Romania

Other measures

Telework is compulsory for at least 50% of staff whenever possible.

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

Information on 'EU Digital COVID Certificates' issued in Romania

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27.01.2022

EU Digital COVID Certificates

Important: in Romania, the 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) is required to access public spaces, such as bars and restaurants, museums, swimming pools, large events. Please, consult the Measures section fur further details. Travellers are strongly advised to carry relevant certificates at all times.

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Document checklist:

All travellers must fill in a Passenger Locator Form, at the latest 24 hours before entering Romania.
Further entry requirements are listed in the sections below, and depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Romania's own national classification of risk areas: green, yellow or red areas.

Children younger than 12 are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Travellers from green and yellow countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if their 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 6 months
Negative result to a molecular (PCR) test. Validity: 72 hours

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if their EUDCC contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination
Proof of recovery from COVID-19, Validity: 6 months

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Travellers who hold documents equivalent to the 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) that meet the requirements listed above for the EUDCC can enter Romania at the same conditions.

Travellers from green, yellow and red who do not hold the documents required must quarantine for 10 days.

Exceptions to the quarantine obligation (details available on the National Platform for Emergency Preparedness):

Children younger than 12; children aged between 12 and 16 who provide a negative molecular (PCR) test, valid 72 hours, regardless of their country of departure.
Travellers in transit (maximum 24 hours)
People who do not hold proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 if they provide a negative molecular test result (valid 72 hours) and stay in Romania for maximum 3 days.
Cross-border workers entering from Hungary or Bulgaria
Romanian students (also if they reside outside Romania) and their guardians (for minor students) who have recovered from COVID-19 during the last 6 months and hold a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 72 hours.
Upon presentation of a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 72 hours: members of sports delegation, artists, drivers of certain vehicles, members of diplomatic missions and diplomatic staff.

Learn more:
National Platform for Emergency Preparedness
https://gov.ro/en/
https://gov.ro/ro/masuri

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry rules

Entering Romania is forbidden to foreign or stateless travellers arriving from Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Document checklist

Travellers must provide all the following documents:

Fill in a Passenger Locator Form, at the latest 24 hours before entering Romania.
Proof of full vaccination or proof of recovery from COVID-19 (valid for 6 months)
Negative result to a pre-departure molecular (PCR) test, valid 48 hours.

Travellers who do not hold proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 must quarantine for 10 days.

Exceptions to the quarantine obligation (details available on the National Platform for Emergency Preparedness):

Children younger than 12; children aged between 12 and 16 who provide a negative molecular (PCR) test, valid 48 hours, regardless of their country of departure.
Travellers in transit (less than 24 hours)
People who do not hold proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 if they provide a negative molecular test result (valid 48 hours) and stay in Romania for maximum 3 days.
Cross-border workers entering from Serbia, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova.
Romanian students (also if they reside outside Romania) and their guardians (for minor students) who have recovered from COVID-19 during the last 6 months and hold a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 48 hours.
Upon presentation of a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 48 hours: members of sports delegation, artists, drivers of certain vehicles, members of diplomatic missions and diplomatic staff.

Learn more:
National Platform for Emergency Preparedness
https://gov.ro/en/
https://gov.ro/ro/masuri

What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?

List of countries imposing restrictions on travellers coming from Romania

Travel warnings for Europe

Travel warnings for rest of the world)

May I transit this country?

Persons in transit are not subject to quarantine requirements if they leave Romania within 24 hours.

General measures

Information is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness and on gov.ro/ro/masuri.

The 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) or an equivalent certificate is necessary to access many places and events, listed below. It must contain proof of full vaccination (valid after 10 days after the vaccination cycle has been completed), of recovery from COVID-19 (between 15 and 180 days after being infected), or a negative result to a molecular (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours). The EUDCC is required to enter:

All shops, except grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations.
Cafes and restaurants, including terraces, and other catering establishments.
Premises of central and local public institutions (except for employees). Public administrations can deliver services to those who do not hold an EUDCC outside their premises and must take the necessary measures to ensure urgent procedures.
Touristic accommodations.
All events and organized activities, including courses, sports activities and competitions and cultural, artistic and entertainment events.

Exemptions – the EUDCC is not required in the following cases:

Access to grocery stores up to 200 square metres, pharmacies and gas stations.
Children younger than 12 are not required to hold an EUDCC or a negative test result, but they must be accompanied by an adult who holds an EUDCC.

Citizens of countries that do not issue the EUDCC should provide equivalent certificates, in English and in the language of the issuing country.

