Maykal
English expat in Romania
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About me
English
Lives in Bucharest
Speaks English, Romanian, Turkish
Registration: 09 January 2010
Property Buying - Advices? / Lawyer Fees by Alex254
Hello everyone,I am in the early stages of buying a small Garsionera in Bucharest and I was wondering If you had any input or advice as what I know about the subject is mostly from google and not experience. I am buying a property through an agency ...
@Alex254 Don't waste your money/time with a lawyer, the notary public prepares the contract (it'll be standard - just check your details have been filled in correctly, as well as the price, address, etc) and they'll also check the legal status of ... Read More
UK driving licence by Kiefers99
Good evening all. I was just wondering if some one could shed some light on my UK driving Licence. Is it still valid to drive here in romania or do I now have to change to an RO Licence? Also how easy is it to get citizenship here as ive been ...
Yes, the UK driving licence is still valid in Romania although who knows when the rules will change. Once your UK driving licence expires (or preferably before it does), you'll have to change it for a Romanian one if you're still living ... Read More
American Thanksgiving in Transylvania by Sandor Villa
Hi everyone! We're considering doing an American Thanksgiving weekend at our boutique hotel/restaurant in Călugăreni, Mures. We'd do a traditional thanksgiving dinner on both the Thursday and Saturday (even Friday if there's ...
Hi Bela, You could try posting in 'Expats in Romania' too on FB to catch a wider audience for your dinners. Read More
To play cricket by Naviya
I am Sri Lankan. And I am a university cricketer. Do I have the opportunity to come to Romania and play cricket? Explain it to me. :unsure
Look up the Romania Cricket Federation. There are a few cricket clubs in Romania based in various cities and they frequently practice and hold competitions and a small league. The national team also participate in internationals and have done so ... Read More
American Expat: Moving to Romania in 2023 by Pucari1984
Hello Everyone, New member to expat.com as I'm a recently-married American in his mid 30s. My wife and I are planning to move to Romania in 2023 and although it seems like quite a while down the road, we're starting to make plans now as we ...
Hi, As a non-EU citizen, you cannot own land in Romania (unless there is a particular international treaty between the US and Romania covering it - you'd have to check) but you can own bricks and mortar so an apartment is not a problem - the ... Read More
how can i immigrate to Romania by visser
Hi, my name is visser i am an Iranian girl , 40 years old ,single . i am going to immigrate to Romania .but first of all i prefer find a job . i have 16 years experience related to marketing ,sales ,commercial management... i worked with a lot of ...
Hi Visser, Here is the website for the Romanian immigration department which should help you work out what kind of visa you want and if you are eligible: http://igi.mai.gov.ro/en/content/migration And here are some of the most commonly used site ... Read More
Accommodation in Romania: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when youre new to or have not moved to Romania just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
Hi, Just did a quick search on a Romanian classifieds site and for the Piata Victoriei area I was getting prices around 350-400 for a studio, 500 (plus/minus 50) for a one-bedroom flat, and 600 (plus/minus 50) for a two-bedroom flat. These are for ... Read More
Permanent residence
According to IGI, yes, for permanent residence. Read here: http://igi.mai.gov.ro/ro/content/acordarea-reziden%C5%A3ei-permanente And according to ANC, also a yes for citizenship (with some additional ... Read More
Residence Permit Help by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a German citizen that was living in America. Currently moving to Romania. I will be applying for a residency permit based on 'means of support'. I am currently in Romania, and have been trying to open a bank account for 1.5 weeks ...
Try Banca Transilvania or LIbra. It clearly says on their websites that all you need is a passport. You may also need some proof of address, such as your rental contract. I've seen people have problems with this in the past - you just need to ... Read More
Exchange of UK Driving license for EU/Romanian for 'no-deal' Brexit by squeezebox
HI. UK Goverment are advising that in the case of a 'no-deal' brexit UK drivers will lose the ability to exchange driving licenses for EU ones without having to re-take a driving test. That's a problem for anyone with a UK license who is planning to ...
@Robin & Sue: if you're on Facebook, trying joining the Britons in Romania group - they have lots of info on the legalities we face regarding Brexit. There were some meetings between the British Ambassador and a Romanian Minister where the ... Read More
Exchange of UK Driving license for EU/Romanian for 'no-deal' Brexit by squeezebox
HI. UK Goverment are advising that in the case of a 'no-deal' brexit UK drivers will lose the ability to exchange driving licenses for EU ones without having to re-take a driving test. That's a problem for anyone with a UK license who is planning to ...
