Practical guidance on immigration, residency, and legal matters for expats living in or moving to Romania. Based on real experience, with tips to avoid common mistakes.
Planning to live or work in Romania? This practical guide explains how expats obtain residence and work documents from I.G.I., including the difference between EU and non-EU procedures, required documents, housing contract issues, and step-by-step application processes.
If you’re a non-EU worker in Romania and you lose or change your job, your right to stay may be affected. This guide explains the 60-day rule, how to transfer your work permit, and how to avoid deportation or visa bans.
A practical guide for foreigners on how to buy and own land in Romania, covering legal requirements, restrictions, and step-by-step considerations for non-EU and EU citizens.
On July, 27 2025 I have sent the following Petition, translated here in English, to the General Inspectorate for Immigration
A brief introduction Getting married in Romania when one (or both) the spouses are foreign citizens is possible and relatively
When the foreign spouse comes from a country not part of the Hague Apostille Convention, the procedure for obtaining and
Learn when it’s legal to record with your phone in Romania—on public transport, during police checks, or in public offices. Know your rights and stay protected.
What does “foreigner” really mean in Romania? This post explores how Romanian law defines foreigners, whether EU citizens fall into that category, and what it means for expats living in the country — legally, culturally, and in everyday life.
A British citizen’s guide to obtaining residence in Romania with an unmarried partner, explaining legal steps, partner permits, and residency requirements for non-EU family members.
After Brexit, getting a Romanian residence card for my British partner — without being married — became a complex mission. This post shares our real-life experience, legal steps, and what other expats should know when applying for residency for non-EU partners.