Temporary residence for professional/self-employed activities (Drept de ședere temporară pentru desfășurarea de activități profesionale)
Temporary residence for professional/self-employed activities is a residence route in Romania (יזם). Liberal-profession/self-employed activity authorised under Romanian law (e.g., lawyer, doctor, consultant registered as PFA where allowed), proof of qualification & experience; income ≥ average gross salary (~RON 9,900/mo).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 22'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: 10% flat tax on net professional income + social/health contributions.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| קטגוריה | יזם |
|---|---|
| השקעה | — |
| אגרות (משפחה) | CHF 500 |
| הכנסה / שנה | CHF 22'000 |
| נכסים | — |
| שהיית מינ׳ | — |
| קבע | 5 |
| אזרחות | 8 |
| עבודה | ownBusiness |
| זכאים | all (regulated liberal professions) |
| מס | Worldwide once resident: 10% flat tax on net professional income + social/health contributions. |
| נכון ל | 2026-10 |
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