Your Rights and Opportunities with Romanian Citizenship
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Living and Working in EU Countries
As a Romanian citizen, you will be able to live in any EU country without a visa or residence permit, work without bureaucratic formalities, permits, or quotas. You will have the right to apply for high-paying positions in developed countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Austria. You will be allowed to buy, sell, or rent property and pay taxes in any EU country.
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Business Opportunities in Europe
Romanian citizens can freely register and run businesses in any EU country, benefiting from the advantages of the single market. They have access to premium banking, financial, and investment instruments in the EU. Romanian passports provide the right to participate in grants, tenders, government procurement, and to register European brands, companies, and startups. Hiring professionals is permitted not only from the EU but also from other countries worldwide.
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Access to Quality Education
Romanian citizens and their children can study at universities in EU countries under the same conditions as local students, including access to scholarships, benefits, and in-demand educational programs. Diplomas obtained from European universities are recognized and highly valued worldwide. Holders of Romanian passports have the right to participate in student exchange programs (Erasmus+, Horizon Europe).
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Access to Social Protection in the EU
Romanian citizens receive high-quality medical services, which may be free or partially subsidized. They are provided with comprehensive social protection, including benefits, allowances, insurance, and legal support. Upon reaching the appropriate age, they may qualify for pensions based on their work experience in any EU country. EU-level programs exist to support families and youth.
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Reunion with Family Members
Romanian citizenship can be passed down to future generations, ensuring they benefit from all EU privileges. Children of Romanian citizens have access to a simplified process for obtaining a passport. Spouses of Romanian passport holders have the right to immediately apply for a residence permit and then undergo a simplified naturalization procedure.
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Real Estate Transactions
Romanian citizens can freely carry out real estate transactions in EU countries, simplifying the purchase, sale, and rental of property. Investors thus have the opportunity to actively earn in the real estate sector. EU legislation guarantees strong protection of property rights.
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Optimizing Tax Obligations
Romania offers its citizens one of the most flexible tax systems in the EU, allowing for efficient financial management. The country’s personal income tax rate is 10%, and the dividend tax rate ranges from 8% to 10%. Romania has signed double taxation avoidance agreements with over 90 countries worldwide. Its citizens are offered easy registration of accounts in EU banks and on international platforms like Wise, Revolut, and Payoneer, with full freedom of capital movement without currency control.
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Reliability in Times of Instability
A Romanian passport provides you with the ability to quickly change your place of residence in the event of political or economic crises in your home country. This ensures safety and confidence in your future.
Less Obvious, but Important Advantages of Romanian Citizenship
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Automatic right to use the EU Digital ID and digital signature
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Free access to all public online government services
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The ability to transfer assets within the EU by inheritance
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Unified recognition of education and professional status across the EU
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The ability to change tax status without losing EU citizenship
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Government support in the fields of digital technologies and innovation
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Funding for entrepreneurs from the European Investment Fund
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Simple procedure for opening accounts on PayPal Business, Amazon, eBay, Etsy
Freedom of Travel and Visa-free Travel Card
Visa-free entry to 170+ countries, including:
- All EU and Schengen Area countries
- The United Kingdom and Canada
- Japan, UAE, South Korea
The right to stay indefinitely in European countries (unlike the 90/180 visa rule)
Simplified visa processing for the USA and other popular countries
- Visa-free regime
- Visa on arrival
- Electronic visa
Citizenship That Makes America More Accessible
With a Romanian passport, you become a European Union citizen and gain broad opportunities for international business and personal trips. It simplifies the visa application process for the USA, including long-term immigration categories, and in the future, opens access to the Visa Waiver Program for entry through the electronic ESTA system without a visa.