Use of facemasks

The use of FFP2 or surgical facemasks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, including in the streets, on public transport and at the workplace. Facemasks made of other materials (textiles, plastic etc.) are prohibited.

Exemptions:

children younger than 5
people working alone in the office
Provided that a 3m distance is respected: TV presenters and their guests, religious representatives during services, speakers in enclosed or open spaces.
people performing intense physical and sports activities and / or in physically demanding working conditions.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

Private events (weddings, baptisms, birthdays, festive meals, etc.) are banned.

Courses, trainings, workshop and conferences can take place betweem 5.00 and 22.00, at 50% capacity (maximum 150 participants) or 30% capacity (maximum 100 participants) depending on the local incidence rate. At least 4 square metres per participant are ensured, and everyone must wear a facemask. Only holders of a valid EUDCC can access.

Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations:

Only holders of a valid EUDCC can participate.
Maximum 100 participants.
All participants must wear a facemask.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), facemasks 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.

It is compulsory to:

Wear a facemask, except for religious representatives during services.
At least 2 square metres per participant are ensured.

Quarantine

Confirmed COVID-19 cases must isolate for 7 days if they are vaccinated or have recovered from the disease in the last 6 months. Otherwise, quarantine lasts 10 days.

Travellers who enter Romania without the documents required and people who have been in direct contact with an infected person (less than 2 metres for longer than 15 minutes and without a surgical or FFP2 mask) must quarantine according to the following rules:

Quarantine lasts 5 days for people who are vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months.
Quarantine lasts 10 days for people who are not vaccinated and have not recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months.

No further negative test result is required to end the quarantine.

Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Between 22.00 and 5.00, shops are closed and can only provide home deliveries.

Only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can access shopping centres and grocery stores larger than 200 square metres.

Exceptions: pharmacies, petrol stations, home delivery services and road trasport companies can carry out their activities under normal working conditions, in compliance with the health measures.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Tourism services can provide accommodation only for customers who hold a valid EUDCC (or equivalent certificate).

Catering establishments

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Restaurants, cafes, and all permanent and temporary catering establishments, including those inside hotels or other accommodtion establishments and terraces:

Can only host customers who hold a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document).
Are open between 5.00 and 22.00. Only home delivery services are allowed between 22.00 and 5.00.
Can operate up to 50% or 30% of capacity during opening hours, depending on the local incidence rate.

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

PARTIALLY

Bars, clubs and discos are closed.

The following establishments and activities can only operate between 5.00 and 22.00, at 50% or 30% capacity depending on the local incidence rate, and only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can access:

Museums, libraries, bookstores.
Cinemas, film and audio-visual production studios.
Shows, concerts, festivals. Depending on the local incidence rate, maximum 1,000 or 500 people can participate. Wearing facemasks and ensuring 4 square metres per person is compulsory.
Sports events, competitions and activities. Wearing facemasks and ensuring 2 square metres per person is compulsory.
Gyms and fitness centres; indoor swimming pools. Wearing facemasks and ensuring 2 square metres per person is compulsory in gyms and fitness centres.
Gaming and gambling establishments.

Personal care services

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Wearing FFP2 or surgical facemasks is compulsory.

The following establishments are only open between 5.00 and 22.0, and only holders of a valid 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) can access:

Playgrounds for children, at 50% capacity.
Fairs and flea markets, at 50% or 30% capacity depending on the local incidence rate.

Sport activities, events and competitions can take place indoors and outdoors, at 50% or 30% capacity depending on the local incidence rate, between 5.00 and 22.00. In addition:

Only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can participate.
Wearing FFP2 or surgical facemasks and ensuring a 2 square metres distance is compulsory.
No more than 10 people who do not live together can participate in recreational individual or group sports activities.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Other measures

Telework is compulsory for at least 50% of staff whenever possible.

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

Documents you need to travel in Europe
Health cover for temporary stays

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10.12.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry requirements depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Romania's own national classification of risk areas: green, yellow or red areas.

Children younger than 12 are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

Rules listed here are valid between 10 December 2021 and 8 January 2022. These measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the most recent decisions taken by the Government: https://gov.ro/ro/masuri

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

Travellers from green and yellow countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if their 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative test result. Validity: 72 hours.

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if their EUDCC contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19, Validity: 180 days.
Only valid for children older than 12 and younger than 16: negative result to a pre-departure molecular (PCR) test. Validity: 72 hours.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

Travellers from green and yellow countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative result to a molecular (PCR) pre-departure test. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from green and yellow countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed.

