Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: The Romania Retirement Visa (Type D/VT) allows non-EU/EEA citizens to reside in Romania based on sufficient passive income. It's a long-stay visa, renewable annually, requiring proof of financial self-sufficiency, health insurance, and accommodation in Romania.
Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA citizens must demonstrate sufficient passive income (e.g., pension, dividends) at least equal to the national average gross salary, valid health insurance, no criminal record, and secure accommodation in Romania.
Processing Time: ~60 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://www.mae.ro/en/node/2085
Summary: The Romania Retirement Visa (D/VT) enables non-EU/EEA citizens with sufficient passive income to retire in Romania. Applicants must prove financial self-sufficiency, health insurance, and accommodation, offering a pathway to enjoy retirement in an affordable European country.