Work / Immigration visa · Syrian Arab Republic to Romania

Long-Stay Visa for Professional Activities (Type D/AP)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
90 days
Processing time
Up to 60 calendar days
Fee
EUR 120
Validity
Initial 90 days, extendable via residence permit at IGI
Entry
Multiple entry

Long-stay visa for professional activities (symbol D/AP) for third-country nationals carrying out individual professional activities on Romanian territory. Covers freelancers, self-employed professionals, and independent contractors. Requires proof of professional registration and qualifications.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Third-country nationals intending to carry out individual professional activities in Romania.

  • Employment

    Must have professional qualifications recognized or registrable in Romania for the intended activity.

    Required status: Professional qualifications recognized in Romania

  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient financial means.

  • Criminal record

    Must provide clean criminal record certificate.

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photographs

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Proof of accommodation in Romania; Must cover full stay: No

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Visa application form

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: EUR 120

  • Professional license

    Must be translated: No

  • Criminal record certificate

    Provide a police or criminal record certificate from the country or countries requested by the destination authority.

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Prepare professional qualifications, registration documents, financial proof, criminal record certificate, insurance, and accommodation proof.

  2. Online application

    Complete the long-stay visa application form.

  3. Appointment booking

    Book appointment at the Romanian embassy or consulate.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay the long-stay visa fee of EUR 120.

  5. Document submission

    Submit all documents in person.

  6. Processing wait

    Wait for processing, up to 60 calendar days.

  7. Visa collection

    Collect passport with long-stay visa. Apply to IGI for residence permit after arrival.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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