Romania
How to Get a Romania Schengen Visa?
Your Romania Schengen visa application starts online through the official e-Visa portal and is completed in person at the Romanian mission in Ankara or Istanbul. We're with you from the e-Visa form all the way through your appointment for tourist, short-term education/internship, and family or friends visit applications.
Application Centre
e-Visa Portal
Office locations vary by country of residence.
Visa Fee
- €90 consulate fee (age 12+)
- €45 consulate fee (age 6-11)
- No intermediary service fee — applications go through the e-Visa portal and consulate directly
- Children under 6 are exempt
Processing Time
Romania visa processing typically takes 5-10 working days; a complete and accurate e-Visa portal pre-application helps keep this time short.
Romania doesn't use a private intermediary in Turkey; your application starts online through the official e-Visa portal, followed by an in-person appointment at the Romanian Embassy in Ankara or Consulate General in Istanbul for biometrics and document submission.
Tourist
For tourist travel to Romania, we complete your e-Visa application and plan your appointment in Ankara or Istanbul.
See general process →Education & Internship
For a language course or internship in Romania, we manage your e-Visa application with your acceptance letter.
See general process →Family & Friends Visit
For visiting family or friends in Romania, we prepare your invitation and accommodation documents for your e-Visa application.
See general process →Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I apply through VFS Global or a similar intermediary for a Romania visa?
- No, Romania doesn't have a private intermediary in Turkey; applications go through the official e-Visa portal and directly through the consulate.
- Can I also enter Bulgaria with a Romania Schengen visa?
- Yes, both Romania and Bulgaria are full Schengen members; a single Schengen visa lets you enter both countries freely.