This information is for orientation only. Always confirm with IGI and your employer before starting any paid work.

Student work roadmap

  1. Valid permit
  2. Part-time contract
  3. Payslip
  4. Renewal / post-graduation

Student checklist — before you accept a job

  • Residence permit for studies already issued (not only the D visa).
  • Permit text: shows drept de muncă or equivalent — if missing, ask IGI before starting.
  • Signed part-time CIM contract + registration in Revisal (ask the employer for proof).
  • Hours: stay within the limit on your permit (often 4 h/day — not 8 h full-time).
  • Notify IGI within 30 days of starting or changing employer.
  • Red flags: «cash only», no payslip, undeclared work in bars/restaurants.

Working rights on a study permit

  • No separate work permit for part-time employment linked to student status (IGI source).
  • Mandatory contract: CIM (contract individual de muncă) on a part-time basis.
  • Hour limit: IGI pages cite up to 4 hours/day on some guides and up to 6 hours/day on others — follow the stricter limit on your permit and confirm with IGI.
  • Reporting: Notify IGI within 30 days of starting or changing employment.
  • No full-time during studies on a study permit (unless you change status).

Last updated: May 2026 — IGI — Studies (Employment during studies)

Part-time hours and pay (indicative)

ItemValue (2026)
Gross minimum wage4,050 RON (Jan–Jun) / 4,325 RON (from Jul)
Part-time 4 h/day × approx. 22 daysGross pay proportional to contract (negotiate above minimum if possible)
Net minimum full-timeapprox. 2,574 RON (H1 2026, post-reform estimate)

Last updated: May 2026 — Ministry of Labour; HG 146/2026

Finding part-time work

  1. Job boards: eJobs.ro, BestJobs, LinkedIn (filter part-time / student).
  2. University: Job fairs, Erasmus office board, campus café/bar.
  3. Common sectors: Customer service (English), IT support, translation, hospitality, delivery (verify contract).
  4. AJOFM — County employment agency programmes and public listings.

Internships (practică / internship)

  • Tripartite agreement — University + company + student; check if paid.
  • Insurance — Accident and liability: ask the company or university.
  • Not undeclared work — Even unpaid internships need written agreements and hour limits.

Tax on employee wages

  1. The employer registers the contract in Revisal (mandatory electronic register).
  2. Each month you receive a payslip with income tax (10%) and CAS/CASS deductions.
  3. Keep payslips for permit renewal and possible ANAF checks.
  4. If you have other income or freelance activity, check Declarația unică obligations on ANAF.
  1. Complete exams and obtain your degree certificate / diplomă.
  2. Ask IGI for an extension up to 9 months for job search after studies (proof of course completion).
  3. Job hunt with an updated permit; full-time work usually requires a status change (work permit / other title).
  4. Do not remain beyond permit validity without renewal or status change.

Last updated: May 2026 — IGI — Studies

Undeclared work: risks
  • Administrative penalties, permit cancellation, re-entry ban.
  • No occupational accident protection.
  • Employer without Revisal: report to labour inspectorate.

Last updated: May 2026 — IGI

Next step: review visa and renewal in the Bureaucracy guide.

Protests

Avoid demonstrations if you don't know the context.

Quick reference

Generally safe; beware pickpocket Bucharest, taxi scams, rare stray dogs. 112 unique.

  • 112
  • 112 also SMS in some areas
  • Use Bolt not unmarked taxi
  • Documents: copies permitted

Day-to-day safety

Newspaper

  • Metro Bucharest rush hour
  • Don't show large cash
  • Crossings — variable drivers

Common scams

Taxis without meters, fake rentals, ATM skimming.

  • Bolt with estimated price
  • Contract before paying

Emergencies

  • 112
  • Consulate
  • Police against theft

If something goes wrong

Rights

National rule

Written contract helps disputes. Illegal work risks permission.

Deep dive (optional)

Go deeper

Operational detail and official links—amounts and deadlines change; always confirm on the competent portal before filing or paying.

Main contract types (summary)

TypeNote
Individual labour contractFull-time/part-time under the Labour Code
Internships / traineeshipsCheck pay, insurance, and university agreements
PFA / contractorsInvoicing, CAS/CASS, ANAF filings

Minimum wage & Revisal

Gross minimum wage

Updated by government decision—verify the current amount.

Revisal

Mandatory electronic employee registry for employers.

Payslips & withholding

Gross pay, social health contributions, and income tax withholding depend on your contract type.

Non-EU students working

Work must match your residence permit conditions.

Public employment services

County agencies (AJOFM) publish programmes and placements.

Note

This block complements the guide with institutional entry points—not legal or tax advice.

Sources · Last verified: 2026-05

  • Poliția Română (official link being updated)
Trusted sources we used for this content

Romanian and EU public sources: Eurostat, Government portal, ANAF (tax), CNAS (health insurance), and the Interior Ministry. Confirm requirements on the official portal.