No, U.S. passport holders do not need a visa to visit Romania for stays of up to 90 days within any 180?day period for tourism or business .
Here are the key details:
Entry Conditions for U.S. Citizens
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Visa?free travel for up to 90 days in a 180?day period reuters.comvisitworld.today+2reddit.com+2reuters.com+2.
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Must have a passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure .
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You may be asked to show proof of:
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Return/onward ticket
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Accommodation details
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Sufficient funds
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Important Context
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Romania joined the Schengen Area effective January?1,?2025 travel.state.gov+15roimmigration.com+15myromaniantrip.com+15kiplinger.com+15reddit.com+15tpa-group.ro+15.
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That means your time in Romania now counts toward the standard Schengen 90/180?day limit across all Schengen countries myromaniantrip.com+15roimmigration.com+15reddit.com+15.
Upcoming ETIAS Requirement
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Beginning in late 2026, U.S. travelers to Romania will need an ETIAS travel authorization (not a visa), valid for multiple visits over 3 years, costing about €7 brides.com+5en.wikipedia.org+5kiplinger.com+5.
