Visas, banking, cost of living, city guides and more β written for expats moving to Romania. Real information, no fluff.
Romania is the 7th largest country in the EU by population
Net salary in major cities, growing 10% year-on-year
Among the fastest broadband speeds in Europe, often 1Gbps
Cost of living compared to Germany, France or the Netherlands
From the moment you decide to move until you feel at home β we cover every step.
Step-by-step guide: finding housing, getting your CNP, registering residence, and everything you need in the first 90 days.
Read guide βEU free movement, work visas, the digital nomad visa, residency permits β understand your legal status and what paperwork you need.
Read guide βCompare the top Romanian banks, learn what documents you need, and discover why most expats also use Revolut.
Read guide βReal prices for rent, groceries, transport and dining in Bucharest, Cluj, TimiΘoara, and ConstanΘa. Up to 40% cheaper than Western Europe.
Read guide βFrom buzzing Bucharest to medieval Sibiu β explore Romania's seven main cities and find which one suits your lifestyle.
Read guide βNavigating the Romanian public healthcare system (CNAS), private clinics, insurance options, and finding English-speaking doctors.
Read guide βThe most-read articles for newcomers to Romania
From deciding which city to calling Romania home β we cover the 14-step process every expat should follow, including getting your CNP, opening a bank account, and registering with the local council.
Read guide βRomania introduced its digital nomad visa in 2022. Find out who qualifies, the income requirements (β¬3,300/month), required documents, and how to apply step by step.
Read guide βThe eternal question. Bucharest is bigger, more international, and more intense. Cluj is younger, greener, and has lower rents. Here is what each city is really like day-to-day as an expat.
Read guide βHere is what makes Romania one of Europe's most compelling destinations for expats right now.
Full access to the EU single market, freedom of movement, and EU citizen protections. Non-EU nationals get a stable legal framework to live and work.
Romania produces more IT engineers per capita than most EU countries. Remote workers and tech professionals find a thriving community in every major city.
Carpathian Mountains, the Danube Delta (a UNESCO biosphere reserve), Black Sea beaches, and medieval Transylvanian villages β all within a few hours drive.
Sarmale, mici, cozonac, and some of the best wine in Eastern Europe. Romania has a rich culinary tradition and a cafΓ© culture that rivals Vienna.
Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport has direct flights to 120+ destinations. Wizz Air and TAROM make cheap travel across Europe easy.
Romania consistently ranks as one of the safest countries in Europe. Violent crime is rare, and expats generally feel very safe in Romanian cities.
Start with our step-by-step moving guide β it covers everything from the first day to settling in long-term.
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