Starting a Business and Obtaining Residence in Romania: A Legal Guide for Non-EU Entrepreneurs
Prepared by Robert Trăilescu, Romanian business lawyer and Bucharest Bar member. Last reviewed: October 2026 Foreign entrepreneurs aiming to open a
Immigration law
I assist companies and individuals with Romanian immigration matters, including the legal steps required to work, reside or relocate to Romania.
How I can assist
- Work visas for non-EU nationals
- Temporary residence permits
- Intra-corporate transfers
- Residence registration for EU citizens
- Residence for business purposes
- Family reunification and study-related residence
- Long-term residence matters
- Immigration documentation and procedural support
Support for companies and international mobility
I assist employers and international groups with relocating personnel to Romania, coordinating immigration procedures with employment arrangements and managing the documentation required by the Romanian authorities.
Planning to work, relocate or hire foreign personnel in Romania?
Contact Robert Trăilescu (RT Legal) to discuss the matter and the appropriate next steps.
Immigration law articles
Below you can find practical articles on Romanian immigration law, including work visas, residence procedures and the employment of non-EU nationals.
Romanian Residence Registration for EU/EEA and Swiss Citizens
Prepared by Robert Trăilescu, Romanian business lawyer and Bucharest Bar member. Last reviewed: July 2026 EU, EEA and Swiss citizens may
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Hiring Non-EU Workers in Romania: Registered vs Authorized Employers
Romanian employers that want to hire workers from outside the European Union must use the WorkinRomania.gov.ro platform. Depending on the
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Foreign Worker Recruitment Agencies in Romania: New Authorization Rules
Romania has introduced a stricter legal framework for entities involved in the placement of foreign workers (herein referred to as
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New conditions for authorized employers hiring non-EU workers through WorkinRomania.gov.ro
Romania has introduced a new legal framework for the employment of third-country nationals through the official WorkinRomania.gov.ro platform. One of
Romania Work Visas under OUG 32/2026: New rules for hiring foreign workers
Romania has introduced a new legal framework for access of foreign nationals to the Romanian labour market through Government Emergency
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