The Bucharest Immigration Office is a structure under the General Inspectorate for Immigration, part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is responsible for implementing national policies on migration, asylum, and the integration of foreigners, ensuring that current legislation is respected within the capital city.

Responsibilities of the Bucharest Immigration Office

The Bucharest Immigration Office coordinates and supervises activities related to foreign nationals in Bucharest, with the following main responsibilities:

• Issuing and renewing residence permits: For non-EU citizens who wish to live in Romania for work, studies, family reunification, or other legal reasons.
• Registering residence: For EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and their family members.
• Issuing work authorization visas: For non-EU citizens who intend to work in Romania.
• Managing asylum procedures: For individuals seeking international protection.
• Coordinating integration activities: For foreigners granted refugee status or a similar status.
• Collaborating with local authorities and relevant institutions: To ensure the rights of foreigners are respected and support their integration into Romanian society.

When to Contact the Bucharest Immigration Office

Foreign citizens should reach out to the Immigration Office in the following situations:

• Applying for a residence permit: If you plan to stay in Romania for longer than 90 days.
• Renewing a residence permit: Before it expires to avoid being in the country illegally.
• Changing the purpose of your stay: For example, moving from student status to employment.
• Registering your residence: For EU/EEA and Swiss citizens settling in Romania.
• Applying for refugee status or international protection: If you are at risk in your home country.
• Obtaining work authorization: For non-EU citizens who have secured a job in Romania.

We inform you:

How many foreign workers are employed in Romania. Spectacular increases in Bucharest and major cities

Non-EU citizens - conditions for working in Romania

Contact Information and Locations

Main Office

• Address: Str. Nicolae Iorga no. 23, Sector 1, Bucharest
• Phone: 021-2128007
• Email: dimb.igi@mai.gov.ro
  
  

Additional Service Points

Since December 2023, the General Inspectorate for Immigration opened a new service point in the Grand Arena Mall, where the Bucharest Immigration Office and Ilfov County Immigration Service serve the public.

Public Service Hours

The office operates with the following schedule:

• Application submission: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 08:30–13:30
• Document issuance: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 08:30–13:30
• Services for employers: Monday, 08:00–10:00, for issues related to hiring or seconding non-EU citizens

Useful Applications and Platforms

To facilitate interactions with the Immigration Office, you can use:

• Official IGI app: Allows checking application status, online appointments, and access to updated information.
• IGI online platform: Provides detailed information on procedures, required documents, and processing times.

Recommendations for Foreign Citizens

• Check specific requirements: Ensure you meet all legal conditions before submitting an application.
• Prepare required documents: Bring all requested documents in original and copy.
• Respect deadlines: Submit applications well before your current status expires.
• Request additional information: If in doubt, contact the office via phone or email.