Visa Panic
Current DossierSubject · Canadian passportFile · ROMANIA

Does Romania require a visa for Canadian citizens?

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Last checked 22 Jul 2026Source · Travel Advice and Advisories for Romania - Government of CanadaHow we source this →
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Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Romania?

No, Canadian citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Romania for tourism or business.

Check official travel adviceTravel Advice and Advisories for Romania - Government of Canada — last checked 22 July 2026
Always confirm with the official source before you travel.
VerdictAll Clear

You're good to go.

No visa application needed for Canadian passport holders on a short tourist or business trip. Just check your passport meets the validity rules below before you fly.

Colour KeyCalm— no visaMedium— ETA / eVisaPanic— full visa

Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Canadian citizens can enter Romania for tourism or business purposes for stays shorter than 90 days within any 180-day period without requiring a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure date from the Schengen area.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportCanadian passport
PurposeTourism (business or work not confirmed in this check)
Visa requiredNo, not for short stays
Maximum stayUp to 90 days in any 180-day period, counted across the whole Schengen Area
Passport validityAt least 3 months after you leave the Schengen Area
Return/onward ticketRecommended, may be requested by immigration
Arrival formNot confirmed in the sources we checked
Last checked22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • Romania is part of the Schengen area, so your 90-day limit applies to the entire zone.
  • Ensure your passport has enough blank pages for stamps.
  • Rules can change, always verify closer to your travel date.
  • Proof of sufficient funds may be requested upon entry.
  • ETIAS applications are not open yet — it's a future requirement, nothing to apply for now.
  • The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) takes your photo and fingerprints at the border; no advance action needed.

Before you travel

  • Ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your stay.
  • Check if you have comprehensive travel insurance.
  • Have proof of onward or return travel tickets readily available.
  • Carry proof of accommodation and sufficient funds for your stay.
  • Make copies of important documents (passport, tickets, insurance).

Common questions

No, not for short tourist stays — up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the whole Schengen Area.
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