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Employer of Record (EOR) & Work Permit Support for Hiring Expats in Romania

Expanding your business internationally requires navigating Romania’s immigration, labour, and tax laws. Whether you’re looking to hire foreign employees, secure work permits, or ensure compliance, handling these processes alone can be time-consuming and costly.

With Acumen International’s Global Employer of Record (EOR) solution, you can hire expatriates in Romania quickly and compliantly — without establishing a local entity.

If you are already hiring or planning to onboard expatriates for your international projects in Romania, there are a few things to keep in mind.

Why Choose an Employer of Record (EOR) in Romania?

Hiring international talent in Romania comes with several challenges:

  • Complex immigration procedures requiring work permits and residence visas.
  • Strict labour laws affecting expatriate employment contracts.
  • Tax & payroll compliance obligations for foreign employees.
  • Entity setup costs when establishing a local business.

Our EOR and PEO services offer a cost-effective and fully compliant alternative in Romania. We handle work permit sponsorship, payroll management, and HR compliance—allowing you to focus on business growth.

  • No entity setup required – Hire & onboard international talent without incorporating in Romania.
  • Full immigration compliance – Legally employ foreign workers with work permits.
  • Payroll & benefits administration – Ensure competitive compensation & tax compliance.
  • Faster hiring process – Secure work permits & visas with expert guidance.
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Work Permit Process in Romania: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Employer’s Role in Work Permit Application

  • The Employer of Record (EOR) or direct employer initiates the work permit application.
  • The certified work permit application (RD-2/1) is obtained for submission.

2. Long-Term Visa (Type D) Application

  • The foreign employee applies for a Type D visa at the Romanian embassy/consulate in their home country.
  • The work permit (RD-2/1) is a mandatory document for the visa application.
  • The temporary residence permit process starts at this stage.

3. Finalising the Temporary Residence Permit

  • Upon arrival in Romania, the expatriate must complete the residence permit application with the Romanian Ministry of Interior.
  • The Ministry issues the National Temporary Residence Identity Card within 30 days.

Documents Required for a Work Permit in Romania

Before Entering Romania

  • Completed Type D Visa Application
  • Valid passport (issued within the last 10 years)
  • Passport-sized photos (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
  • Proof of visa application fee payment
  • Health insurance policy (covering at least 6 months)
  • Criminal background check (from the applicant’s home country
  • Original certified work permit (RD-2/1) from the employer.

After Arrival in Romania

  • Original certified work permit application (RD-2/1)
  • Ministry of Interior’s Approval for Temporary Residence
  • Proof of accommodation (lease agreement or property ownership)
  • Valid passport
  • Police clearance certificate from home country
  • Biometric photograph for residence permit.

Work Permit Processing Time: Work permits in Romania typically take 3-8 months, plus an additional month for residence permit finalisation.

How an EOR Helps Secure Work Permits & Reduce Risks

Common reasons for visa & work permit rejections in Romania:

  • Incomplete or incorrect documentation.
  • Non-compliance with local labour laws.
  • Delays in submitting applications to authorities.

With Acumen International’s EOR service, you can:

  • Ensure complete compliance with Romanian immigration laws.
  • Reduce rejection risks with expert guidance & document verification.
  • Expedite work permit approvals with local employer sponsorship.

Our global mobility team manages the process, eliminating the administrative burden on your company.

Employer of Record (EOR) & Global Payroll Solutions in Romania

Beyond immigration support, Acumen International provides full-service employment solutions, including:

  • Work Permit & Immigration Compliance – End-to-end visa sponsorship & legal employment.
  • Global Payroll & Tax Management – Accurate salary processing & tax filing in compliance with Romanian regulations.
  • Employment Contracts & Benefits Administration – Compliant hiring structures for expatriates.
  • Risk-Free Market Expansion – Operate in Romania without establishing a local entity.

Why Businesses Choose Acumen International for Hiring Expats in Romania

  • Global Expansion Without Local Entity – Hire international talent without the administrative burden of company registration.
  • Full Compliance with Romanian Labour Laws – Ensure your business meets all legal, tax, and employment requirements.
  • Faster Market Entry – Reduce hiring timelines with streamlined work permit & visa sponsorship.
  • Payroll & HR Support for Expats – Competitive compensation & local tax compliance made easy.

Looking to onboard international employees in Romania? Contact us today!

All-In-One Global Employment Solution in Romania

Express Global Employment is a leading provider of global hiring and talent management services, offering secure and efficient solutions for businesses that need to manage international payroll, HR & benefits administration. Our full-service management solutions are tailored to each client’s international talent acquisition needs and can include everything from legal talent employment to benefits management and compliance to payroll and taxation.

Express Global Employment provides comprehensive services for building a global team, handling everything from hiring to compliance. Here’s what a Global Employer of Record can do:

  • Global Mobility Support: Simplifies onboarding and immigration, enabling quick onboarding and engagement of international talent.
  • Effortless Onboarding: Streamlines global employee onboarding to enhance productivity and speed up results.
  • Global Payroll & Benefits Management: Manages international payroll and benefits, ensuring compliance and competitive compensation.
  • Borderless Expansion Without Local Entities: Facilitates workforce expansion in 190+ countries, removing the need for local business entities.
  • Hire Internationally, Operate Everywhere: Offers support for scaling operations and seizing international opportunities swiftly.
  • Risk-Free Market Navigation: Provides expert guidance for secure expansion, managing permanent establishment, employee misclassification risks and compliance challenges in new markets.
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