Source: European Union/Re-open EU
13.09.2021
What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers coming from „green”, „yellow” or „red” areas (RO classification) in possession of an EU Digital Covid Certificate of vaccination (10 days after last required dose) or a Certificate of recovery (valid for 180 days) can enter Romania and are exempted from quarantine or testing requirements.
- Travellers coming from a designated “green” area (RO classification), do not need an EU Digital Covid Certificate and no quarantine is imposed on travellers from these areas.
- Travellers coming from a designated “yellow” area (RO classification), can also be exempted from quarantine if they present an EU Digital Covid Certificate indicating negative PCR test taken at the latest 72h in advance of the trip. Children under 3 are exempted from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for imperative reasons, transit, crossborder workers.
- Travellers coming from a “red” area (RO classification), need to do 14 days of quarantine, even if they present a negative test. Children between 6 – 16 years old can be exempt from quarantine if they present a test certificate (PCR, taken the latest 72h in advance). Children under 6 are except from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for short stays (less than 72h, with a negative PCR test taken the latest 72h in advance), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
The applied measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the measures in force at the time of their planned trip and the most recent decisions taken by the Government - https://gov.ro/ro/masuri.
Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine. Children under 6 years old are exempted from the PCR test requirement. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
- Travellers coming from a “red” area (RO classification), need to do 14 days of quarantine, even if they present a negative test. Children between 6 – 16 years old can be exempt from quarantine if they present a test certificate (PCR, taken the latest 72h in advance). Children under 6 are except from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for short stays (less than 72h, with a negative PCR test taken the latest 72h in advance), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine. Children under 6 years old are exempted from the PCR test requirement.
- The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
- Travellers coming from a “red” area (RO classification), need to do 14 days of quarantine, even if they present a negative test. Children between 6 – 16 years old can be exempt from quarantine if they present a test certificate (PCR, taken the latest 72h in advance). Children under 6 are except from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for short stays (less than 72h, with a negative PCR test taken the latest 72h in advance), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
May I transit this country?
Yes
Persons in transit are not subject to quarantine requirements if they leave Romania within 24 hours.
May I fly to this country?
Direct passenger flights between Romania and some high risk countries are suspended following a Decision of the National Emergency Committee (cargo, humanitarian, technical, and repatriation flights are exempted from this restriction).
You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about air passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
General measures
General information on the situation
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in indoor public spaces and in crowded outdoor areas, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Private events (e.g. weddings, baptisms, and birthdays) may accommodate:
- a maximum of 150 guests outdoor, 100 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
- a maximum of 200 guests outdoor, 150 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
- a maximum of 300 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants
- a maximum of 400 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants
- an unlimited number of guests outdoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants
Private groups of people that do not belong to the same household can gather in the public space up to 30 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and up to 50 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations with maximum of 100 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and with maximum of 500 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
The organization and outdoor performance of shows, concerts, public and private festivals or other cultural events are allowed only with the participation of up to 2,500 spectators and wearing a protective mask, if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is between 2 and 3 per 1,000 inhabitants. In this case, those attending must be vaccinated or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected but no more than 180 days).
The organization and outdoor performance of shows, concerts, public and private festivals or other cultural events are allowed with the participation of over 2,500 spectators and wearing a protective mask. In this case, those attending must be vaccinated.
The organization and outdoor performance of shows, concerts, public and private festivals or other cultural events are allowed only with the participation of up to 75,000 spectators and wearing a protective mask, if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is less than or equal to 2 per 1,000 inhabitants. In this case, those attending must be vaccinated or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected but no more than 180 days).
Safety measures for public transportation
In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), face masks are mandatory. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. In some cases, temperature checks are conducted.
Places of worship
Open with limitations
Religious activities and services can be carried out inside and outside places of worship, provided they adhere to strict health protocols. Only local residents can participate in the services.
Quarantine
Confirmed COVID-19 cases with mild symptoms, must isolate at home. Persons that are at high risk of having contracted a COVID-19 infection, need to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Find out more:
Measures to prevent and control the infection (in Romanian)
Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops
Open
Shops, shopping centres, and markets should close at 18.00 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is between 4 and 7,5 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Shops, shopping centres, and markets should close at 18.00 on every day of the week, if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 7,5 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Pharmacies and gas stations can remain open longer. Deliveries are permitted without time restrictions.
