Rules for entering Romania for Ukrainians

What documents do Ukrainians need to enter Romania?

To cross the border with Romania, Ukrainians need to have:

• Biometric passport (valid for at least 3 months after the planned departure from Romania).
  
• For children under 16 years of age - a birth certificate and a passport. If the child is traveling with only one parent, the consent of the other parent is not required. If traveling with other relatives or acquaintances, the notarized consent of both parents is required.
  
  

Do I need a Green Card to travel by car to Romania?

Yes, to travel by car to Romania, it is mandatory to have international liability insurance - “Green Card”. This insurance covers the costs in case of an accident in Romania and other European countries. You can apply for a Green Card on the Visit Ukraine website.

Can I travel to Romania with pets? What documents are needed?

To travel with pets you need:

• Identification of the animal with a microchip.
  
• Pet Passport with all the necessary vaccinations, including rabies vaccination.
  
• A veterinarian's certificate of health issued no earlier than 10 days before the trip.
  
  

Do I need health insurance to travel to Romania?

⚠️ Yes, when entering Romania within the EU and Schengen area, more attention is now paid to the standard tourist package of documents, including medical insurance.

In practice, the insurance policy is checked along with the accommodation reservation and return tickets. If you visit a medical facility, the lack of insurance means that you will have to pay for the services in full yourself.

👉 Having insurance for the entire period of your stay reduces the risks when traveling to Romania. You can quickly and conveniently purchase medical insurance on the Visit Ukraine website.

How much money do you need to enter Romania in 2026?

To enter Romania in 2026, you must prove that you have at least €50 per person per day of your stay, but the total amount must be at least €500, regardless of the length of your trip.

Funds can be confirmed in cash, by bank statement, card, or documents confirming paid accommodation or sponsorship.

Is it possible to cross the border without a biometric passport?

If you do not have a biometric passport, you cannot use the visa-free regime. In this case, you need to apply for a visa to enter Romania or take advantage of the possibility of obtaining temporary protection for Ukrainians under the special conditions introduced due to the war.

Has your passport expired or been extended — can you still travel?

Starting October 29, 2025, “extended” foreign passports and documents with children listed in them will no longer be valid.

To travel, live abroad, or return to Ukraine, you must have a valid biometric passport.

You can obtain a new document:

• in Ukraine — at the State Migration Service, Administrative Service Centers, or the State Enterprise “Document”;
• abroad — at Ukrainian embassies and consulates or at branches of the State Enterprise “Document.”

If you are stuck abroad due to an “extended” passport, contact the consulate, where you will be issued a return certificate.

⚠️ Currently, Romanian border services are checking more carefully that the stated purpose of the trip corresponds to the actual plans for the stay.

In practice, questions may arise for travelers who are planning a long stay or who have previous experience working in EU countries. Compliance with the permitted length of stay during previous trips is also checked.

👉 Legal advice will help you determine the correct format of your stay and prepare documents without the risk of violations.

How to travel abroad with a child?

In accordance with the current legislation of Ukraine, the following rules apply to the departure of children during martial law:

• Children under the age of 16 can travel with one parent without the consent of the other.
  
• A child may also travel with a grandparent, adult brother, sister, stepmother, stepfather or other trusted person, provided that they have a written statement from one of the parents certified by the guardianship authority.
  
• Children over 16 years of age have the right to travel abroad independently in accordance with Article 313 of the Civil Code of Ukraine.
  
• The main routes to Romania are through land border crossings from Chernivtsi, Zakarpattia, and Odesa regions.

Documents for a child to travel to Romania

To cross the border with Romania, a child must have:

• The child's international passport.
  
• Birth certificate (if there is no passport).
  
• Permission of one of the parents if the child is traveling with relatives or other authorized persons.
  
• Health insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 euros.
  
• Documents confirming the purpose of the trip if a long stay is planned (study, residence permit, etc.).

List of things to pack for a trip with a child

Documents:

• Originals and copies of all required documents.
  
• Travel permit (if traveling with relatives).

For the child's comfort:

• A change of clothes and shoes.
  
• Personal hygiene products, diapers (if necessary).
  
• Medicines (antipyretic, antihistamines, for digestive disorders, etc.)
  
• Food and water for the road.
  
• Toys, books, gadgets for entertainment.

For traveling by car:

• In Romania, it is mandatory to use a child car seat for children under 12 years of age or up to 135 cm tall.
  
• A spare set of clothes, a blanket.

Legal nuances of traveling with a child abroad

Rules for issuing a power of attorney for a child:

• If a child travels with one of the parents, the notarized consent of the other parent is not required during martial law.
  
• If the child is traveling with relatives or other persons, a written statement of one of the parents certified by the guardianship authority is required.

📌 Not sure whether you need a power of attorney or how to draw it up correctly? Visit Ukraine lawyers will help you understand all the nuances of a child's travel abroad, tell you what documents are needed and how to prepare them.

Staying in Romania:

• The visa-free regime for Ukrainians is also valid for children with a biometric passport (up to 90 days within a 180-day period).
  
• For stays longer than 90 days, a residence permit is required. The grounds may be studying, employment of parents or family reunification.

📌 Incorrectly executed documents may lead to a refusal to enter or issue a residence permit. Visit Ukraine lawyers will help with:

✔ Consultation on the departure and residence of a child in Romania

✔ Preparation of documents for legal stay

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Useful contacts in Romania

Embassy of Ukraine in Romania

• Address: Strada Tuberozelor 4, București 011411
  
• Phone: +40 212 300 237
  
• Hotline: +40 212 304 047
  
• Email: [email protected]
  
• Website: https://romania.mfa.gov.ua

Consulate of Ukraine in Suceava

• Address: Strada Mihai Eminescu 5A, Suceava
  
• Phone: +40 230 523 496
  
• Hotline: +40 730 584 046
  
• Email: [email protected]
  
• Website: https://suceava.mfa.gov.ua

Emergency numbers in Romania

• Ambulance - 112
  
• Police - 112

What should you do before you travel?

📌 Take out health insurance before you travel. In Romania, even basic medical care can cost hundreds of euros without a policy.

Where to get a reliable policy? Buy travel insurance directly on the Visit Ukraine website - it's fast, convenient and official.

The insurance covers:

✔ Payment for medical care and hospitalization

✔ Diagnostics and outpatient treatment

✔ Compensation in case of an accident

How to get insurance? It only takes a few minutes to apply - enter your details and pay for the policy online. You will receive an electronic document that can be presented if necessary.

📌 Don't risk your health and budget - take out insurance in advance on Visit Ukraine.

It is allowed if you have documents that give the right to enter the country of destination.