Schengen Short-Stay Visa (Type C) - Medical Treatment
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days standard, up to 45 calendar days if additional checks needed
- Fee
- EUR 90 (adults), EUR 45 (children 6-11), free (children under 6)
- Validity
- 90 days within any 180-day period
- Entry
- Single entry
Schengen Type C visa (symbol C/ZA) for short-term medical treatment in Romania. Applicants must provide documentation from the Romanian medical institution confirming the treatment plan and duration. Visa-free Annex II nationals may enter Romania for medical treatment without a visa for up to 90 days.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries under EU Regulation 2018/1806.
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Purpose of visit
Must have confirmed medical treatment arrangement with a Romanian medical institution.
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Health
Must provide medical documentation supporting the need for treatment in Romania.
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover treatment costs and living expenses.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized colour photograph (35x45mm)
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation during treatment period; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from the Romanian medical institution or hospital confirming the medical treatment, diagnosis, expected treatment dates, and estimated costs
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Schengen visa application form
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including medical institution letter, treatment confirmation, passport, photos, insurance, and financial proof.
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Online application
Complete the Schengen visa application form.
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Appointment booking
Book an appointment at the Romanian embassy or consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee of EUR 90.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person during your appointment.
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Biometrics
Provide biometric data unless collected within the past 59 months.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing, typically 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa sticker.