Tourist accommodations
Open
Hotels, guest houses and camping sites are open, with the following measures in place:
- social distancing measures of 1.5 metres between customers;
- limited capacity of 4 square metres per customer;
- periodic disinfection of cashier and other important areas;
- mandatory wearing of a face mask.
Catering establishments
Open with limitations
Restaurants and cafés may open between 05.00-02.00 at full capacity for counties where the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal than 3 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions
Partially
Cultural institutions or entertainment services can only operate under strict conditions. Visitors’ capacity is established at 70% for areas where the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
Personal care services
Open with limitations
Gyms can operate at 50% capacity if ensuring a surface of 7 sqm per person if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 4 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Gyms and outdoor swimming pools can operate at full capacity without mask protection and ensuring a surface of 7 sqm per person if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants
Gyms can operate at full capacity without mask protection and ensuring a surface of 4 sqm per person if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1,000 inhabitants. In this case, those attending must be vaccinated.
Indoor pools can operate up to 70% of maximum capacity, if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal than 3 per 1,000 inhabitants.
Outdoors areas and beaches
Open
Health protocols for tourism services and tourists
Information on Tourism at National level
National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM
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22.07.2021
What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers coming from „green”, „yellow” or „red” areas (RO classification) in possession of an EU Digital Covid Certificate of vaccination (10 days after last required dose) or a Certificate of recovery (valid for 180 days) can enter Romania and are exempted from quarantine or testing requirements.
- Travellers coming from a designated “green” area (RO classification), do not need an EU Digital Covid Certificate and no quarantine is imposed on travellers from these areas.
- Travellers coming from a designated “yellow” area (RO classification), can also be exempted from quarantine if they present an EU Digital Covid Certificate indicating negative PCR test taken at the latest 72h in advance of the trip. Children under 3 are exempted from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for imperative reasons, transit, crossborder workers.
- Travellers coming from a “red” area (RO classification), need to do 14 days of quarantine, even if they present a negative test (even if it is an EU Digital Covid test certificate). Children between 3 – 16 years old can be exempt from quarantine if they present a test certificate (PCR, taken the latest 72h in advance). The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10. Children under 3 are exempted from quarantine and testing requirements. Some exceptions apply for imperative reasons, transit, crossborder workers.
The applied measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the measures in force at the time of their planned trip and the most recent decisions taken by the Government - https://gov.ro/ro/masuri.
Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine. Children under 3 years old are exempted from the PCR test requirement. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
- Travellers coming from a “red” area (RO classification), even if in possession of a PCR negative test, need to do 14 days of quarantine. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Find out more:
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
The distinction is defined as follows:
- Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
- Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine. Children under 3 years old are exempted from the PCR test requirement.
- The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
- Travellers coming from a „red” area (RO classification), are subject to a 14-day quarantine. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Find out more:
May I transit this country?
Yes
Persons in transit are not subject to quarantine requirements if they leave Romania within 24 hours.
May I fly to this country?
Direct passenger flights between Romania and some high risk countries are suspended following a Decision of the National Emergency Committee (cargo, humanitarian, technical, and repatriation flights are exempted from this restriction).
You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about air passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
General measures
General information on the situation
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in indoor public spaces and in crowded outdoor areas, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Private events (weddings, baptisms, and birthdays) may accommodate a maximum of 150 guests outdoor, 100 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. Private events may accommodate up to 300 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected). Private groups in the public space cannot be larger than 10 persons if they don’t belong to the same households. Rallies and demonstrations can take place with maximum 100 participants, and under strict regulations.
Information on Tourism at National level
National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM
EU Digital COVID Certificates
This country is already connected to the Gateway and is issuing and/or verifying at least one EU Digital COVID Certificate (Vaccination, Recovery, Test)
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Romania
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The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation entered into force on 01 July 2021. EU citizens and residents will now be able to have their Digital COVID Certificates issued and verified across the EU. National authorities are in charge of issuing the certificate.
The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from Covid-19, or test result. Despite the European Digital COVID Certificate, each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what is required to enter upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your destination.
Find out more:
Information on the "EU Digital COVID Certificate"
Further information: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/ROU/7011
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21.06.2021
What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate
Information not yet available.
Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
Travel from countries classified as "green"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
Travel from countries classified as "yellow"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
Children under 4 years old are exempted from the PCR test requirement.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Travel from countries classified as "red"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "red" are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Mandatory Travel Documentation
No additional documentation required.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Entry rules for Romania depend on its national classification of risk areas.
