Moving to Romania: Residence and Relocation Guide
Movevia Editorial Team · Published 2026-08-04 · 7 min read
Romania has become a common destination for remote workers, employees of international companies and students. The relocation itself is manageable if you separate the legal steps from the practical ones and start both early.
Requirements, fees and procedures may change and depend on your nationality and purpose of stay. Always verify current requirements with the relevant government authority or a qualified professional.
Legal status
Your route depends on whether you are an EU or non-EU national and on why you are staying: employment, company activity, study, family or long-term residence after a qualifying period.
Employers and universities often support part of the process, but the responsibility for documents and deadlines stays with you.
Housing
- Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca and Timișoara have the deepest rental markets and the highest prices
- Ask about building maintenance charges and heating type before signing
- Confirm what the deposit covers and how it is returned
- Make sure the contract supports any registration you need to complete
Everyday setup
- Mobile and home internet are competitive; compare before committing
- Open a local account once your documents allow it
- Understand local transport options before choosing a neighbourhood
- Keep certified translations of key documents in one folder
Family and healthcare
Check school options early if you are moving with children; international and bilingual schools have their own admission calendars. Arrange health cover for the period before any local entitlement begins.
Services and professionals
The Romania country page lists relocation services available locally, and the expert matching flow lets you compare independent immigration professionals who work on Romanian cases.
Requirements, fees and procedures may change. Always verify current requirements with the relevant government authority or a qualified professional.
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