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Residence for Investors

RomaniaInvestor Visahigh confidence

16% flat income tax. One of EU's lowest. EU member New golden visa proposed 2025 at €400k (not yet in force). Standard resident route at lower threshold.

Investment
€100k investment in Romanian company (proposed new gold…
Processing
4 months
Min stay
183 days/year
Tax rate
16% flat income tax. One of EU's lowest. EU member%

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Demand score13/100

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes
PR after5.0 years
Citizenship path8 years
Dual citizenshipYes
Remote workYes
Healthcare includedYes
Crypto accepted
Same-sex recognised
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Investor residence (~EUR200k); EU long-term-residence rules expect substantial presence to maintain/renew

medium confidence

Highlights

  • Investment from $100,000
  • Leads to permanent residency
  • Flat 16% income tax rate
  • Processing time of 4 months
  • Potential new golden visa in 2025

What could change

Proposed changes to investment thresholds could alter the programme's appeal.

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Tax Notes

Romania has a flat income tax rate of 16%, one of the lowest in the EU.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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People also ask

Can I get Romanian citizenship by investment?
Naturalisation as a Romanian citizen is possible if one has legally lived in Romania for more than 8 years or 5 years if married to a Romanian citizen. Romania citizenship by investment is not available.
How much is the golden visa for Romania?
Minimum Investment Requirement: €400,000 The cornerstone of the Romania Golden Visa is the €400,000 qualifying investment. Compared to other EU Golden Visa minimums, this stands out as one of the most affordable and accessible thresholds in Europe.
Which country is the easiest to get permanent residency with investment?
Key factors that define easy residency Portugal, Greece, Hungary, Malta, Cyprus, the UAE, and the US may suit applicants who want a residence permit through investment, business, or real estate.

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