I've heard that you no longer need the medical certificate or a translation of your old licence. Read More
German to Romania Requirements by ixDavidxi
Hello, I made a post a while back asking what the required documents would be for a U.S. Citizen to move to Romania and found that the easiest method for myself would be to get my German Passport. I am considered a German Citizen due to family ...
Seeing as you have to apply within the first three months of arrival, it would technically be impossible to show that you've had that amount coming in for the previous three months. I've renewed the certificate three times now, and the first ... Read More
farm land prices around Galati by Galati to London
I’ve been offered some land in the Galati region But have no idea on farm land prices or cost per hector? Any guidance would be much appreciated!
By farm land I'm assuming it's 'extravilan'; no existing permission to build on it. However, the price will also depend on exactly where it is, access, possibility to convert to intravilan, and so on. Doing a bit of googling, ... Read More
German to Romania Requirements by ixDavidxi
Hello, I made a post a while back asking what the required documents would be for a U.S. Citizen to move to Romania and found that the easiest method for myself would be to get my German Passport. I am considered a German Citizen due to family ...
A mate of mine did his certificate last week and got a one-year policy from Groupama for 130 lei (just under 30 Euro). Read More
German to Romania Requirements by ixDavidxi
Hello, I made a post a while back asking what the required documents would be for a U.S. Citizen to move to Romania and found that the easiest method for myself would be to get my German Passport. I am considered a German Citizen due to family ...
By the way, when you go to the insurance company, make sure they give you insurance for residency, not for tourism. Read More
German to Romania Requirements by ixDavidxi
Hello, I made a post a while back asking what the required documents would be for a U.S. Citizen to move to Romania and found that the easiest method for myself would be to get my German Passport. I am considered a German Citizen due to family ...
Yes, that's the one. You can download the application form from the site too, to save some trouble. They take your photo there. You should also make some photocopies of your passport. But it's pretty straightforward - I used this means and ... Read More
German to Romania Requirements by ixDavidxi
Hello, I made a post a while back asking what the required documents would be for a U.S. Citizen to move to Romania and found that the easiest method for myself would be to get my German Passport. I am considered a German Citizen due to family ...
You could apply as someone with personal means of support; it's probably the least hassle. You just need to open a bank account, put about 50 Euro in it, get the bank to print out a bank statement, and you take that to immigration along with ... Read More
Driving test
I think you'll have to still sign up for the school...although once you've paid them, I don't know how strict they are about you actually turning up to classes. ;) Read More
Driving test
Hi there. I assume you don't already have a licence. If you do, no need to take the test again. Alternatively, you could just pop back home, take the test there, then come back and change it for a Romanian one. Could be easier in terms of ... Read More
Halal meat market by jasmine syed
Any help to find the HALAL MEAT MARKET/FOOD in bucharest Shukrya!!! Thanks
Hi, There are quite a few. Here are some I found on the net: Macelaria Orient Program: Orar: 9-20 (L-S); 9-15 (D) Adresă: Bucuresti, Şoseaua Andronache, nr. 53A Macelarie Kassap Adresa: Sos. Andronache, nr. 3 Macelaria Abu ... Read More
Find a house to rent in Brasov by DigNomad
Hi! I'm in the process of moving to Brasov, and I'm finding quite difficult the search for a house to rent. I mean, most of the websites/announces are in Romanian and I don't speak romanian, yet. Do you know of any web portal or ...
You're welcome. Good luck with the move! Read More
Find a house to rent in Brasov by DigNomad
Hi! I'm in the process of moving to Brasov, and I'm finding quite difficult the search for a house to rent. I mean, most of the websites/announces are in Romanian and I don't speak romanian, yet. Do you know of any web portal or ...
Hi there. Try White Mountain Properties. I think they specialise in Brasov and the owner is a Brit and all his staff (I suppose) speak English, so language shouldn't be a problem. Read More
Orthodox wedding in Romania by fordescort
Hello everyone! I am planning to get married with my Romanian partner, and I was wondering about the church wedding. We already have the civil marriage figured out according to Romanian legislation and formalities. My question is, as a former ...
