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Philippines to Romania visa requirements

Yes, a visa is required. A Philippines ordinary passport holder needs a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit Romania for tourism. Romania fully joined the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025, and the Philippines is not on the EU visa-exempt list, so you must apply at the Romanian Embassy in Manila (or an accredited Romanian visa center) before you travel. ETIAS does not apply to Filipinos. Romania became a full member of the Schengen Area on 1 January 2025, meaning it now issues and accepts uniform Schengen short-stay (Type C) visas and applies the common Schengen entry rules. Philippine passport holders are not visa-exempt for the Schengen Area, so a Filipino traveling to Romania for tourism must obtain a Schengen Type C visa before departure. The application is filed with the Embassy of Romania in Manila (or its accredited visa application center) and requires the standard Schengen documentation: a valid passport, completed form, photos, travel medical insurance (minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid throughout the Schengen Area), proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds. The current Schengen visa fee for adults is EUR 90 (raised from EUR 80 on 11 June 2024). A single- or multiple-entry Type C visa permits stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Note that ETIAS (the EU travel authorization expected to launch in late 2026) is only for visa-exempt nationalities and does NOT apply to Filipino citizens, who continue to need a full visa. Travelers who already hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or a Schengen residence permit do not need a separate Romanian visa and may enter Romania within the limits of that document.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), issued by Romania
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (Schengen-wide)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 90 (adult); EUR 45 (children 6-11); free under 6
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically 15 calendar days; up to 30-45 days in some cases
standard track
Validity
Visa validity as granted, within the 90/180 short-stay limit
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Philippine ordinary passport holder you are not Schengen visa-exempt, so a Schengen Type C visa is required for tourism in Romania. ETIAS does not apply to you. If you already hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or Schengen residence permit, you can skip a separate Romanian visa.
· Verdict: visa-required
/02
Gather your documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 3 months beyond your planned departure with 2 blank pages, recent biometric photos, the completed application form, travel medical insurance (min. EUR 30,000), accommodation proof, round-trip itinerary, and bank statements showing sufficient funds.
· Schengen documentation
/03
Book your appointment
Schedule an appointment with the Embassy of Romania in Manila or its accredited visa application center. Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel.
· Apply early
/04
Attend and submit biometrics
Attend in person to submit your file, pay the fee, and provide fingerprints and a photo (biometrics) unless captured within the last 59 months.
· In-person
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the EUR 90 adult Schengen visa fee, plus any service charge if applying through an external provider (capped at half the visa fee).
· EUR 90
/06
Collect your visa and travel
Wait for processing (typically about 15 calendar days), collect your passport with the visa sticker, and verify the validity dates and number of entries before traveling.
· ~15 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Philippines -> Romania · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), issued by Romania
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RequiredPassport valid 3+ months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages and issued within last 10 years
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (ICAO standard)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredTravel medical insurance covering min. EUR 30,000, valid across the Schengen Area
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight reservation / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (recent bank statements, payslips)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedCover letter explaining purpose and duration of visit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedEmployment certificate / proof of ties to the Philippines
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredVisa fee payment (EUR 90 adult)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesEmbassy of Romania in the Philippines - The Romanian VisaRomania Tourism - Entry Requirements (Schengen, 90/180, ETIAS)European Union - Travelling to Europe (ETIAS) / EEAS
Application link included: Embassy of Romania in the Philippines - The Romanian Visa
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard Type C short-stay fee since 11 June 2024
Schengen visa fee (child 6-11)EUR 45Children under 6 are exempt
Visa center / service chargeUp to EUR 45If applying via an external provider; capped at half the visa fee
Travel medical insuranceEUR 20-60 (varies)Min. EUR 30,000 coverage, Schengen-wide; cost depends on trip length
Total estimateEUR 90 — EUR 195incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
~15 calendar days
Typical Schengen Type C processing time after a complete application is submitted
Extended review
Up to 30-45 days
Applies when additional documents or further scrutiny is required
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Philippines is not Schengen visa-exempt
Filipino ordinary passport holders are on the EU list of nationalities that require a short-stay visa, so a Schengen Type C visa is mandatory for Romania.
High
/02
Romania is now a full Schengen member
Since 1 January 2025 Romania applies the common Schengen visa policy, issuing and accepting uniform Type C visas.
High
/03
ETIAS does not apply to Filipinos
ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationals; it is not an alternative for Philippine passport holders, who still need a full visa.
Medium
/04
Existing Schengen visa or permit exemption
Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or Schengen residence permit do not need a separate Romanian visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Philippines to Romania route verified
Confirmed Romania is a full Schengen member (since 1 Jan 2025) and that Philippine ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa; ETIAS does not apply. Fee updated to EUR 90.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Filipino enter Romania visa-free for tourism?—
No. The Philippines is not on the EU visa-exempt list, so a Filipino ordinary passport holder must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Romania.
Does ETIAS apply to Philippine passport holders?+
How long can I stay in Romania on a Schengen visa?+
I already have a valid Schengen visa from another country. Do I need a Romanian visa?+
How much does the visa cost and how long does it take?+
Where do I apply?+
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