How It Works — ScholarPath Romania

The process

From first call to first day

Every student's journey is different, but the path follows the same steps.

Consultation

We start with a call — phone or video. We review your academic background, discuss your goals, and identify the programs and universities that fit your profile. You leave with a clear picture of what's possible and a concrete plan.

€50 — deducted from your total if you proceed

Document preparation

Based on your consultation, we guide you through gathering and preparing every document needed for your university application — diploma, transcripts, birth certificate, passport, language certificates. We tell you exactly what needs to be apostilled, legalised, or translated.

Document review

Before anything is submitted, our team conducts a thorough review of your complete document set. We check that everything is correctly prepared, complete, and meets Romanian authority requirements. Nothing goes out until it's right.

€100 — deducted from your total if you proceed

University application

We submit your application to the university and manage the Romanian Ministry of Education recognition process on your behalf. This is the most complex stage — we handle all coordination so you don't have to.

Visa document preparation

While your application is being processed and you're waiting for your Letter of Acceptance from the Ministry of Education, we don't sit idle. We prepare your student visa file in parallel — proof of funds, accommodation confirmation, medical certificate, police clearance, and everything else required.

Visa application

Once your Letter of Acceptance arrives, your visa file is ready to go. We guide you through submitting your student visa application (D/SD type) at the Romanian embassy in your country.

Visa application fee: €120 (non-refundable), paid directly to the embassy

Arrive in Romania

You land with everything in place. If you've added our on-arrival support, accommodation is arranged and ready. We help you open a bank account and register your residence permit at the Immigration Office within 90 days of arrival.

What you'll need

Required documents at each stage

All foreign documents must be apostilled or legalised and accompanied by certified translations into Romanian or English. Requirements may vary slightly by nationality.

Phase 1

University application

Valid passport (minimum 18 months validity recommended)
High school diploma or equivalent (apostilled or legalised)
Academic transcripts from previous studies
Birth certificate (apostilled or legalised)
Passport-size photos
Proof of language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programs)
Completed application form

Phase 2

Student visa (D/SD type)

Letter of Acceptance from the Romanian Ministry of Education
Valid passport
Completed long-stay visa application form (via evisa.mae.ro)
Proof of tuition fee payment for at least one academic year
Proof of sufficient funds (~3,300 RON/month for visa duration)
Police Clearance Certificate (apostilled or legalised)
Medical certificate confirming no contagious diseases
Health insurance valid for the entire stay
Proof of accommodation (dormitory or rental agreement)
Passport-size photos
Visa application fee: €120 (non-refundable, paid to embassy)

Phase 3

Residence permit (on arrival)

Valid passport with student visa
Letter of Acceptance from the Ministry of Education
Proof of enrollment at the university
Proof of accommodation
Health insurance documents
Medical certificate
Proof of payment of the residency card fee (259 RON)
Passport-size photos

Students have 90 days from arrival to register at the nearest Immigration Office. The residence card is valid for one year and must be renewed annually.

Your journey, step by step

From first call to first day

Required documents at each stage

Ready to begin your journey?