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Romania Visa for Antigua And Barbuda Citizens 2026

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Antigua and Barbuda citizens generally require a visa for Romania and must apply for a short-stay Schengen visa through the Romanian Embassy or Consulate responsible for their jurisdiction; application involves submitting a detailed form, supporting documents, and potentially an interview, with fees starting around 35 EUR and processing taking approximately 15 working days.

Guide last updated September 3, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport: Must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended stay in Romania and have at least two blank pages.
  • Visa Application Form: Completed and signed. Available from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website or the relevant Romanian Embassy/Consulate.
  • Financial Proof: Bank statements for the last 3-6 months demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your stay. While a specific amount per day is not universally published, typically showing at least 50 EUR per day of stay, plus funds for return travel, is advisable. Proof of income (payslips) may also be requested.
  • Accommodation Proof: Hotel bookings, rental agreements, or a letter of invitation from a Romanian host (if applicable), detailing address and duration.
  • Return Ticket: Confirmed flight reservation showing your departure from the Schengen Area.
  • Photographs: Two recent passport-sized photographs (3.5cm x 4.5cm) with a white background, neutral expression, and facing forward.
  • Biometrics: Fingerprints and a digital photograph are usually required for Schengen visa applications. This is typically collected at the visa application center (e.g., VFS Global) or the Embassy/Consulate during your appointment.
  • Travel Health Insurance: Mandatory. Must cover medical expenses, hospitalization, and repatriation for the entire duration of your stay in the Schengen Area, with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The policy must be valid in all Schengen member states.

Visa types

  • Short-stay Visa (Schengen Visa Type C):
  • Official Name: Schengen Visa (Uniform visa) for short stays.
  • Validity: Up to 90 days within any 180-day period.
  • Maximum Stay: Up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
  • Entry: Can be single, double, or multiple entry.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 35 for standard application; EUR 70 for urgent applications (subject to discretion). Children aged 6-12 pay EUR 35. Children under 6 are exempt.
  • Tourist Visa (Subcategory of Short-stay Visa):
  • Purpose: Tourism, sightseeing.
  • Validity, Max Stay, Entry: As per Short-stay Visa.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 35.
  • Business Visa (Subcategory of Short-stay Visa):
  • Purpose: Business meetings, conferences, trade fairs.
  • Documentation: May require an invitation letter from a Romanian company or organization.
  • Validity, Max Stay, Entry: As per Short-stay Visa.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 35.
  • Student Visa (Short-stay for educational purposes like language courses or short-term studies):
  • Purpose: Short-term educational activities.
  • Documentation: Admission letter from the Romanian educational institution.
  • Validity, Max Stay, Entry: As per Short-stay Visa.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 35.
  • Work Visa (For short-term employment or specific projects):
  • Purpose: Temporary employment.
  • Documentation: Employment contract, work permit issued by the Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration.
  • Validity: Varies, typically linked to the contract duration.
  • Maximum Stay: Varies, depends on the work permit.
  • Entry: Single entry initially, may require a residence permit for longer stays.
  • Approximate Fee: EUR 35 for the visa itself, plus other administrative fees for the work permit.
  • Long-stay Visa (Type D): For stays exceeding 90 days (e.g., long-term study, employment, family reunification). This process differs significantly and involves obtaining a long-stay visa to enter Romania, followed by applying for a residence permit.

How to apply

  • Application submission is typically done through a Romanian Embassy or Consulate. If no direct Romanian representation exists in Antigua and Barbuda, you will need to identify the Embassy or Consulate of Romania responsible for processing visa applications for your country of residence (often located in a neighboring country or a major hub). You can find the list of diplomatic missions and consular offices of Romania at https://www.mae.ro/en/romanian-missions.
  • Steps:
  • Identify the competent Romanian Embassy or Consulate. This is crucial as you cannot apply at just any Romanian mission.
  • Schedule an appointment. Most Embassies/Consulates require an appointment for visa applications.
  • Gather all required documents as listed in the 'What you need' section. Ensure all documents are translated into Romanian or English if not already in these languages, and if required by the mission.
  • Complete the visa application form accurately and truthfully.
  • Attend your appointment. Submit your application, supporting documents, passport, photographs, and provide biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) if required.
  • Pay the visa fee. Payment methods vary by mission (cash, bank transfer, credit card).
  • Attend a potential interview. The consular officer may ask questions about your trip purpose, financial situation, and ties to your home country.
  • Track your application status if a tracking system is available through the Embassy/Consulate or their designated visa application center.
  • Collect your passport and visa once processed. If approved, the visa will be affixed to your passport.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa Fee: EUR 35 for a standard short-stay visa. For urgent applications or specific visa types, fees may vary. Children aged 6-12 pay EUR 35. Children under 6 are exempt.
  • VFS/BLS Service Fee: If applications are processed through a visa application center like VFS Global or BLS International, an additional service fee (typically around EUR 20-30) will apply.
  • Total Cost Estimate: For a standard short-stay visa, expect a total cost of approximately EUR 55-65 (including visa fee and potential service fee).
  • Standard Processing Time: Approximately 15 calendar days. However, it can be extended up to 30 days, or in exceptional cases, up to 60 days, especially if further documentation is needed or during peak seasons.
  • Express/Priority Option: There is no formally advertised express processing option for Schengen visas. Processing times are at the discretion of the Embassy/Consulate. Applying well in advance is highly recommended.

Tips for Antigua and Barbuda travelers

  • Apply in Advance: It is strongly recommended to apply for your visa at least 2-3 months before your intended travel date. This allows ample time for appointments, processing, and for any potential delays or requests for additional documents.
  • Common Rejection Reasons: For applicants from countries like Antigua and Barbuda, common reasons for visa rejection can include insufficient proof of financial means, unclear purpose of travel, lack of strong ties to the home country (making return unlikely), incomplete or fraudulent documentation, or previous immigration violations.
  • VFS/BLS vs. Direct Embassy Application: If a visa application center (like VFS Global) is used, it streamlines the submission process, provides convenient appointment scheduling, and often has extended operating hours. However, the final decision always rests with the Embassy/Consulate. Applying directly at the Embassy/Consulate might be an option in some locations, but appointments can be harder to secure.
  • Travel Advisories: Always check the latest travel advisories and consular information for Romania from your Ministry of Foreign Affairs and also from the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (https://www.mae.ro/).
  • Extension Options: Visa extensions within Romania are generally not permitted for short-stay Schengen visas, except in exceptional humanitarian circumstances, force majeure, or serious personal reasons. You must leave the Schengen Area before your visa expires. For longer stays, you would need to have applied for a long-stay visa to begin with.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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