Ireland passport → Romania

Romania visa for citizens of Ireland

Visa-free

Citizens of Ireland can visit Romania without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure your Irish passport or passport card is valid for the duration of your stay in Romania.
2
Travel to Romania
Arrive at a Romanian port of entry (airport, land border, sea port).
3
Present passport to border control
Hand your passport to the border officer for inspection and possible stamping.
4
Provide supporting documents if requested
Be prepared to show return ticket, accommodation, funds, and insurance if asked.
5
Receive entry permit upon clearance
No visa is required; you will be permitted to stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid Irish passport or Irish passport card
Passport card is valid for entry to Romania.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Optional
Not always requested but recommended as proof of intended departure.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested at the border.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Optional
May be requested at the border (approximately €100–150 per day).

Supporting

Travel health insurance
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory for visa-free entry.

Good to know

Stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period.
Passport card is only valid for travel to Romania; ensure it is not expired.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient travel funds or no onward ticket

Carry proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket for each trip.

Previous overstay or violation of Schengen Area rules

Always respect visa waiver limits and leave before exceeding 90/180 days.

Passport card not accepted for travel by airline or border officer

Use a valid Irish passport if any doubt; passport card is accepted but conventional passport is safer.

FAQ

Do citizens of Ireland need a visa for Romania?

Citizens of Ireland can visit Romania without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of Ireland stay in Romania?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Ireland need for Romania?

Valid Irish passport or Irish passport card; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds for the stay; Travel health insurance.

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