Romania has been a full Schengen member since 1 January 2025, so a Romania visa from the UAE is now a standard Schengen visa. You fill in the online form, then hand in the application by appointment where you live:
- Dubai and the Northern Emirates: the Consulate General of Romania in Dubai
- Abu Dhabi and Al Ain: the Embassy of Romania in Abu Dhabi
The fee is €90. Romania asks for €50 per day, with a minimum of €500 for the trip.
Checked on 5 November 2026 against the Romanian Border Police, Annex 18 of the EU Visa Code Handbook (July 2025), European Commission 2025 statistics reported by Gulf News, and the Romanian missions’ published contact details. Your UAE residence (which emirate you live in) decides where you apply; your passport decides whether you need a visa.
Romania at a glance
| Item | Romania from the UAE |
|---|---|
| Schengen status | Full member since 1 January 2025 |
| Where you apply | Consulate General in Dubai (Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah) or Embassy in Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi, Al Ain) |
| Online form | Romania’s e-visa portal (evisa.mae.ro), then an in-person appointment |
| Visa fee | €90 adults, €45 ages 6–11, free under 6 (standard Schengen fees) |
| Funds (tourism) | €50 per day, at least €500 in total |
| Decision | Within 15 days, up to 45 in some cases |
| 2025 multiple-entry share (UAE) | 59.04% |
Dubai or Abu Dhabi? Apply where you live
Romania has two visa offices in the UAE. Apply to the one that covers the emirate on your residence visa. An application at the wrong office can be refused or sent back.
| Mission | Area | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Consulate General of Romania, Dubai | Dubai and the Northern Emirates | Al Safa 2, Dubai · 04 349 2974 · [email protected] |
| Embassy of Romania, Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi and Al Ain | Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi · 02 445 9919 · [email protected] |
How much money do you need?
The Romanian Border Police publishes these minimums:
| Purpose of trip | Minimum funds |
|---|---|
| Tourism | €50 per day for the whole stay, at least €500 |
| Business | €50 per day, at least €500 |
| Visiting family or friends | €50 per day, at least €500, unless your host provides the means |
| Cultural, scientific or humanitarian trips, short medical treatment | €100 per day for the whole stay |
The €500 minimum matters for short trips: even a 4-day visit to Bucharest needs €500 (about AED 2,000), not €200. A 14-day trip needs €700.
Documents you need
- Online application form, printed and signed
- Passport issued within 10 years, valid 3 months after you leave Schengen, with 2 blank pages, plus copies
- UAE residence visa and Emirates ID (copies), valid 3 months after you leave Schengen
- Recent passport photos
- Return flight booking and hotel booking, or an invitation
- Travel insurance of at least €30,000, valid in all Schengen states
- Stamped bank statements for the last 3–6 months, and salary proof
- Employer letter or NOC, or a trade licence if you own the business
Ask the mission for its current checklist when you book.
How to apply: step by step
- Confirm that Romania is your main destination and which mission covers your emirate.
- Fill in the online application.
- Wait for the mission to check your file and email you an appointment.
- Attend in person with the originals, give fingerprints and pay the fee.
- Wait for the decision, normally within 15 days. Apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel.
What full Schengen membership changed
- One visa for the whole area. A Romanian Schengen visa lets you travel to the other Schengen states, and a visa from another member covers Romania.
- The old shortcut has ended. Before 2025, holders of some Schengen visas could enter Romania without a Romanian visa. Now Romania simply counts as part of Schengen, and your days there count towards the 90/180-day rule.
If you are refused
Your refusal form explains the reason and how to challenge it. Under general Romanian administrative law you first ask the issuing authority to reconsider, usually within 30 days, before going to court. Follow the deadline on your letter. See the refusal letter explained.
Questions people ask
Is Romania in Schengen now?
Yes, a full member since 1 January 2025, together with Bulgaria.
Where do I apply for a Romania visa in Dubai?
Residents of Dubai and the Northern Emirates apply at the Consulate General of Romania in Al Safa, Dubai. Residents of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain apply at the Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
How much money do I need for a Romania tourist visa?
€50 per day, and never less than €500 in total.
Can I use my Romanian Schengen visa to visit Bulgaria or Hungary?
Yes, within the visa’s validity and the 90/180-day limit, as long as Romania stays your main destination.
Related guides
- Bulgaria Schengen visa from the UAE
- Hungary Schengen visa from the UAE
- Schengen proof of funds from the UAE
Sources
- Romanian Border Police: Justifying documents and means of subsistence
- European Commission: Romanian representations in the UAE
- EU Visa Code Handbook, Annex 18: Reference amounts (31 July 2025)
- Gulf News: Multiple-entry visa rates (EC 2025 data)
Written by Asad Waleed M, Dubai. Asad has lived in the UAE for nine years and researches visa rules from government sources. He is not an immigration lawyer or consultant, and Sifqa does not process applications. Read the editorial policy.
Last checked 5 November 2026. Found an error? Email [email protected] and it will be fixed and logged.