Technically the Romanian Orthodox Church does not allow it. Apparently you have to get a special dispensation: they may ask you to be baptised in the orthodox religion first or give them your first born child. There was a similar situation in 2016 ... Read More
Selling uk car in Romania by Rene07
Hi all, i was wondering if anyone could help me with info regarding selling my UK (RHD) car in Rumania.. it a toyota landcruiser 4x4 1998.. any info will appriciate alot. Thanks
Registering RHD cars in Romania is illegal (as of two days ago) except for those from within the EU so make sure you sell it before the UK leaves the EU or it's value will drop considerably (as the buyer would have to modify it to LHD before ... Read More
Reliable Car Rental Company in Bucharest? by ViolaLei
Hello, Does anyone know any reliable car rental company in Bucharest?
I've used eurocars for a number of years without any problems. Read More
Do and don't in Romania by expat.com
Are you living in Romania? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in Romania? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in Romania?[/b] Thanks!
Uber exists. There is also blablacar, a car sharing app which could be handy for getting around the country. If you want to visit some of the out-of-the-way places, then I'd say you definitely need to rent a car, but for travelling between ... Read More
Herbs and spices!
Go to Obor, the new building, upstairs. There are some spice shops there with most stuff in large sacks. Works out cheaper than buying lots of little packets and they have a bigger selection. Downstairs you can find some herbs on the stalls but a ... Read More
Driving license by happyuser
Hello, need your help. I am from Hungary, 24 years old. This summer ill be in Romanian / Bucharest for around a year and was wondering, can I use the time to take driving license. Please someone tell me if this is enough to be eligible for ...
Hi happyuser, Firstly, as an EU citizen, you only need a 'certificat de inregistrare', not a residence permit (although I think you're talking about that). You only need: passport (original and copy), the filled-in application form ... Read More
Mandolin!
You're welcome! I've also got a Hora classical guitar and it plays quite well (or, as well as I can play it! :D :D ). Good luck with your search. Read More
Mandolin!
Actually, on their site, they list a shop in Foscani that supposedly stocks their stuff: Focsani SC Procorev Digital SRL - Mag. 1001 Articole Str. Mare a Unirii nr.11 0768-758190 Read More
Mandolin!
Saw a couple on OLX for about 200 lei. Type 'mandolina' into the search box. Saw this one too - you could have it couriered: Mandolina Or same one here, bit cheaper: Mandolina Hora Hora is a local brand, made in Reghin, which is famous ... Read More
Driving license by Milou1975
Hello my question can i exchange my Lebanese driving license to the Romanian one and what is the procedure? thank you
According to the police: http://www.prefecturabucuresti.ro/resurse/permise/1_Anexele_la_OMAI_nr_163_2011_.pdf?1458027343688 Lebanon is part of Annex 3. The procedure is outlined ... Read More
Cost of living for 2 expats by Inexpert
Hello guys! I'm a hotel management student from Portugal and together with my girlfriend, we are planning to do an internship in Bucharest for 3 months. Is [b]1000€[/b] enough to live comfortably in Bucharest? We don't want anything ...
I wouldn't be too concerned about safety, Bucharest is far safer than most European cities. Of course, you should take the usual precautions but no particular need to be worried. Most of the crime here is just petty theft and bad driving. Two ... Read More
Required Documents for Residency by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a US Citizen planning on moving to Romania in the next month or two. I have been looking into the documents that I need in order to complete this move but the further I look into it, the more I get confused. So I am asking the community ...
I would suggest speaking to an immigration lawyer with experience in German citizenship (the US embassy in Germany might be able to recommend one). Read More
Required Documents for Residency by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a US Citizen planning on moving to Romania in the next month or two. I have been looking into the documents that I need in order to complete this move but the further I look into it, the more I get confused. So I am asking the community ...
If you could somehow get a passport from another EU member state (such as Germany) due to family history (for example, a grandparent was from an EU member state - rules vary from country to country), that'd allow you to live in Romania (or any ... Read More
Required Documents for Residency by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a US Citizen planning on moving to Romania in the next month or two. I have been looking into the documents that I need in order to complete this move but the further I look into it, the more I get confused. So I am asking the community ...
I think you'll have to find a reason, at least ostensibly. Countries aren't usually in the habit of just handing out residency permits without a reason. Read More
Required Documents for Residency by ixDavidxi
Hello, I am a US Citizen planning on moving to Romania in the next month or two. I have been looking into the documents that I need in order to complete this move but the further I look into it, the more I get confused. So I am asking the community ...
