Romania
Residence procedure: Registration certificate at the General Inspectorate for Immigration
Official government websiteYour 7-step relocation checklist
- Step 1
EU Free Movement confirmed
As an EU citizen, you have the right to live and work in Romania with no visa. Bring a valid passport or national ID card.
- Step 2
Find accommodation
A local address is required for most other steps (registration, bank, tax number). Check housing costs before you move.
Cost of living in Romania - Step 3
Register your residence — Registration certificate at the General Inspectorate for Immigration
Deadline: Within 3 months of arrival. This is the local residence registration procedure required under EU Directive 2004/38/EC after your first 3 months.
Official government portal - Step 4
Get your CNP (Cod Numeric Personal) / NIF for foreigners
You need a CNP (Cod Numeric Personal) / NIF for foreigners to work, get paid, or open a bank account in Romania.
Apply for CNP (Cod Numeric Personal) / NIF for foreigners - Step 5
Register with CNAS – National Health Insurance House
Once resident and working, register with CNAS – National Health Insurance House. In the meantime your EHIC covers necessary care.
CNAS – National Health Insurance House portal - Step 6
Open a local bank account
Most Romania employers pay salary into a local RON account. Bring your ID, proof of address and CNP (Cod Numeric Personal) / NIF for foreigners.
- Step 7
Calculate your expected net salary
See what you'll actually take home in Romania after tax and social security.
Open net salary calculator
FAQ — Moving to Romania
Information verified for 2026 from official Romania government sources. This guide applies to EU citizens under EU Directive 2004/38/EC.