Laura St
Romanian citizen
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61
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25
About me
Romanian
Speaks English, French, Romanian
Registration: 27 March 2018
Rec. ice hockey in Bucharest? by gelum
Hi guys, Canadian that may relocate to Buc in the near future. Any chance I can get to play some rec. hockey there? Should I bother to take my gear and sticks?Thanks,George
My kids went for a while to an ice skating rink, to learn to ice skate and maybe join their hockey team (jr), Patinoarul Tiriac (https://www.facebook.com/PatinoarulAllianzTiriacArena/). They train and host many competitions, and they might offer rec ... Read More
I need a mortgage by GG-RAMG
Hi Everyone Is there anyone out there who can arrange a mortgage for a brit newly married to a romanian girl and only just arrived in Bucharest, we want to buy a house, or anyone who knows a financial advisor to help with this, we are about to ...
I just sent it to you in a private message. Read More
Expat group in Ploiesti by Laura St
Hello! Any expats in Ploiesti or nearby? If yes, my husband and I created a facebook group (Expats in Ploiesti) for meeting other expats and locals. :) We live in Bucharest but will be commuting regularly to Ploiesti, and it would be nice to meet ...
Sounds great! Read More
I need a mortgage by GG-RAMG
Hi Everyone Is there anyone out there who can arrange a mortgage for a brit newly married to a romanian girl and only just arrived in Bucharest, we want to buy a house, or anyone who knows a financial advisor to help with this, we are about to ...
Hi, From our experience (Romanian married to American), it's a pretty stressful process but it's worth trying. We worked with a broker and got a loan last fall, after several banks absolutely refused giving us a loan simply because my ... Read More
Issues to change foreign drive license in ROmania. PLS HELP! by Saroy
HI there. Im Brazilian living in Romania for five years. I Could not have my driver document registered here in Romania since i was buying my place and would have the house in my name and new documentos, and after that I Could apply for ...
Hi, Same thing happened to an American friend of mine, 3-4 years ago. She emailed the issuing authority of her driving license and asked if they can send it by mail. They sent it to her mom's house, then her mom sent it to Bucharest by post. ... Read More
renting an apartment - cost of building management by New_in_town_2021
Hello, May someone confirm if it used that the tenant have to support the building management costs (e.g. elevators, commom areas like building entrance area, etc.) or it should be supported by the owner? What is its average cost? Thank you
It depends on the type of building: new/old, with elevator/without. We were paying around 6 lei for cleaning and electricity in the common area (no elevator). Better check with the administrator of your building. Read More
renting an apartment - cost of building management by New_in_town_2021
Hello, May someone confirm if it used that the tenant have to support the building management costs (e.g. elevators, commom areas like building entrance area, etc.) or it should be supported by the owner? What is its average cost? Thank you
Hi, The tenant is paying. These expenses are usually included in the utilities bill (which also include electricity, gas, water, garbage collection). The bills are around 150-200 lei/month/ person in warmer months, and 200-300 lei/month/person in ... Read More
Oradea university by brutus11
Good morning, My name is Bruno and I am a pharmacy student from Catania. I would like to undertake an experience abroad as a "free mover" also known as a '' visiting student '' in the university of Oradea. My professors ...
If you'll join their facebook group, you'll probably get a clarifying response sooner: https://www.facebook.com/groups/medicinaoradea/ Read More
Late insurance for renewal of residence permit by Elr0nd
Hello everyone! Romanian here, married to a lovely American lady and residing in Bucharest. We got her 1st residence permit (valid for 5 years) back in July 2017, so it is due to expire July next year. We had to get her a private health insurance ...
Hi, I am Romanian married to an American, living in Bucharest :). My husband renewed his permis de sedere in July, but I remember that this question came up each time he had to do it. When he went to Anaf, which was one-two weeks before his ... Read More
Changing Address Confusion by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a German Citizen living in Romania with a Registration Certificate. Currently residing in Ploiesti, I am going to be moving to Bucharest. The owners of the place that I will be moving to are giving me a hard time with the lease. I am ...
This is my last reply on this topic. We have discussed this with the Immigration office in Bucharest in January 2016 and in July 2020 when we changed the address, and their requirements are the same. We chose one of the two options that the ... Read More
Changing Address Confusion by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a German Citizen living in Romania with a Registration Certificate. Currently residing in Ploiesti, I am going to be moving to Bucharest. The owners of the place that I will be moving to are giving me a hard time with the lease. I am ...
