Romania travel guide for Australians

Australian passport holders may travel to Romania without a visa for tourism, business or short study for up to 90 days in any 180‑day period. A passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay.

From 2025 all non‑EU nationals, including Australians, need an approved ETIAS travel authorization before boarding. Apply online; the fee is €7 (≈ AUD 12) and approval is usually instant.

The Australian Embassy in Bucharest provides consular services. Address: Strada Paris 6‑8, Bucharest. Phone: +40 21 311 7000. Email: [email protected].

For emergencies outside Bucharest, the nearest Australian consular office is in Budapest, Hungary. The embassy can assist with lost passports, arrests, or serious illness.

Accommodation: budget hostels €15–30 per night (≈ AUD 25–50); mid‑range hotels €60–100 (≈ AUD 100–165).

Meals: street food €5–8 (≈ AUD 8–13); restaurant three‑course €20–35 (≈ AUD 33–58).

Transport: intercity train €20–40 (≈ AUD 33–66); car rental €30–45 per day (≈ AUD 50–75).

Average daily budget for a comfortable trip: AUD 150–200.

Direct flights from Sydney to Bucharest are not common; most travellers connect via Doha, Dubai or European hubs. Total travel time is typically 22–28 hours including layovers.

Romania is in the Eastern European Time zone (UTC+2, UTC+3 in summer).

Power plugs are Type C and F, 230 V 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter if your devices use other plug types.

Restaurants: round up the bill or leave about 10 % in cash. Taxis: round up to the nearest whole leu; no tip is expected for rides under €10.

Romania is generally safe for tourists. Common sense applies: keep valuables out of sight, use reputable taxis, and be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas such as Bucharest’s Old Town.