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days
Only valid for children between 12 and 16 years: negative result to a pre-departure molecular (PCR) test. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from red countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10 for travellers who provide a negative test result to a pre-departure molecular (PCR) test, performed within 72 hours before travelling.

Exceptions to the quarantine obligation (details available in the Government's Decisions of 6 December and 10 December 2021):

Children younger than 12
Travellers in transit (less than 24 hours)
Cross-border workers entering from Hungary or Bulgaria
Students, Romanian citizens and residents commuting to attend courses, if they hold a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 72 hours
From red countries, upon presentation of a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 72 hours: travellers staying for less than 72 hours, members of sports delegation, artists, drivers of certain vehicles, members of diplomatic missions and diplomatic staff.

Find out more:
Romania's Government website
General information
National health institute

What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Travel alert: Entering Romania is forbidden to travellers arriving from Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Only EU and Schengen Associated countries citizens are exempt from this travel ban. Upon arrival, they must perform a molecular test, remain in quarantine and perform an additional molecular test on day 8 after arrival. If the result of the second test is negative, quarantine ends on day 10.

Rules listed here are valid between 10 December 2021 and 8 January 2022. These measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the most recent decisions taken by the Government: https://gov.ro/ro/masuri.

All travellers from non-EU and non-Schengen Associated countries must hold a negative result to a pre-departure molecular (PCR) test, valid 48 hours. In addition, they must hold one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.

Travellers who only hold the negative test result must quarantine for 10 days. Travellers who do not provide any of these documents must quarantine for 14 days.

Exceptions to the quarantine obligation (details available in the Government's Decisions of 6 December and 10 December 2021):

Childer younger than 12
Travellers in transit (less than 24 hours)
Students, romanian citizens and residents commuting to attend courses if they hold a negative molecular (PCR) test result performed within 72 hours

Find out more:
Romania's Government website
General information
National health institute

What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?

List of countries imposing restrictions on travellers coming from Romania

Travel warnings for Europe

Travel warnings for rest of the world)

May I transit this country?

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

Information on the situation in the country is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness, on gov.ro/ro/masuri and on the official website on COVID-19 information.

The 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) or an equivalent certificate is necessary to access many places and events, listed below. It must contain proof of full vaccination (valid after 10 days after the vaccination cycle has been completed), of recovery from COVID-19 (between 15 and 180 days after being infected), or a negative result to a molecular (valid 72 hours) or rapid antigen test (valid 48 hours). The EUDCC is required to enter:

All shops, except grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations.
Cafes and restaurants, including terraces, and other catering establishments.
Premises of central and local public institutions (except for employees). Public administrations can deliver services to those who do not hold an EUDCC outside their premises and must take the necessary measures to ensure urgent procedures.
Touristic accommodations.
All events and organized activities, including courses, sports activities and competitions and cultural, artistic and entertainment events.

Exemptions – the EUDCC is not required in the following cases:

Access to grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations.
Children younger than 12 are not required to hold an EUDCC or a negative test result, but they must be accompanied by an adult who holds an EUDCC.

Citizens of countries that do not issue the EUDCC should provide equivalent certificates, in English and in the language of the issuing country.

Use of facemasks

The use of facemasks is mandatory in all indoor public spaces, including public transport and the workplace. Outdoors, facemasks are required in crowded spaces, such as markets, fairs and queues.

Exemptions:

children younger than 12
people working alone in the office
TV presenters and their guests, provided that a 3m distance is respected
religious representatives during services, provided that a 3m distance is respected
people performing intense physical and sports activities and / or in physically demanding working conditions.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

Private events (weddings, baptisms, birthdays, festive meals, etc.) are banned.

Courses, trainings, workshop and conferences can take place betweem 5am and 10pm, at 50% capacity and with no more than 150 participants. At least 2 square metres per participant are ensured, and everyone must wear a facemask. Only holders of a valid EUDCC can access.

Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations:

Only holders of a valid EUDCC can participate.
Maximum 100 participants.
All participants must wear a facemask.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), facemasks 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.

It is compulsory to:

Wear a facemask, except for religious representatives during services.
At least 2 square metres per participant are ensured.

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 WITH LIMITATIONS

Between 10pm and 5am, shops are closed and can only provide home deliveries.

Only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can access shopping centres.

Exceptions: pharmacies, petrol stations, home delivery services and road trasport companies can carry out their activities under normal working conditions, in compliance with the health measures.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Tourism services can provide accommodation only for customers who hold a valid EUDCC (or equivalent certificate).

