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Romania for Digital Nomads

Romania offers a digital nomad visa (Digital Nomad Visa), costs from about $35 per day, and has fixed internet averaging 283 Mbps.

Key facts

• Capital: Bucharest
• Region: Eastern Europe, Europe
• Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
• Languages: Romanian
• English proficiency: Medium
• Time zone: UTC+2 / UTC+3 (DST)
• Visa-free stay: Schengen: 90 days in any 180-day period for visa-exempt nationals (EU/EEA: free movement); ETIAS planned for late 2026
• Fixed internet: 283 Mbps
• Mobile internet: 87 Mbps
• Daily budget: $35 budget, $70 mid-range, $170 luxury
• Safety: High
• Healthcare: Medium
• Tax residency: 183 days
• Foreign income: Worldwide income
• Best time to visit: May to June and September to October

Frequently asked questions

Does Romania have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Romania offers the Digital Nomad Visa. Duration: 1 year, renewable. Minimum income: about $4,870 per month. Fee: Approx. EUR 120.

How long can you stay in Romania without a visa?

Schengen: 90 days in any 180-day period for visa-exempt nationals (EU/EEA: free movement); ETIAS planned for late 2026. Rules depend on your passport and can change, so check official sources before you travel.

How much does it cost to live in Romania as a digital nomad?

Daily budget in Romania: about $35 on a budget, $70 mid-range and $170 for a luxury style.

How fast is the internet in Romania?

Fixed broadband averages about 283 Mbps and mobile internet about 87 Mbps.

Is Romania safe for digital nomads?

Overall safety in Romania is rated high.

Which cities are popular with digital nomads in Romania?

Brasov, Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timisoara.

Cities in Romania

• Brasov – Mountains/Medieval, from $1,000/month, 250 Mbps
• Bucharest – Urban/Nightlife, from $1,300/month, 300 Mbps
• Cluj-Napoca – Student/Tech, from $1,200/month, 250 Mbps
• Timisoara – Quiet/Tech, from $1,000/month, 250 Mbps

All information is provided for general guidance only and is subject to change. Always check with official sources before traveling. Last updated: 2026-10-23.