Simplified U.S. Visa Procedure
- Since Romania is a member of the EU and NATO, the process for obtaining a U.S. visa for its citizens is significantly simplified
- U.S. authorities view EU citizens as lower-risk, especially when they have strong ties to Europe, such as employment, family, property, or business
Easier Processing for B1/B2 Visas for Personal and Business Trips
- Romanian passport holders can more easily prove ties to their home country by having work contracts, assets, and tax residency in the EU
- For Romanian citizens, the likelihood of receiving a visa for up to 10 years under the B1/B2 category is high
- The application process is simpler, with fewer documents and an easier visa form
Ability to Submit a Visa Application at Any U.S. Embassy in Europe
- Romanian citizens can submit their visa applications not only in Romania but also at U.S. embassies in other EU countries
- Romanians have the option to choose an embassy with the shortest waiting times, significantly accelerating preparation for travel
- The interview can be conducted in a convenient language, such as English in Germany
Easier Access to Various Types of Visas
- Romanian citizens have increased chances of obtaining F (student), J (exchange programs), O, H, L (work and corporate) visas
- If you have European education or work experience, the likelihood of receiving a visa increases significantly
- The visa application process for family members of the applicant is also simplified, including obtaining permits for long-term travel
Documents Required for Romanian Citizenship Registration
The lawyers of Company Romcitizen will ensure the thorough preparation and submission of all necessary documents to the official authorities of Romania. We guarantee the accuracy and timeliness of submitting your file, which will enable you to successfully complete the citizenship procedure on the first attempt.
Required documents:
- Application
- Foreign and domestic passports
- Two color photographs 3.5 x 4.5 cm
- Certificate of no criminal record
- Children’s birth certificates (if applicable)
- Translations of documents into Romanian with apostille
Your Path to Romanian Citizenship with Company Romcitizen
Company Romcitizen offers a full range of legal services in the process of obtaining Romanian citizenship through the simplified procedure. Based on our experience and professional knowledge, you will be able to obtain your second passport without unnecessary stress or delays.
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Consultations and Genealogy Preparation
Our staff will provide you with a detailed consultation on all aspects of the simplified procedure for obtaining Romanian citizenship. After the consultation, you will fill out a questionnaire, based on which your family tree will be compiled, which is extremely important for achieving the desired result.
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Individual Program Selection and Signing of the Agreement
Company Romcitizen’s specialists will assess your situation and suggest the most suitable immigration program. We will thoroughly review your chances of successfully obtaining citizenship and propose the optimal grounds for participating in the program. At this stage, we will sign a bilateral cooperation agreement with you.
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Full Support in the Document Preparation Process
We will free you from having to deal with bureaucratic details—our lawyers will fully handle the preparation of your file. All necessary documents will be requested from archives, the application and translations into Romanian will be prepared. We will have all documents notarized and ensure the apostille is applied.
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Document Submission
A qualified attorney from Company Romcitizen will accompany you during the submission of your file to the Romanian National Agency for Citizenship Affairs. We guarantee that your documents will be accepted on the first attempt, and the case will be assigned a registration number (dosar), which can be used to track the status of your request.
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Obtaining Citizenship and Post-Service Support
After the decree granting Romanian citizenship is issued, you will take the oath and officially assume your new status. We will assist you in obtaining internal documents and opening a bank account, as well as provide support during your adaptation to life in Romania.
Documents You Will Receive
- Certificate of Citizenship
- Birth Certificate
- Internal Passport
- Foreign Passport
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Driver’s License
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FAQ
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How long does the simplified procedure for obtaining Romanian citizenship take?
The process may take varying amounts of time depending on individual circumstances. On average, the simplified procedure for obtaining Romanian citizenship lasts from 18 months.
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Is the Romanian passport issued immediately after receiving citizenship?
After receiving the certificate of citizenship, you apply for the issuance of an internal identity card and a foreign passport. Typically, their issuance takes a few weeks.
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Can I retain Turkish citizenship?
Yes, Romania allows dual citizenship. You can keep your Turkish passport and simultaneously obtain Romanian citizenship.
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What documents are required to prove Romanian ancestry?
To prove Romanian ancestry, documents indicating that your ancestors, up to the third generation, lived in the territory of Greater Romania before 1940 are required. These could include birth, marriage, death certificates, household books, or other archival documents.
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What should I do if documents about my ancestors are lost?
Our specialists will conduct archival research in Romania and other countries. In most cases, it is possible to recover lost documents from state archives.
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Will my children receive citizenship?
Children under 18 will receive Romanian citizenship along with the parent. Children over 14 must provide written consent, which must be notarized.
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