- "Green" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is less than or equal to 1,5 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Yellow" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is between 1,5 and 3 per 1000 inhabitants;
- "Red" areas: countries where the cumulative incidence rate of new COVID-19 cases in the last 14 days is greater than or equal to 3 per 1000 inhabitants.
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
Travel from countries classified as "green"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "green" can enter Romania without being subject to any isolation or test requirement.
Travel from countries classified as "yellow"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "yellow", who do not provide a pre-departure negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival, are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
Children aged 3 and under are exempted from the PCR test requirement.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Travel from countries classified as "red"
Travellers arriving from countries classified as "red" are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
May I transit this country?
YES
Persons in transit are not subject to quarantine requirements if they leave Romania within 24 hours from the time they entered the territory of the country.
General measures
General information on the situation
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in indoor public spaces, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Social gatherings are discouraged. It is prohibited to organise private celebrations and events in closed spaces. Private groups cannot be larger than 6 persons. Rallies and demonstrations can take place with maximum 100 particpants, and under strict regulations.
Safety measures for public transportation
In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), face masks are mandatory. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. In some cases, temperature checks are conducted.
Information on Tourism at National level
National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM
Useful Info for tourists
Before starting your journey, please check visa requirements for your destination at: The Schengen visa
EU Digital COVID Certificates
This country is ready to connect to the EU Digital COVID certificate Gateway
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Romania
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The "EU Digital COVID Certificate" (available from 1 July 2021) provides proof that a person has either:
- been vaccinated against COVID-19 (vaccine type and manufacturer, number of doses, date of vaccination);
- received a negative test result, PCR or rapid antigen, with the name of the test, date and time of test, test centre and result (self-tests are not valid);
- recovered from COVID-19.
When travelling, holders of the "EU Digital COVID Certificate" will have the same rights as citizens of the visited Member State who have been vaccinated, tested or recovered.
The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from COVID or test result. Each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what you will be eligible for, upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your country of destination.
How does it work:
- Member States issue a certificate automatically or upon request, which is issued either digitally or on paper, and has a QR code with an electronic signature;
- Citizens store the certificate in their digital app or wallet and can use it when they travel;
- When the verifier asks the citizen for the certificate, the QR code is shown and the digital signature is verified.
Find out more:
Information on the "EU Digital COVID Certificate"
Press Release
Questions & Answers
Factsheet
06.05.2021
From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
Partially
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
Is a coronavirus test required?
All travellers from high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.
The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.
Children aged 3 and under are exempted.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Also, travellers that have been confirmed positive for SARS-CoV-2 disease in the last 90 days prior to entry into the country are exempt. Proof must be provided in the form of medical documents (positive PCR test at the date of diagnosis, hospital discharge ticket or test that proves the presence of IgG antibodies performed no more than 14 days before entry into the country).
Is a quarantine required?
Travellers coming from countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk will also be subject to a 14-day quarantine.
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a second RT-PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Also, travellers that have been confirmed positive for SARS-CoV-2 disease in the last 90 days prior to entry into the country are exempt. Proof must be provided in the form of medical documents (positive PCR test at the date of diagnosis, hospital discharge ticket or test that proves the presence of IgG antibodies performed no more than 14 days before entry into the country).
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
Mandatory Travel Documentation
No additional documentation required.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Third-country nationals coming from high-risk countries need to present a negative PCR test result for SARS-Cov-2, performed no more than 72 hours before entry into the national territory. Children under 3 years of age are exempt from the testing obligation.
Travellers coming from high-risk areas are also subjected to a 14-day quarantine. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. On day 8 you may get tested and if the test result is negative and you have no symptoms, quarantine ends on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from presenting a negative PCR test result, and quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Also, travellers that have been confirmed positive for SARS-CoV-2 disease in the last 90 days prior to entry into the country are exempt. Proof must be provided in the form of medical documents (positive PCR test at the date of diagnosis, hospital discharge ticket or test that proves the presence of IgG antibodies performed no more than 14 days before entry into the country).
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
Find out more:
General information COVID-19
General measures
There is a night curfew in place between 20.00 or 22.00 and 05.00 (depending on infection rates).
General information on the situation
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/ROU/7001
31.03.2021
From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
PARTIALLY
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
Is a coronavirus test required?
All travellers from high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test.
The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival.
Children aged 3 and under are exempted.