No, it's not. Check out the legislation or call a notary to find out more. The Immigration office will also tell you that you need to choose one of these two, as the rights/responsibilities of the owner/tenant are different on these two types of ... Read More
Changing Address Confusion by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a German Citizen living in Romania with a Registration Certificate. Currently residing in Ploiesti, I am going to be moving to Bucharest. The owners of the place that I will be moving to are giving me a hard time with the lease. I am ...
Hello, You do need to have your name on the contract (a rental contract or a "contract de comodat", both are accepted by the Immigration Office). Maybe the owner needs to know that you are going to pay the taxes for the contract (around ... Read More
Covid-19 Vaccine by StevenW
I am a registered resident in Romania, paying income tax here but have been informed I cannot get a Covid-19 vaccine without a Romanian 'bulletin'. Has anyone else had the same problem and or found a way round it?
If you have a permis de sedere, which is the equivalent of a Romanian ID, you will be able to get one. However, only a few categories of people can get one now (disabled people, people with mental health issues, essential workers). Also, the ... Read More
Covid-19 Vaccine by StevenW
I am a registered resident in Romania, paying income tax here but have been informed I cannot get a Covid-19 vaccine without a Romanian 'bulletin'. Has anyone else had the same problem and or found a way round it?
If you have a permis de sedere, which is the equivalent of a Romanian ID, you will be able to get one. However, only a few categories of people can get one now (disabled people, people with mental health issues, essential workers). Also, the ... Read More
Couple with child/children in Ploiesti ( looking for friends) by Time is Flying
Hi, I am an expat and new in Ploiesti ,married with Romanian woman and have one minor daugther. I am looking similar couple to meet for coffee or lunch or for a walk Please message me if you have same intention. Regards Khan
I sent you a message. Read More
Couple with child/children in Ploiesti ( looking for friends) by Time is Flying
Hi, I am an expat and new in Ploiesti ,married with Romanian woman and have one minor daugther. I am looking similar couple to meet for coffee or lunch or for a walk Please message me if you have same intention. Regards Khan
Hi! We live in Bucharest but we go to Ploiesti every now and then. I am Romanian, my husband is American, and we have two little boys. We'd like together next time we visit! Read More
Working in Bucharest by Stephenjl69
Hi I want to move and work in Bucharest for a while if possible, I’ve visited Romania many tines, Cluj, Brassov, Transylvania and of course many times to Bucharest, I like the country and the people very much and would like to work in the ...
You may not find something in your field, or not right away, but there are employment opportunities for foreigners in Bucharest. There is a facebook group, "Cs and expats in Bucharest" and every now and then someone asks about jobs, and ... Read More
How to get registry married in Romania? by Ariful Islam007
I am a Bangladeshi. I have been living in Romania for the last six months. I have a work permit and I also work in an automation based company as an engineer. Recently, My US girl friend thought that we can get married in Romania. So is it possible ...
I'm assuming you have a permis de sedere.. The best thing to do is to go to Primarie (in the district/sector you live in), and ask them what you need. Also, you should go with a Romanian friend to make sure you get really clear info. Or you ... Read More
Short term visa extension possible due to corona? by xXCherryXx
Hi, As you all know due to corona many flights are cancelled and borders are closed. I'm supposed to go back to UAE for my work before the end of this month as my short term visa in Romania will expire then. Is there any ways to extend my short ...
Sorry about the link! I don't know what happened, it was working when I posted it. Anyway, this one is working at the ... Read More
Short term visa extension possible due to corona? by xXCherryXx
Hi, As you all know due to corona many flights are cancelled and borders are closed. I'm supposed to go back to UAE for my work before the end of this month as my short term visa in Romania will expire then. Is there any ways to extend my short ...
Hi! This is a late reply and I'm assuming you already got your answer elsewhere, but since I just replied to someone else asking the same question, a quick copy-paste: "The visas are automatically extended until the end of the crisis. ... Read More
Foreigners still in Romania? CoVID-19 Issues
The visas are automatically extended until the end of the crisis. After that, people have 90 days to leave Romania or change the type of visa/extend it. More info here: ... Read More
Medical Certificate & Social Health insurance
You probably figured it out already , but you should go to ANAF in your sector. They usually tell you what else needs to be done, if the case. Read More
Birth Certificate by Marinescu9
I am a Romanian citizen. Born in Romania to Romanian parents. I was adopted and raised in the US. I have all of my original adoption documents. I must go to Bucharesti to update my birth certificate. Does anyone know how long that will take and how ...
