romania (code D/SD)?

This type of visa is granted to third-country nationals who intend to travel to Romania for either undergraduate or postgraduate studies, training or internships.

Working while studying in Romania

A Romanian study visa allows you to work up to four hours per day (part-time) without the need to obtain a separate work permit.

Study visa requirements in Romania

All these documents are required before applying for a visa at the Romanian Embassy.

• You must have an admission to study issued by a Romanian university.
• After the university issues its approval for enrolment, you must obtain permission to study from the Romanian Ministry of Education.
• Proof of payment of tuition fees for at least one year (if you are not on a scholarship)
• Proof of financial support.
• Certificate of good conduct
• Proof of residence in Romania
• health insurance
• Long-stay visa application form for Romania, which you can download from the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
• Valid passport
• Passport-size photos

Visa cost

The application fee for a long-term residence visa in Romania (referred to as D) is  120 euros.

Romania Long Stay Visa Application Form

All applicants must download the Long Stay Visa Application Form, fill it out, and attach all required documents. You can download the forms here.

Processing time

The Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends submitting applications for long-stay visas at least 45 days before the planned day of travel.

How do I apply for a study visa in Romania?

To apply for a visa, it is necessary to make an appointment in advance. To make an appointment, please visit the website: https://evisa.mae.ro

The visa application must be submitted in person, and  visa applications sent by mail or express mail are not accepted .

• Visit the website: https://www.mae.ro/en/romanian-missions
• Select your country from the list.
• The website of the Romanian embassy in your country will then open.
• From there, you can book an appointment.
• You can also call or contact the Romanian embassy in your country to find out how to make an appointment.