Rumänien

Översikt

Romania’s post-Cold War leaning towards the West has been consolidated by its joining of NATO in 2004 and subsequently its formal accession to the European Union in 2007. The EU Commission continues to criticise Romania for its lacklustre attempts at combating high-level corruption and organised crime, although some progress has been recorded.

Hälsa, sjukdomar och vaccination

It is advisable to consult a travel health specialist or general practitioner (GP) to obtain the latest information about 4 to 8 weeks before departing. Polio, measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) and Tetanus-diphtheria vaccinations should be up to date.

Hepatitis A and B and influenza vaccinations are recommended. Rabies is recommended for anyone who may have direct contact with animals or limited access to medical care, while typhoid is recommended for those who may eat or drink outside the major restaurants and hotels.

Cases of Tick-borne encephalitis have been reported from the Tulcea district and in Transylvania at the base of the Carpathian Mountains and Transylvanian Alps respectively. Risks are highest in rural or forested areas during spring or summer. Wear long sleeved clothing and protective spray containing DEET.

Medical standards are lower than those of Western Europe and limited outside of major cities. Citizens of the EU are entitled to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Romanians; a European Health Insurance Card is required (EHIC). It is advisable to purchase comprehensive medical insurance, although many doctors and hospitals will expect payment in cash regardless of this.

If the condition is serious it is advisable to evacuate to a country where facilities are better equipped.

Pass

Passports are required for entry into Romania. Passports must be valid for the duration of the stay.

Visum

Citizens from the following nations do not require a visa: EU, US, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Salvador, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, South Korea, Uruguay and Venezuela.

Permitted stays vary from 30 to 90 days depending upon nationality. Citizens of all other countries require visas to enter Romania.

For additional information visit TLCS at http://www.tlcsvisas.com/tlcs/