As far as I know, there is no cost (to save time, you should bring a copies of all your documents). I don't think it will take more than 1-3 days, but I would plan on 5 working days or so, just to be sure. Read More
If you are in the countryside we would like to hear any suggestion
Indeed, no paradise in rural Romania. However, you could have a look at villages near Arad (like Hasmas), Cluj (Floresti), Timisoara. They are not at all like the British countryside, with quiet, green pastures by one's house, though =). Read More
Romanian visas by Shazzdeb25
Hi there Was wondering if someone could help me with a couple of questions please. I’m wanting to marry my fiancé that is Romanian and currently living in Romania but I’m from South Africa and going over in February to get married ...
You can apply (for permis de sedere membru familie cetatean roman, valid for 5 years) after getting your marriage certificate, while here. No need to go back. Read More
Looking for short term rental (90 days) in Romania by Cthaeh
Hello! My name is Alyssa. My husband and I will be traveling around Europe for about a year, and we're hoping to stay in Romania for a couple of months. The stay would be from April 1st to June 29th. We are looking for a room or a flat rental ...
Hi! Renting a place for a couple of months is not so difficult, but it depends on the area.. Have you decided what city/etc? Read More
Health Insurance for Expat
If you already have your CNP, you can check here whether you are insured/co-insured (national health system) or not: http://www.cnas.ro/page/verificare-asigurat.html. If you are not, you should go to register to: Casa de Asigurări de ... Read More
Expat group in Ploiesti by Laura St
Hello! Any expats in Ploiesti or nearby? If yes, my husband and I created a facebook group (Expats in Ploiesti) for meeting other expats and locals. :) We live in Bucharest but will be commuting regularly to Ploiesti, and it would be nice to meet ...
Hi! I am not sure what happened, but it might be because I forgot to change a setting, "private" to "public" =)). Sorry about that! Hopefully it's visible now. This is the link, just in case: ... Read More
Invitation Letter by LvanSc
Hi all, Can anyone provide me with a template for an invitation for C/VV visa? I am from South Africa and do NOT need the invitation approved by the Inspectorate General, so can anyone assist in how the regular invitation should look and what ...
The link changes to a list of documents.. Anyway, copy-paste, as I can't attach a pdf here: S-a cerut autentificarea prezentului act: INVITAŢIE Subsemnatul……………………………, ... Read More
Playdates in Bucharest for a 4.5 year old
Hi! Welcome to Bucharest! :) We have a 2,5 year-old and a 4 month-old so different age range, but we'd still like to meet, if you could come to Izvor park or Cismigiu park (metro stop Izvor), some time! Read More
Invitation Letter by LvanSc
Hi all, Can anyone provide me with a template for an invitation for C/VV visa? I am from South Africa and do NOT need the invitation approved by the Inspectorate General, so can anyone assist in how the regular invitation should look and what ...
Hi, You can find a template here: https://legeaz.net/modele/model-invitatie-viza-de-scurta-sedere-in-romania, as well as the list of documents that the host needs to bring to notary. Some more info, if necessary, here: ... Read More
LOVE COOKING
Hi! I don't know anything about the rules ®ulations regarding homemade food, just a suggestion: you could ask this on the fb group "Cs and expats in Bucharest", as there are for sure a few restaurant owners there who might know. ... Read More
Expat group in Ploiesti
Hello! Any expats in Ploiesti or nearby? If yes, my husband and I created a facebook group (Expats in Ploiesti) for meeting other expats and locals. :) We live in Bucharest but will be commuting regularly to Ploiesti, and it would be nice to meet ... Read More
Private Gynaecology in Bucharest by mochchew11
Hi! We are moving soon to Romania and was wondering if there is anyone who knows a good private Gynaecology in Bucharest. One who knows fetal medicine would be great! Would be happy to get any feedback from anyone.
Regarding pediatricians, I've heard good things about doctor Ana Maria Briot - her office is by Piata Romana, intersection bd Dacia & str. Polona. Also, there are some good ones at Medicover Victoriei, too. A couple of friends told me they ... Read More
Private Gynaecology in Bucharest by mochchew11
Hi! We are moving soon to Romania and was wondering if there is anyone who knows a good private Gynaecology in Bucharest. One who knows fetal medicine would be great! Would be happy to get any feedback from anyone.
