Complete guide to working in Romania including visa types, job markets, legal requirements, and step-by-step employment procedures.
Choose the right work authorization based on your employment type and duration of stay.
Short-term employment up to 12 months
Agricultural and tourism seasonal work
Extended employment with renewable permits
Highly skilled professionals with EU mobility
Software development, cybersecurity, AI, and digital services with international companies
Automotive, machinery, textiles, and industrial production with EU market access
Medical professionals, nursing, pharmaceutical, and healthcare administration
Banking, accounting, financial services, and business administration
Streamlined process from job search to legal employment in Romania.
Search for jobs through official channels, recruitment agencies, or company websites. Ensure the employer can sponsor work permits.
Obtain a formal job offer and employment contract from a Romanian employer willing to sponsor your work permit application.
Submit work permit application through employer or immigration authorities with required documentation and qualifications.
Once work permit is approved, apply for work visa at Romanian consulate in your home country with permit and supporting documents.
Upon arrival, register with local authorities, obtain residence permit, social security number, and complete tax registration.
Key legal and administrative requirements for working legally in Romania.
Required for non-EU citizens. Employer must demonstrate no qualified EU candidate available for the position.
10% flat income tax rate, social security contributions required. Tax residency after 183 days in Romania.
Healthcare, unemployment benefits, pension contributions. Access to Romanian social security system.
Professional qualifications may require recognition through CNRED or relevant professional bodies.
Government agencies and official platforms for job searching and work authorization.
National Agency for Employment providing job search services, unemployment benefits, and labor market information.
Visit ANOFM PortalGeneral Inspectorate for Immigration handling work permits, residence permits, and immigration procedures.
Visit IGI PortalEuropean job mobility portal connecting Romanian employers with EU workers and providing job placement services.
Visit EURES Portal