Is a quarantine required?
Travellers coming from countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk will also be subject to a 14-day quarantine.
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a second RT-PCR test no less than 8 days after arrival. If the result of this test is negative, the period of quarantine can end on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Also, travellers that have been confirmed positive for SARS-CoV-2 disease in the last 90 days prior to entry into the country are exempt. Proof must be provided in the form of medical documents (positive PCR test at the date of diagnosis, hospital discharge ticket or test that proves the presence of IgG antibodies performed no more than 14 days before entry into the country).
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
Mandatory Travel Documentation
No additional documentation required.
Find out more:
General information
National health institute
Documents you need to travel in Europe
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Third-country nationals coming from high-risk countries need to present a negative PCR test result for SARS-Cov-2, performed no more than 72 hours before entry into the national territory. Children under 3 years of age are exempt from the testing obligation.
Travellers coming from high-risk areas are also subjected to a 14-day quarantine. The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities. On day 8 you may get tested and if the test result is negative and you have no symptoms, quarantine ends on day 10.
Provisions for vaccinated people
Travellers who have received their final vaccination for COVID-19 more than 10 days ago, are exempt from quarantine. It is required to show proof of vaccination, including the dates.
Also, travellers that have been confirmed positive for SARS-CoV-2 disease in the last 90 days prior to entry into the country are exempt. Proof must be provided in the form of medical documents (positive PCR test at the date of diagnosis, hospital discharge ticket or test that proves the presence of IgG antibodies performed no more than 14 days before entry into the country).
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
Find out more:
General information COVID-19
May I transit this country?
YES
As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions.
EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence.
Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply.
Also see: Border crossing points for Romania
May I enter this country by train?
PARTIALLY
International passenger trains operate between Romania and Bulgaria, Hungary and Austria (via Hungary). Travelling by train to Serbia, Ukraine and Moldova is halted. The on-board rules are similar to those of regional trains (more details are available at http://legislatie.just.ro
Rail passenger rights
May I fly to this country?
Direct passenger flights between Romania and some high risk countries are suspended following a Decision of the National Emergency Committee (cargo, humanitarian, technical, and repatriation flights are exempted from this restriction).
You can find the latest information on air travel regulations for this country on the IATA website.
You can also find information about air passenger rights on our portal for citizens.
May I enter this country by road transport?
YES
General measures
There is a night curfew in place between 23.00 and 05.00.
General information on the situation
Health cover for temporary stays
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Social gatherings are discouraged. It is prohibited to organise private celebrations and events in closed spaces. Private groups cannot be larger than 6 persons. Rallies and demonstrations can take place with maximum 100 particpants, and under strict regulations.
Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/ROU/7001
28.01.2021
From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
Partially
Romania adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Romania are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map.
Is a quarantine required?
Entry from EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries is allowed without restrictions, with the exception of countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk.
A 14-days quarantine applies to all persons arriving from countries and areas with high epidemiological risk, and who have the right to enter the national territory, respectively: Romanian citizens, citizens of European Union Member States, European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation, and persons who fall under one of the exceptions provided by Decree no. 553 of 15.07.2020, Annex 3, art. 2, paragraph 2, letters a) - l).
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, if needed, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
Is a coronavirus test required?
Travellers who will remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, conducted no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
The quarantine may be reduced to 10 days if a test for SARS-CoV-2, performed on day 8 of the quarantine provides a negative result, and the person has no symptoms.
Find out more:
National health institute
Border crossing points
Documents you need to travel in Europe
What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?
Third-country nationals coming from countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk will be subject to quarantine.
The quarantine measure applies to all persons arriving from countries and areas with a high epidemiological risk, and who have the right to enter the national territory, respectively: Romanian citizens, citizens of European Union Member States, European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation, and persons who fall under one of the exceptions provided by Decree no. 553 of 15.07.2020, Annex 3, art. 2, paragraph 2, letters a) - l).
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to self-isolate.
The quarantine may be reduced to 10 days if a test for SARS-CoV-2, performed on the 8th day of quarantine provides a negative result, and the person has no symptoms.
Mandatory Travel Documentation
No additional documentation required.
Find out more:
May I transit this country?
Yes
May I enter this country by train?
Partially
International passenger trains operate between Romania and Bulgaria, Hungary and Austria (via Hungary). Travelling by train to Serbia, Ukraine and Moldova is halted. The on-board rules are similar to those of regional trains (more details are available at http://legislatie.just.ro
General measures
There is a night curfew in place between 23.00 and 05.00.