The documents tend to vary depending on what basis you're applying for residency (work, study, scientific research, family reintegration, etc). Read More
Need advice on taxes in Romania - employee vs freelancing by BuzyLizy
Hi Everyone I will in the near future love to move to Romania after marrying my Romanian fiancée and completing application for residency. Of course only after becoming a resident, will I be able to work in the country. Because of the ...
Hi, Salaries in Romania are nearly always quoted net, so that 400 Euro is probably what you'll get in hand after you've paid all your taxes. You should check though. 400 Euro is about standard for an entry-level call centre job, but of ... Read More
Big and Tall Clothing by romaniaorbust
Can anyone possibly help me find a store that offers larger size mens clothing? I am a size 40/42 in the states on pants and I absolutely can't find any stores here that sell my size. All the plus size clothing I find is for women and most of ...
I usually get trousers from Marks and Spencer and/or C&A, which are in some of the malls (Mega Mall in east Bucharest, for example). They have a variety of fits and usually have up to 44 inch waists (that's UK size, I assume it's the ... Read More
Rolling Tobacco in Romania by mikey75
Buna! I fly to Bucharest on Sunday, to start work in a job involved in wildlife conservation in the Vrancea County. Focșani will be my nearest biggest city. I have visited Romania several times, in the past, and always had a supply of ...
Mega Mall in Bucharest has a tobacconist that sells a variety of rolling tobaccos (although not ones you'll be familiar with from the UK, ie, not GV or OH) so if you have a friend or acquaintance who goes to Bucharest, get him to stock up for ... Read More
Romanian name
Never heard of it as a name (of a person). Perhaps a nickname or something. Do you have the context? Could it be an acronym/initialism? Read More
Residence permit - Proof of social security by Masah87
Hello, My name is Douglas and I am a Brazilian citizen living in Romania. Currently I am a student (I've got a student's residence permit since last year) and I've got a job here as well. On last month I married here in Romania, my wife ...
Hopefully someone can provide more up-to-date info, but in the pre-EU days, when I applied for residency, I went to a insurance company and paid for private health insurance for the period of residence (I was applying for a two-year permit). Read More
Retiring in Romania by GenJerDan
Hi I'm Dan, and the plan right now is to retire from US Government service in the next couple of years and build a house in Romania. We already own an apartment there, so there won't be a rush to build. My biggest problem right now is ...
Hi Dan, I couldn't find anything online to help regarding US branches in Romania; Citi seems to be the only possibility and they only do corporate here. Perhaps you'll just have to open a bank account with a local bank and transfer the ... Read More
Paying bills in Romania by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Romania? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
Most apartment have a monthly bill paid to the block admin (usually in a little room somewhere at the top or bottom of the block). It includes all communal bills (hall lighting, lift repairs, corridor heating, cleaning, rubbish, etc) and some ... Read More
Romania - Any help apprecitated! by Pisicuta
Hello all! First of all big thanks to everyone here. My flights are booked so I'm leaving for Romania beginning of March. Currently trying to get a flat sorted. Thankfully I've got friends who are going to help me do that from here. ...
Not to mention the fact that if they found a tenant willing to pay more, they could kick you out without notice. Definitely get one with a contract and make sure it gets registered. Are you moving to Bucharest? If so, let us know the location and ... Read More
What are my options?
He might not necessarily have a passport - he could have entered the UK with his (then valid) ID card. You should probably go to the Romanian embassy where you can get a document allowing you to travel back to Romania (even with an expired ID card) ... Read More
Which bank to choose for my small business in Romania? by Evang_elos
Hello, I currently live in Bucharest. I am opening now my business, I am asking your experience about which to bank to choose for my business account. I don't speak Romanian yet and this makes it difficult to understand eveyrthing. I am ...
Got a mail from Raifeissen the other days...they're increasing their fees! Time to change. I heard that ING offer most stuff for free if you deposit at least 700 lei in the account per month. Read More
Public health insurance by Dolfin66
Hi all, My temporary residence visa (Permis de Sedere) has been issued and I understand I need to register with the health authority in Bucharest. Can anyone tell me if that means I can use the public health system? I bought low level emergency ...
