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Romania Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Egyptian citizens need a Schengen Type C visa for Romania — apply via VFS Global Cairo; fee EUR 90, processing around 15 working days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed and signed Schengen visa application form
  • One recent biometric photo, 35x45mm, white background
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) collected at the Visa Application Centre in Cairo
  • Travel/medical insurance valid across the Schengen area, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
  • Proof of accommodation in Romania (hotel booking or host invitation letter)
  • Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
  • Bank statements for the last 3-6 months
  • Employment letter/NOC from employer, or business registration if self-employed

Visa types

  • Schengen Tourist/Visit Visa (Type C) - single, double or multiple entry, up to 90 days within any 180-day period, fee EUR 90
  • Schengen Business Visa (Type C) - requires an invitation letter from a Romanian company
  • National Visa (Type D) - for study, work or long-term stays beyond 90 days, applied for separately with Romanian immigration authorities

How to apply online

  • Complete the Schengen application form and book an appointment through VFS Global's Romania visa page for Cairo
  • Attend in person to submit documents and biometrics at the Visa Application Centre
  • Documents are forwarded to the Romanian consulate for review
  • Decision is communicated by SMS/email; the passport with the visa sticker (or refusal letter) is collected from or returned by the application centre
  • Standard processing time is around 15 calendar days; complex cases can take up to 45 days
  • Fee EUR 90 for adults, EUR 45 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6, plus a service fee

Fees & processing time

  • Schengen visa fee: EUR 90, children 6-12: EUR 45
  • Visa application centre service fee added on top of the consular fee
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 90-120 including service charges
  • Standard processing time: 15 working days from a complete application
  • No officially advertised express service for Romania through Cairo; apply early

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 working days before travel
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient or unclear funds, weak ties to Egypt, or inconsistent itinerary
  • Book an appointment through VFS Global well in advance, especially during peak travel seasons
  • Travel insurance must explicitly cover the Schengen area for at least EUR 30,000
  • Since Romania is a Schengen member, a Romanian Schengen visa permits travel across the wider Schengen area within its validity

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.