Health cover for temporary stays
Use of facemasks
The use of face masks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces.
07.12.2020
Entry Restrictions
Entry from EU Member States + Schengen Associated countries is allowed without restrictions, with the exception of countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk.
A 14-days quarantine applies to all persons arriving from countries / areas with high epidemiological risk and who have the right to enter the national territory, respectively: Romanian citizens, citizens of European Union Member States, European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation, and persons who fall under one of the exceptions provided by Decree no. 553 of 15.07.2020, Annex 3, art. 2, paragraph 2, letters a) - l).
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, if needed, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, conducted no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to quarantine.
The quarantine may be reduced to 10 days if a test for SARS-CoV-2, performed on the 8th day of quarantine, provides a negative result.
Transit
Third country nationals
Third-country nationals coming from countries or areas that are considered at high epidemiological risk will be subject to quarantine.
The quarantine measure applies to all persons arriving from an international journey from countries / areas with high epidemiological risk and who have the right to enter the national territory, respectively: Romanian citizens, citizens of European Union Member States, European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation, and persons who fall under one of the exceptions provided by Decree no. 553 of 15.07.2020, Annex 3, art. 2, paragraph 2, letters a) - l).
The quarantine must take place at the person's home, at a declared location or, as the case may be, at a dedicated location designated by the authorities.
Travellers who remain in Romania for less than 3 days (72 hours) and present a negative test for SARS-CoV-2, performed no more than 48 hours before entering the national territory, are exempted from the obligation to self-isolate.
The quarantine may be reduced to 10 days if a test for SARS-CoV-2, performed on the 8th day of quarantine, provides a negative result.
Find out more:
28.08.2020
Travelling to Romania
Entry from EU countries is allowed without restrictions, with the exception of Luxembourg, Malta and some regions in Spain (Aragon, Catalonia, Navarra, Community of Madrid, Balearic Islands, Basque Country).
Entry from Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein, as well as from the United Kingdom, Andorra, Monaco, Vatican City State and the Republic of San Marino, is allowed without restrictions.
Travelling from Romania or returning to Romania
No specific measures.
Rules and Exceptions
Travellers coming from countries where the incidence rate of new cases of COVID-19 in the last 14 days is less than or equal to the one registered in Romania in the same period, are allowed to enter without restrictions.
Citizens coming from countries with a high incidence of COVID-19 infection should self-isolate at home or quarantine for 14 days.
. For third-country nationals, the following exceptions apply:
- family members of Romanian citizens;
- EU/SEE/CH citizens with residence in Romania;
- holders of long-stay visa/residence permit/similar document;
- persons travelling for professional reasons proven by visa/residence permit/similar document;
- diplomatic or consular staff;
- staff of international organisations/military/who can provide humanitarian aid;
- persons in transit/travelling for imperative purposes/in need of international protection/humanitarian reasons.
Travellers coming from countries where the incidence rate of new cases of COVID-19 in the last 14 days is less than or equal to the one registered in Romania in the same period, are allowed to enter without restrictions.
Weekly updates are available in the list of affected areas
Direct passenger flights from Sweden, Portugal, UK, USA, Iran and Turkey are suspended.
Mandatory Travel Documentation
No.
Find out more:
List of affected areas
Border crossing points
Air passenger rights.
Updated info on air travel regulations may be found at the IATA website
Source: National Customs Authority
Closure of several border crossings
Several border crossings were closed to restrict trafic to certain points focussing screenings.
End date: not available
Further information: https://www.politiadefrontiera.ro/ro/traficonline/
Suspension of direct rail transport services between Italy and Romania (12.03.2020)
Romania has notified the Commission of its decision to suspend direct services of rail passenger transport between Italy and Romania.
Start date: 12.03.2020
End date: 31.03.2020
Temporary and limited relaxation of the enforcement of driving and rest times for the drivers of vehicles transporting goods.
Romania notifed a temporary and limited relaxation of the enforcement of driving and rest times under Article 14(2) of Regulation (EC) No 561/2006. It will apply to those drivers involved in the transport of goods in all the Spanish territory. It will apply to those drivers involved in domestic and international transport.
Start date: 18.03.2020
End date: 16.04.2020
Further information: https://ec.europa.eu/transport/sites/transport/files/temporary-relaxatio...