Oh ok, thanks. I had an operation recently and I couldn't give them a card, but I have a part time job (pretty much exactly to avoid having to do a lot of paperwork trips when applying for things - being employed just makes things that much ... Read More
Public health insurance by Dolfin66
Hi all, My temporary residence visa (Permis de Sedere) has been issued and I understand I need to register with the health authority in Bucharest. Can anyone tell me if that means I can use the public health system? I bought low level emergency ...
@Romaniac: Did you manage to get a health card in the end? I know there was some delay in issuing them to non-Romanians. If you got one, was it a particularly arduous process or did your employer sort it out for you? Read More
Buying property in Romania by a non european citizen by Andreea Daniela
I am a romanian married to a turkish citizen living/working in India. I own an appartment in Bucharest and would like to buy other property as investment. I would like to know if my husbands presence is mandatory, because I heard different opinions ...
Mark_W: Based on Lege nr. 312/2005, specifically art. 6, which states citizens from non-EU member states cannot own land in Romania as private citizens with the exception of those whose countries have established a bi-lateral agreement with ... Read More
Buying property in Romania by a non european citizen by Andreea Daniela
I am a romanian married to a turkish citizen living/working in India. I own an appartment in Bucharest and would like to buy other property as investment. I would like to know if my husbands presence is mandatory, because I heard different opinions ...
I meant non-EU citizens, although I suspect you know that perfectly well. I apologise for any stress caused. Read More
Online shopping in Romania by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Romania? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently and ...
Not a big fan of ordering online, mostly because of the courier service. As I'm self employed and work all over the place, it's a real hassle to have to be at home all day waiting for them, especially as they're not very precise with ... Read More
Buying property in Romania by a non european citizen by Andreea Daniela
I am a romanian married to a turkish citizen living/working in India. I own an appartment in Bucharest and would like to buy other property as investment. I would like to know if my husbands presence is mandatory, because I heard different opinions ...
It's also in the law, I think, that the buyer chooses the notar. Read More
Buying property in Romania by a non european citizen by Andreea Daniela
I am a romanian married to a turkish citizen living/working in India. I own an appartment in Bucharest and would like to buy other property as investment. I would like to know if my husbands presence is mandatory, because I heard different opinions ...
Anyone can buy an apartment. Non-Romanian citizens can't own land. So if he wants to invest in apartments, it shouldn't be a problem. The only slight technicality is that with most apartments, the owner also buys a small amount of land under ... Read More
netball clubs by NickyJenner
Hi. I'll be moving to Bucharest early next year. Does anyone know of any netball clubs? I play regularly and would love to keep playing. Thanks.
Never heard of anyone playing netball here. You might have to branch out into another sport. They frequently play handball, basketball and volleyball here. Read More
Tax code? by daz90
I am an English national, living in Romania for over six years now, I have a UK bank account with HSBC. They have sent me a letter asking for my tax residency self certificate, this is fair enough I have read and understand what is required. My ...
Hey Daz, Are you sure you have a work permit? Those were scrapped for EU citizens 10 years ago. Are you sure you're not talking about the 'certificat de inregistrare'? It's basically a piece of paper that you get every five years, ... Read More
Tax code? by daz90
I am an English national, living in Romania for over six years now, I have a UK bank account with HSBC. They have sent me a letter asking for my tax residency self certificate, this is fair enough I have read and understand what is required. My ...
6 years isn't enough to understand the Romanian tax laws, especially as they change every year! :D I think he was referring to a numerical code though, like an identification number, rather than the code (set of laws) itself. Might be wrong ... Read More
Tax code? by daz90
I am an English national, living in Romania for over six years now, I have a UK bank account with HSBC. They have sent me a letter asking for my tax residency self certificate, this is fair enough I have read and understand what is required. My ...
Hey Daz, If you don't have a business of any kind (and therefore a CUI/CIF) then the CNP is used for tax registration for 'persoane fizice'. You can find it on your residency certificate. It's basically like the National Insurance ... Read More
Finding work
As Romaniac says, English isn't a huge advantage, although there are some jobs where not knowing Romanian won't necessarily be a disadvantage (but do learn it; it's not that hard and will make life more fun). Here are a few sites ... Read More
Expat in Romania found new job in Netherlands
Hi, She can quit in a number of ways. The easiest is one which involves both parties (the employee and employer) agreeing to part ways. In this case, she should prepare a written request to the employer stating the date she wants to bring the ... Read More
Night Train to Constanta. by oisiovici
Hi Everyone, Can someone help me how can I search train schedules from Bucurest to Constanta? Are there trains leaving from OTP Airport straight to Contanta or I need to go to Gare du Nord and then get the train? Which is the best way train or bus ...