Catering establishments

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Restaurants, cafes, and all permanent and temporary catering establishments, including those inside hotels or other accommodtion establishments and terraces:

Can only host customers who hold a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document).
Are closed between 10pm and 5am. Hnly home delivery services are allowed during these hours.
Can operate all night on the evenings of 24 December and 31 January.
Can operate up to 50% of capacity during opening hours (5am - 10pm).
The consumption of food and beverages should take place in dedicated open-air premises, outside buildings.

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

PARTIALLY

Bars, clubs and discos are closed.

The following establishments and activities can only operate between 5am and 10pm, at 50% capacity, and only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can access:

Museums, libraries, bookstores.
Cinemas, film and audio-visual production studios.
Shows, concerts, festivals. Maximum 1000 people can participate. Wearing facemasks and ensuring 4 square metres per person is compulsory.
Sports events, competitions and activities. Wearing facemasks and ensuring 1 square metre per person is compulsory. Audience can fill up to 50% of capacity.
Gyms and fitness centres; indoor swimming pools.
Gaming and gambling establishments.

Personal care services

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Wearing facemasks is compulsory in crowded areas.

The following establishments are only open between 5am and 10pm, and can operate at 50% capacity:

Playgrounds for children. Only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent certificate) can access.
Fairs and flea markets.

Sport activities, events and competitions can take place indoors and outdoors, at 50% capacity. In addition:

Only holders of a valid EUDCC (or equivalent document) can participate.
No more than 10 people who do not live together can participate.
Competitions ending after 10pm take place without spectators.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

Other measures

Telework is compulsory for at least 50% of staff whenever possible.

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

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30.11.2021

What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?

Entry requirements depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Romania's own national classification of risk areas: green, yellow or red areas.

Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

These measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the most recent decisions taken by the Government: https://gov.ro/ro/masuri

Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificate

For travellers from green countries (according to Romania's classification), there are no restrictions.

Travellers from yellow countries (according to Romania’s classification) can enter Romania if their 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19. Validity: 180 days.
Negative test result. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from yellow countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10, if a negative test result is obtained 8 days after arrival. Exceptions: imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers.

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania’s classification) can enter Romania if their EUDCC contains one of the following:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Proof of recovery from COVID-19, Validity: 180 days.
Only valid for children between 12 and 16 years: negative result to a molecular test. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from red countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10, if a negative test result is obtained 8 days after arrival. Exceptions: short stays (less than 72 hours and with a negative molecular test taken in the previous 72 hours), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers.

Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirements

For travellers from green countries (according to Romania's classification), there are no restrictions.

Travellers from yellow countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Negative test result. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from yellow countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. Exceptions: imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers.

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Only valid for children between 12 and 16 years: negative result to a molecular test. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from red countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10, if a negative test result is obtained 8 days after arrival. Exceptions: short stays (less than 72 hours and with a negative molecular test taken in the previous 72 hours), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers.

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?

Entry requirements depend on the colour attributed to the country of departure, according to Romania's own national classification of risk areas: green, yellow or red areas.

Attention! Entering Romania is forbidden to travellers arriving from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Only EU and Schengen Associated countries citizens are exempt from this travel ban. Upon arrival, they must perform a molecular test, remain in quarantine and perform an additional molecular test on day 8 after arrival. If the result of the second test is negative, quarantine ends on day 10.

Children younger than 12 are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements.

For travellers from green countries (according to Romania's classification), there are no restrictions.

Travellers from yellow countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Pre-departure negative test result. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from yellow countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10, if a negative test result is obtained 8 days after arrival.

Travellers from red countries (according to Romania's classification) can enter Romania if they can provide one of the following documents:

Proof of full vaccination, completed at least 10 days before travelling.
Only valid for children between 12 and 16 years: negative result to a molecular test. Validity: 72 hours.

If travellers from red countries cannot provide any of these documents, a 14-day quarantine is imposed. The quarantine can end on day 10, if a negative test result is obtained 8 days after arrival. Exceptions to the quarantine requirement: short stays (less than 72 hours and with a negative molecular test taken in the previous 72 hours), imperative reasons, transit, cross-border workers.

These measures are subject to change and regular review. Travellers are advised to consult the most recent decisions taken by the Government: https://gov.ro/ro/masuri

Find out more:

May I transit this country?

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

Information on the situation in the country is available on the National Platform for emergency preparedness, and on the official website on COVID-19 information.

