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RomaniaRomania visa requirements for San Marino citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. San Marino passport holders do not need a visa for Romania for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Romania entry requirements for San Marino citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Romania
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Official fees
| Item | Official fee |
|---|---|
| ETIAS (not yet required; once live) | €20 |
Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.
Recent rule changes for Romania
- 2025-10-12: The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) started; it became fully operational at all Schengen external borders on 10 Apr 2026. Non-EU visitors register fingerprints and a facial image on first entry instead of passport stamps.
- 2026-10: ETIAS (travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, €20) is not yet operating. The EU says the start date will be announced several months in advance; no application is needed today.
Good to know
- Stays are limited to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen area.
- Apply for a visa at the consulate of the country of your main destination (or first entry if equal).
Romania at a glance for travellers
- 93 of 198 passports can enter Romania without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The San Marino passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 133 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: applying for a Schengen visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | European Commission: EES fully operational (10 Apr 2026) | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | EU: ETIAS FAQ | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Romania entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do San Marino citizens need a visa for Romania?
No. San Marino passport holders do not need a visa for Romania for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can San Marino passport holders stay in Romania?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do San Marino passport holders need for Romania?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do San Marino passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Romania?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.