Hi Levi, There are no trains at the airport. There is some kind of train service but it stops quite a way from the airport so you have to get a bus there to get the train to Gara de Nord. Alternatively, there's an express bus that goes to GDN ... Read More
Property :Lawyers, how to buy property without tricks ?
Hiring a lawyer probably increases your chance of losing money... Read More
Driving license in Romania by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Romania? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Romania? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
http://www.spcrpcivcluj.ro/permise/pc-straine Says here to go to the Treasury or a Post Office. Read More
Invitation letter
Ask the person you are planning to visit to write you a letter of invitation? Read More
Currently living in UK, London looking to move to Romania, help? by SamuelBC
Hi, I am Sam 23 from London, I work in the antique trade and I do part time computer hardware engineering What sort of jobs could I find in Romania? I have several romanian friends and would love to live there myself, I have been interested for ...
Hi Sam, There are a few issues. Firstly, I suppose you don't know Romanian, which really narrows down the possibilities. Knowing only English isn't really enough as so many Romanians speak great English. If you know another language ... Read More
looking for job
Hi, Yes, I think you'd have to speak Romanian. Let's put it this way, if I came to your bank and asked for a job, but didn't speak Egyptian and knew nothing about Egyptian banking systems, would you give me a job? I think it'd be ... Read More
looking for job
Yes, I'm sure there are lots (check ejob, bestjobs and hipo). The first questions any potential employer will ask you are: 1. Are you qualified and are your qualifications accepted in Romania? 2. Are you aware of Romanian accounting practices ... Read More
how are is it to get work if you only speak english
As so many Romanians speak good English, it's not much of an advantage. If you know another language, a less common one, you can find call centre or IT support work where not knowing Romanian wouldn't be an issue, but just knowing English ... Read More
Looking for information about the Predelut area
Hi. Don't know a lot about that area, only been as a tourist, but it's highly developed for tourism so naturally prices are probably a little above average. If you look on sites such as OLX you'll get an idea of the going rates, probably ... Read More
Real Intention to move to RO. by oisiovici
Hi Everyone, I am Brazilian son of a Romanian father and I want to move to RO asap, love the country and the people, my roots are there, since tender age this will is present in my live. To make this dream come true I need to get a job, my ...
Hi Levi, Your chances will be greatly improved if you speak Romanian. Did your father teacher you? Also for employment purposes, if you have Romanian citizenship (you could apply to get it due to your father) then more employers will be inclined to ... Read More
IT salaries in Romania by downshifter
Hi all, I got an opportunity in Romania, for a big multinational company in the sector of gambling. They're requesting my expectation and I am finding a little bit difficult to understand how much ... Position is IT Architect, in Cluj - Napoca. ...
Salaries are often negotiated in Euro, but on the official work contract your salary will be stated in lei. A net salary of 2600 Euro per month would result from a gross salary of about 44K Euro per year. Read More
IT salaries in Romania by downshifter
Hi all, I got an opportunity in Romania, for a big multinational company in the sector of gambling. They're requesting my expectation and I am finding a little bit difficult to understand how much ... Position is IT Architect, in Cluj - Napoca. ...
Hi, Here's an article to give you an idea. It's in Romanian but the chart at the bottom is in English and covers a range of positions that should give you an idea of what to ask for. Note that these are monthly and net, which is about two ... Read More
Document to sell property in Romania by DeputyDawg46
I am Romanian born and have been in the USA for 20+ years as a USA citizen. Recently, I inherited an apartment and some land in Romania. My Romanian passport and ID card have expired. Can I sell my inherited property with my Romanian birth ...
Fair enough. I'd assumed after that much time he'd have got citizenship there, but if not, he'll have to do the renewal. Read More
Document to sell property in Romania by DeputyDawg46
I am Romanian born and have been in the USA for 20+ years as a USA citizen. Recently, I inherited an apartment and some land in Romania. My Romanian passport and ID card have expired. Can I sell my inherited property with my Romanian birth ...
