--- title: "Romania visa for citizens of Côte d'Ivoire" description: "Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need a visa for Romania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €39 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/romania/ivory-coast lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Romania visa for citizens of Côte d'Ivoire Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need a visa for Romania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://www.mae.ro/en/visa ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa (Short Stay) · Tourist/Visitor (90 days in 180-day period) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €39 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** At least €50 per day of stay or proof of sponsorship ## How to apply 1. **Determine the appropriate Romanian embassy or consulate** — Côte d'Ivoire citizens apply at the Romanian Embassy in Abidjan or the nearest Schengen embassy representing Romania. 2. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an in-person appointment at the embassy/consulate for biometric enrollment and document submission. 3. **Prepare the required documents** — Gather all documents listed above; ensure translations into Romanian or English if not in French. 4. **Attend the appointment** — Submit original documents, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo), and pay the visa fee. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes up to 15 calendar days from the appointment date. 6. **Collect the passport** — Either collect in person or arrange for courier return (if available). ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Form available on Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website - **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards, taken within 6 months - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Not a paid ticket, can be a booking confirmation - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Must cover entire Schengen stay and repatriation - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter)** (Travel): If invited by resident, must include notarized letter - **Bank statements for last 3-6 months** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for the stay - **Proof of employment or student status** (Employment): Employer letter, payslips, or school enrollment certificate - **Leave approval letter (if employed)** (Employment, optional): If applicable - **Criminal record certificate (if required)** (Supporting, optional): Rarely requested for short stays; check with embassy - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Proof of payment of €80 visa fee - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To demonstrate travel history - **Passport copy (bio page)** (Identity): Photocopy of the main page ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay - bank statements - sponsorship letter - traveler's checks Sufficient funds equivalent to €50 per day or total cost of trip if sponsored. ## Good to know - Appointments are required — walk-ins not accepted. - Processing can take up to 15 days; apply well in advance. - Visa validity is determined by embassy and typically allows 90 days stay within 180-day Schengen window. ## Common refusal reasons - **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission. - **Insufficient proof of funds** — Provide bank statements showing adequate balance for the stay. - **Missing travel insurance** — Obtain insurance covering at least €30,000 for emergency health and repatriation. - **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure date. - **Previous overstay or visa violation in Schengen area** — Adhere to visa conditions; provide explanation if applicable. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need a visa for Romania? Citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need a visa for Romania and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa (Short Stay) · Tourist/Visitor (90 days in 180-day period). ### How long can citizens of Côte d'Ivoire stay in Romania? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Romania visa cost for citizens of Côte d'Ivoire? Government fee: €90 + €39 service fee. ### How long does Romania visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Côte d'Ivoire need for Romania? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs; Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter); and 7 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Romania? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://www.mae.ro/en/visa. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [mae.ro](https://www.mae.ro/en/visa) ## More - [Romania visa for every passport](/visa/romania) - [Every destination for Côte d'Ivoire passport holders](/visa/passport/ivory-coast)