ETIAS Romania from Canada

The ETIAS Romania for Canadian nationals will be launched in 2026. This visa waiver is a part of a new travel authorization system for Schengen member states. Its purpose is to screen non-EU visitors and increase the security in the region.

Do Canadian nationals need a visa for Romania?

Canadians travelling to Romania do not need a visa if:

  • The purpose of their trip is tourism, leisure, family visit, or business
  • They are transiting through an airport on their way to a third destination
  • They intend to remain in the country for less than 90 days (3 months) at a time

Travellers from Canada, who are eligible for visa-free entry, will still have to apply for an ETIAS Romania visa waiver.

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On the other hand, citizens of Canada must obtain a visa for Romania if:

  • The purpose of their trip is to work, study, or reside permanently in Romania
  • They wish to stay in the country for more than 90 days

In order to obtain a traditional visa, Canadian passport holders must contact their nearest Romanian embassy or consulate. Note that it is not possible to use ETIAS Romania instead of a visa.

Applying for an ETIAS Romania from Canada

Travellers applying for an ETIAS Romania must indicate essential personal and passport information in the ETIAS application form for Canadians, including:

  • Full name
  • Date and country of birth
  • Country of nationality
  • Passport country
  • Passport number
  • Passport issue and expiry dates

Moreover, it is necessary to provide contact information, trip details and answer several security-related questions.

Canadian tourists who intend to visit several Schengen countries during the same trip must specify the country they will visit first.

ETIAS Romania application for Canadian families and groups Toggle faqs

Families and groups travelling together to Romania will be given the possibility to submit ETIAS applications at the same time.

However, it is essential that each Canadian traveller, including minors and children on their parents’ passports, complete a separate form. Parents or legal guardians can fill out the forms on behalf of minors.

What is the processing time for ETIAS Romania from Canada? Toggle faqs

The ETIAS Romania processing time for Canadians will be very short. Most applicants will receive their visa waiver within 48 hours of applying.

Some delays may occur due to increased demand, national holidays, as well as errors in the application form.

Is Romania joining the Schengen Area? Toggle faqs

In January 2024, the European Commission announced that Romania will partially join the Schengen Area effective March 31, 2024.

This development will see the elimination of border checks for air and sea travel between Romania and other Schengen countries. However, land border checks will continue until further notice.

This move follows the reversal of Austria’s stance against Romania joining Schengen due to concerns over illegal immigration.

While Romania will continue to issue national entry visas and not Schengen visas, this partial integration vastly enhances travel ease and connectivity with other EU countries.

Further discussions in 2024 are expected to address the lifting of checks at internal land borders, moving Romania closer to full Schengen membership.

Requirements for the ETIAS Romania for Canadian passport holders

ETIAS requirements for Canadians visiting Romania include:

  • Travelling for either tourism or business
  • Total duration of the trip cannot exceed 90 days within a 180 day period
  • A reliable internet connection and a mobile device in order to apply online
  • Completing the ETIAS application form – please make sure that all of the information is correct and matches the details of the passport
  • Having a valid passport, a debit or credit card to pay for the ETIAS processing fee, and an email address to receive the visa waiver

ETIAS Romania passport requirements for Canadian nationals

Canadian travellers’ passports must be valid for at least 3 months past the intended date of departure from Romania.

If it is bound to expire or is lost, stolen, or damaged prior to the trip, the applicant must obtain a new one and use the new passport to reapply for ETIAS.

Canadians with dual nationalities – two or more passports – must travel with the same document that they used to apply for the ETIAS Romania.

Validity of the ETIAS Romania for Canada

ETIAS Romania will enable Canadian passport holders to spend 90 consecutive days (3 months) in Romania and other Schengen member countries within any 180-day period. The total validity of the visa waiver will be 3 years from the date of the issue. Note that ETIAS will allow multiple entries within its validity period or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.

How to extend an ETIAS Romania as a Canadian national Toggle faqs

Canadian visitors who wish to stay in Romania longer than permitted by the ETIAS have to apply for another one from outside of the European Union. It is not possible to renew the ETIAS while in the country.

Alternatively, travellers from Canada may want to consider applying for a traditional visa intended for longer stays.

It is important to bear in mind that overstaying an ETIAS visa waiver is illegal and punishable by fines and penalties.

Travelling from Canada to Romania: essential medical information

Canadian passport holders are advised to purchase travel insurance that will cover medical or emergency expenses during their trip to Romania.

When travelling to Romania with prescribed medications, it is important that the medications are clearly labelled and stored in the original containers.

The European emergency phone number is 112. This number can be used to call an ambulance, police, or firefighters in all Schengen Area member countries. There are no vaccination requirements for Canadians travelling to Romania. However, it is crucial to stay informed about current EU travel restrictions due to coronavirus.

Advantages of ETIAS Romania for Canadian citizens

ETIAS Romania has multiple benefits for Canadian passport holders, such as:

  • The application is quick and easy. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete the online ETIAS Romania application from Canada
  • The application can be done at any time from anywhere in the world
  • It is not necessary to contact a Romanian embassy or consulate before travelling
  • Applicants will receive the ETIAS by email within a few business days
  • The visa waiver allows Canadian citizens to travel to any Schengen member or candidate countries on the same trip

Canadian embassy in Romania

The Canadian embassy in Romania is located in Bucharest, at the following address:

  • Address: 1-3, Tuberozelor Street, Sector 1, 011411 Bucharest, Romania
  • Phone: (+40) 21 307 50 00
  • Email: bucst@international.gc.ca
  • Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 08:00-12:30 and 13:30-16:30 | Friday: 08:00-13:30