Not sure really. In the case of the guy who sold my place, i think he'd given up his Romanian citizenship when he left the country. Can US citizens have double citizenship? I was also thinking getting a tax number (NIF) as a US citizen might be ... Read More
Document to sell property in Romania by DeputyDawg46
I am Romanian born and have been in the USA for 20+ years as a USA citizen. Recently, I inherited an apartment and some land in Romania. My Romanian passport and ID card have expired. Can I sell my inherited property with my Romanian birth ...
If you no longer have Romanian identity documents and a CNP, you'll need to register with the fiscal authorities in order for the taxes on the sale to be paid. When I bought my place the owner was in a similar situation, having left ... Read More
Changing British Driving Licence in Romania
Office for Ilfov is the same as Bucharest I think, that being the one in Pipera. You can carry on using your UK licence until it expires. Changing it to a Romanian one doesn't require much; a doctor's note, a form, some fees (which might ... Read More
Registration certificate for EU citizens now free
That's good. I have to renew mine on Monday. Paying those fees was always a pain (queuing at the post office, queuing at the CEC, etc) for some paltry amounts. Read More
Fee for the Registration Certificate
Good spot, I hadn't noticed that. I looked on the site not so long ago and the fees were still posted. Had a google around the net and found this: http://codfiscal.net/44655/taxele-nefiscale-anulate-incepand-cu-1-februarie-2017 Read More
Permanent Residence by Maykal
Has anyone, particularly EU citizens, applied for permanent residence (10 years)? According to the MAI site, one of the requirements is proving that you've a) been here long enough to be eligible and b) haven't had measures taken against you ...
Ah ok, cheers. That should be easy enough then. I have a five-year certificate, and had another five-year one before that which I assume (but probably incorrectly, knowing the red tape here) that they could verify, plus I have utility bills filed ... Read More
Permanent Residence
Has anyone, particularly EU citizens, applied for permanent residence (10 years)? According to the MAI site, one of the requirements is proving that you've a) been here long enough to be eligible and b) haven't had measures taken against you ... Read More
Romanian girlfriend
If you have a UK passport, and if she has a Romanian passport, you can move freely between to two countries, whenever you like, and for as long as you like (although if you want to stay in one of the places more than three months, you need to ... Read More
Property prices in Romania
Depends what kind of foreigner you are. If you have (or can get) an EU passport, you can own the land as well. If you've lived here long enough (8 years I think) you can apply for a Romanian citizenship and own the land. If none of those are ... Read More
Drinking water in Bucharest by xozz
Just curious what others do for drinking water... Ive read and been told the tap water is drinkable but just the smell of it is bad enough I'd hate to taste it! I used to go to the supermarket every few days and carry back 6 x 5L water bottles ...
I just drink the tap water, except when they've been working on the system and it runs a bit foul for an hour or two. If you can be bothered, just fill up a bottle and leave it with the lid off for a while and any aromas more or less disappear. ... Read More
Insight on workshops held in ENG/FR/RO by Sarah Key
Hello, In January I will start a series of some cross-over workshops with an extremely interdisciplinary approach. They will involve creative and strategic thinking, personal development, networking and activities that will help people find ...
Hi, These kinds of seminars were quite big here a decade ago when a lot of the big companies were really into it and would pay for their employees to take part - mostly interpersonal skills and team building events. Since the crisis, the interest ... Read More
Romania residency
Although I'm not absolutely certain, I think he's offering help :) Read More
Thanksgiving
You could try one of the following restaurants - they have Romanian food and most of them have menus in English so you won't struggle to find your way around: Hanul Berarilor (two locations, one near Unirii and another on Pache Protopopescu in ... Read More
Thanksgiving
It's not a recognised holiday here so it's unlikely. Some places (more in the countryside) have a kind of harvest ball, but that's about it. Why not give thanks to your safe arrival in a new culture by celebrating with a slap-up ... Read More
Travel in Romania by Billywizz
Hi, does anyone have any good recommendations for weekends away .....preferably that don't need a 4x4. Also, any recommended places to stay .....pet friendly if possible. Thanks
Hi, Also, what season are you talking about? Do you have a car or would you use public transport? If you fancy a bit of peace and quiet with plenty of opportunity for dog walking, you could try one of the Saxon villages close to Sighisoara such a ... Read More
British / English food shop in Bucharest? by Guestposter451
Can anyone tell me the address of the British / English food shop in Bucharest? I think that it is somewhere near or in the French Village, Baneasa area. A free box of mince pies for the first person to let me have the address!!