A curfew between 10pm and 5am is in place. Exemptions:

Holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC), or equivalent document, certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection).
People moving for professional reasons (going from home to the place of work and back). Supporting documents and a declaration of honour, filled in in advance, are required.
People moving for medical reasons that cannot be postponed or carried out remotely, including the purchase of medicines. A declaration of honour, filled in in advance, is required.
People who are travelling; supporting documents (tickets, payments etc.) and a declaration of honour, filled in in advance, are required.
People moving for justified reasons, such as vaccinations, childcare, assisting the elderly / sick or people with disabilities, death of a family member. A declaration of honour, filled in in advance, is required.
People leaving their home because of a serious or imminent danger. They must call the national emergency number 112.

The 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) is necessary to access many places and events, listed below. It must contain proof of full vaccination (valid after 10 days after the vaccination cycle has been completed) or of recovery (between 15 and 180 days after being infected). The EUDCC is required to enter:

All shops, except grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations.
Cafes and restaurants, including terraces, and other catering establishments.
Premises of central and local public institutions (except for employees). In this case, a negative test result is also accepted. Public administrations can deliver services to those who do not hold an EUDCC outside their premises.
Touristic accommodations.
All events and organized activities, including courses, sports activities and competitions and cultural, artistic and entertainment events.
Private sector establishments where 50 or more employees work simultaneously.

Exemptions – the EUDCC is not required in the following cases:

Access to grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations.
Children younger than 12 are not required to hold an EUDCC or a negative test result, but they must be accompanied by an adult who holds an EUDCC.

Citizens of countries that do not issue the EUDCC should provide equivalent certificates, in English and in the language of the issuing country.

Use of facemasks

The use of facemasks is mandatory in all indoor and outdoor public spaces, including public transport.

Exemptions:

children younger than 12
people working alone in the office
TV presenters and their guests, provided that a 3m distance is respected
religious representatives during services, provided that a 3m distance is respected
people performing intense physical and sports activities and / or in physically demanding working conditions.

Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events

Private events (weddings, baptisms, birthdays, festive meals, etc.) are banned.

Courses, trainings and workshop can take place at 30% capacity and with no more than 150 participants. At least 2 square metres per participant are ensured, and everyone must wear a facemask. Only holders of an EUDCC certifying vaccination or recovery can access. The same conditions apply to conferences - only possible between 5am and 9pm.

Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations:

Only holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection) can participate.
Maximum 100 participants.
All participants must wear a facemask.

Safety measures for public transportation

In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), facemasks 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.

It is compulsory to:

Wear a facemask, except for religious representatives during services.
At least 2 square metres per participant are ensured.

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 WITH LIMITATIONS

Between 9pm and 5am, shops are closed and can only provide home deliveries.

Only holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection) can access shopping centres.

Exceptions: pharmacies, petrol stations, home delivery services and road trasport companies can carry out their activities under normal working conditions, in compliance with the health measures.

Tourist accommodations

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Tourism services can provide accommodation only for customers who hold an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection).

Catering establishments

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Restaurants, cafes, and all permanent and temporary catering establishments, including those inside hotels or other accommodtion establishments and terraces:

Can only host customers who hold an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection).
Are closed between 9pm and 5am. Hnly home delivery services are allowed during these hours.
Can operate up to 50% of capacity during opening hours (5am - 9 pm).
The consumption of food and beverages should take place in dedicated open-air premises, outside buildings.

Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions

PARTIALLY

Bars, clubs and discos are closed.

The following establishments and activities can only operate between 5am and 9pm, and only holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination or recovery from COVID-19 can access:

Museums, libraries, bookstores.
Cinemas, film and audio-visual production studios.
Shows, concerts, festivals.
Gyms and fitness centres; indoor swimming pools.
Gaming and gambling establishments.

Personal care services

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Outdoors areas and beaches

OPEN WITH LIMITATIONS

Wearing facemasks is compulsory.

The following establishments are only open between 5am and 9pm, and can operate at 30% capacity:

Playgrounds for children. Only holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection) can access.
Fairs and flea markets.

Sport and recreational activities are only allowed outdoors. In addition:

Only holders of an 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (or equivalent document) certifying full vaccination (completed at least 10 days before) or recovery from COVID-19 (valid between 15 and 180 days after the infection) can participate.
No more than 10 people who do not live together can participate.
Competitions take place without spectators.

Health protocols for tourism services and tourists

National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISM

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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:

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:

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

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

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

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:

General information

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:

General information

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

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

Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Romania

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)

_________

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"

Press Release

Questions & Answers

Factsheet

Further information: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/ROU/7011

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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.

vaccination-benefits 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.

vaccination-benefits 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.

vaccination-benefits 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.

vaccination-benefits 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

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

Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Romania

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

_________

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).

Documents you need to travel in Europe

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.

vaccination-benefits 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.

vaccination-benefits 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

Driving abroad

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, 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.

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