These are great news! Congratulations! :) And, I've only heard good things about dr. Banica, too! I'm so glad everything went well. :). Read More
Private Gynaecology in Bucharest by mochchew11
Hi! We are moving soon to Romania and was wondering if there is anyone who knows a good private Gynaecology in Bucharest. One who knows fetal medicine would be great! Would be happy to get any feedback from anyone.
Hi! I remembered to check my messages after many, many months =)) (life with toddler and baby is really busy). Have you, guys, moved to Bucharest yet? If yes, how are things going? Did you find a doctor yet? Read More
SO1 Form registration
CASMB (Casa de Asigurari de Sanatate a Municipiului Bucuresti) handles this type of forms. You should be able to find out more at the phone numbers listed here: ... Read More
Pregnancy in Bucharest by Christine
Hi, could you please share advice and tips about pregnancy in Bucharest? Who are the best gynecologists for pregnancy follow-ups? Which hospitals or clinics would you recommend to give birth in Bucharest? Thanks a lot in advance for ...
Is she Romanian or foreigner? If she's Romanian and has a (legal) job, then she should go to her family doctor and then they'll tell her what she can do next. Most tests and check-ups will be free. For the ones they need to pay for, primaria ... Read More
Private Gynaecology in Bucharest by mochchew11
Hi! We are moving soon to Romania and was wondering if there is anyone who knows a good private Gynaecology in Bucharest. One who knows fetal medicine would be great! Would be happy to get any feedback from anyone.
Hi! There are many good obstetricians - gynecologists in Bucharest and it's pretty easy to find a good one. I'd recommend finding one after you move here, as you might decide to go to one closer to your house. Anyway, I'd recommend Dr. ... Read More
English Speaking People in Bucharest by zam_ali
Hello Guys, Hope you are fine. Looking for english speaking people living in Bucharest Roamania and interested in friendship. lets share life experience in Romania. ZM
Look up Bridges - Internationals of Bucharest (on facebook) for various little events.. Also, Stuff for sale - expats in Bucharest where expats, etc sell stuff for cheap before leaving or just to free up space. There are some other expat groups ... Read More
Herbs and spices!
You can find them at Plafar (maybe you noticed them already, these shops are usually very easy to spot ) or Cora, Carrefour, Auchan, etc. Plafar offers the biggest variety usually, though. I'd recommend making a list with the condiments ... Read More
Registering a birth in Romania by David
Hi, About to have a baby or already had children? Let's share your experience about the paperworks for registering a birth in Romania. What are the formalities to obtain a birth certificate? What is the procedure to follow if both parents ...
Hi! Check out this website: https://washington.mae.ro/node/280. It's the Romanian version, as I was unable to find the English one quickly, but this shouldn't be a problem :). Read More
My wife giving birth with a heart condition
Hi, I'm sorry to hear about your wife's heart condition.. It's probably stressful, but with today's doctors and technlogy I think everything should be fine. Our 15-month-old was was born at Medicover, and I have two expat friends ... Read More
Events in Bucharest
Hello everyone, My husband and I like getting together with people, so we are organizing two events (in June and July). We posted them on the "Events" section already.. What's easier for you, organizing fun events, contributing with ... Read More
Looking for Job so I can get temp residency permit by docpedy
I Just moved to bucharest one month ago. I have money to support myself for the next 10 months but i found out that i still need a reason to stay here and the only one that fits me right away is to find any kind of work with my english language. I ...
Hi! I just came across this thread.. Your previous work experience might not matter too much, as most companies offer training on the job. Usually the HR departments of bigger companies consider people who have worked at least 6-8 month here (with ... Read More
New members of the Romania forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Romania forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello everyone, I am Romanian, my husband is an American working as a pastor and English teacher, and we live in Bucharest with our little one. As we have many Romanian and international friends here, we enjoy organizing little events every now and ... Read More
A Korean community in Bucharest? by sejeongkim
I am Sejeong Kim, a South Korean national. My husband and I are moving to Romania next year, and we'd like to learn about Korean community in Bucharest. I would appreciate if anyone replies! thank you! s
Hi! There are for sure quite a few Koreans in Bucharest. I personally know a Korean (Christian) pastor (he moved here with his wife almost 20 years ago), in whose church (a Romanian speaking one) there are two other Korean families. Then, I have met ... Read More