Maybe I was being a bit cynical, but a new expat poster comes online, finds this site for expats, makes a profile, and offers a prize for anyone who can post the address of a business geared for expats... Seemed a little odd that you were internet ... Read More
British / English food shop in Bucharest? by Guestposter451
Can anyone tell me the address of the British / English food shop in Bucharest? I think that it is somewhere near or in the French Village, Baneasa area. A free box of mince pies for the first person to let me have the address!!
Oh, and I'm pretty sure you can get crackers in some of the large hypermarkets nearer the date, and Christmas pud, come on...have some fun an make it! You can get all the ingredients here and you're basically just throwing it into a bowl and ... Read More
British / English food shop in Bucharest? by Guestposter451
Can anyone tell me the address of the British / English food shop in Bucharest? I think that it is somewhere near or in the French Village, Baneasa area. A free box of mince pies for the first person to let me have the address!!
No, I don't, sorry. My blog is about Romanian food, so hasn't lead me to look for UK ingredients. And I've been out of the UK since the late 90s, so don't really crave much food-wise, except for sometimes picking up a jar of Marmite ... Read More
Are you happy in Romania? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Romania? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Didn't you claim to be leaving last year? :PHe's probably still stuck at Nadlac. :D Read More
British / English food shop in Bucharest? by Guestposter451
Can anyone tell me the address of the British / English food shop in Bucharest? I think that it is somewhere near or in the French Village, Baneasa area. A free box of mince pies for the first person to let me have the address!!
I think it was a marketing ploy, cheia :D Read More
CNP renew procedure by Endro
Hello, been living in Romania for 5 years now and the time has come to renew my CNP. Unfortunately i have no clue on how, where and what, as last time i got help from my ex-employer who handled most of the things. I live in Universitate. Any one can ...
You're welcome and good luck! I've renewed it twice and both times it was all pretty easy to do. If you've been here for more than five years, you can apply for a certificate of permanent residence. To be honest, I haven't been able ... Read More
CNP renew procedure by Endro
Hello, been living in Romania for 5 years now and the time has come to renew my CNP. Unfortunately i have no clue on how, where and what, as last time i got help from my ex-employer who handled most of the things. I live in Universitate. Any one can ...
A CNP is for life, you don't need to renew it! :) What I think you're referring to is the certificate of registration (that piece of paper which you got from the Autoritate pentru Straini which had a CNP on it). You have to renew this ... Read More
Aviateii by DanDeelaPilot
Hi people! I'm moving permanently to Bucharest this week. I want to live in Aviatei or Baneasa but then again Uniri seems nice. Any advice? My only worry is traffic back to the airport in Otopeni. I'm brand new in Bucharest and I ...
Hi, If you're going to be travelling to the airport during peak hours, then Unirii is probably going to be a good hour's drive through the traffic. From Aviatei or Baneasa it'll be a lot shorter, especially if you work out the right ... Read More
Does anyone know about the Health system in Romania? by geetargirl
Hi - I am just hoping someone can let me know how the health system in Romania - I am coming to Romania next year but this question is about a Romanian friend I have. She is heavily pregnant and is telling me the baby is in the wrong position and ...
Yes, it'd be pretty much impossible to pay the hospital directly (unless she has gone private, but that's unlikely if she supposedly poor). You'll just have to transfer the money to her account and hope for the best. Maybe she's just ... Read More
Does anyone know about the Health system in Romania? by geetargirl
Hi - I am just hoping someone can let me know how the health system in Romania - I am coming to Romania next year but this question is about a Romanian friend I have. She is heavily pregnant and is telling me the baby is in the wrong position and ...
I thought that may be the case. Unless you know this person personally and really well, I'd be wary of lending her the money. You might even find out she's making the whole pregnancy story up! It's quite a common 'business' here ... Read More
Does anyone know about the Health system in Romania? by geetargirl
Hi - I am just hoping someone can let me know how the health system in Romania - I am coming to Romania next year but this question is about a Romanian friend I have. She is heavily pregnant and is telling me the baby is in the wrong position and ...
Is she trying to tap you up for the cash, then? Read More