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Romania passport · 2026

Where can Romania passport holders travel without a visa?

Romania passport holders can visit 147 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 37 with an online ETA or e-Visa, and need a visa issued in advance for 14.

VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated Open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17) + verified entries

Visa-free (120)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (27)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

eTA / ETA required (11)

A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.

e-Visa required (26)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Embassy visa required (14)

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

Rules verified on official sources for Romania passport holders

These 8 destinations have been checked by the Visa and Trips editorial team against an official government source. Every other destination on this page comes from the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17).

DestinationRequirementStayChecked
ChinaVisa-free30 days23 Oct 2026
IsraeleTA / ETA required90 days23 Oct 2026
KenyaeTA / ETA requiredPer visa terms23 Oct 2026
Russiae-Visa required30 days23 Oct 2026
Sri LankaeTA / ETA requiredPer visa terms23 Oct 2026
ThailandVisa-free30 days23 Oct 2026
UKeTA / ETA required180 days23 Oct 2026
VietnamVisa-free45 days23 Oct 2026

FAQ

How many countries can Romania passport holders visit without a visa?

120 destinations are visa-free and 27 offer a visa on arrival, 147 in total, according to the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17). Another 11 require an online ETA and 26 an e-Visa.

Which countries need an embassy visa for Romania citizens?

14 destinations require a visa issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center, for example Afghanistan, Algeria, Central African Republic, Congo, Eritrea.

Can Visa and Trips apply for my visa?

Yes, for destinations that need an online e-Visa or ETA, we prepare and check your application and submit it, for one all-in price per traveler. Embassy visas, visa on arrival and visa-free trips need no online application, so for those we show the requirements only. Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government site.

Important, private service

Visa and Trips is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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