Romania's Immigration Authority Lists Residency Cancellation Rules

Romania's General Inspectorate for Immigration has detailed eight specific circumstances that can lead to the cancellation of a foreigner's long-term residency status in Romania. These conditions include: 1) cancellation or revocation of the residency permit; 2) voluntary relinquishment; 3) acquisition of Romanian citizenship; 4) obtaining long-term residency in another country; 5) prolonged absence from Romania exceeding 12 months; 6) absence of over six consecutive years even with temporary residency in another EU state; 7) for holders of the "Ex-EU Blue Card," absence from EU territory for more than two consecutive years; and 8) termination of international protection that justified the residency.

Foreigners whose long-term status lapses have 30 days to apply for a temporary stay permit. Additionally, those who lost their status due to absence may qualify for a new long-term residency after maintaining legal presence in Romania for at least 12 months.