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Victoria Udrea – January 13th, 2025 08:58 am

Romania joins the VWP on January 10, 2025.
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On January 10, 2025, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas, with input from Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, added Romania to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). T
Romania earned its place in the VWP by meeting strict conditions, such as effective border management, secure travel documentation, and cooperation with U.S. law enforcement. This achievement reflects its strong partnership with the United States and its dedication to shared security and economic growth goals.
The Visa Waiver Program allows travellers from participating countries to visit the U.S. for up to 90 days without first applying for a visa. Eligibility requires countries to meet rigorous security benchmarks, including:
Romania worked closely with U.S. agencies to comply with these requirements, enhancing its vetting processes and entering information-sharing agreements on terrorism and serious crimes.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will monitor Romania’s ongoing compliance with program standards and assess its VWP status every two years.
Starting around March 31, 2025, most Romanian citizens and nationals will be able to apply through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). Once approved, they can visit the U.S. for tourism or business for up to 90 days without a visa.
ESTA applications will be accessible online at esta.cbp.dhs.gov or via the ESTA Mobile app, available in the iOS App Store and Google Play Store. Authorizations typically remain valid for two years.
Romanians with valid B-1/B-2 visas can continue using them and aren’t required to switch to ESTA. B-1/B-2 visas remain an option for those who prefer it.
U.S. travellers already benefit from visa-free travel to Romania. They can visit for up to 90 days for tourism or business, provided their passports are valid for at least three months beyond their arrival date.
Victoria Udrea currently holds the position of Editorial Assistant at Argophilia Travel News. Before joining the team at Argophilia, Victoria gained experience as a PR consultant at Pamil Visions PR. Additionally, she contributes to Realty Biz News, where she focuses on writing about smart home technology and real estate news.

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