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Education in Romania
Children in Romania have a right to school, and adults can usually access language or integration courses. Contact the municipality early once you have an address.
Schools and language support in Romania
Free Romanian classes: Ministry-funded courses via schools + NGOs for third-country nationals. Contact JRS or CNRR — Free Romanian A1/A2 in Bucharest, Timișoara, Cluj.
Enrolling children
Bring passports or ID, birth certificates, previous school documents, vaccination records if available, and proof of address. If documents are missing, still contact the school or municipality — children should not wait at home.
Adult language and integration courses
Learning Romanian makes appointments, work and school contact much easier. Ask integration offices, adult education centres, municipalities and NGOs about free or subsidised courses.
Education-related offices
IGI — Inspectoratul General pentru Imigrări: Residence permits, asylum. Direcția de Evidența Persoanelor: CNP, ID card, address. ANAF — Tax Administration: NIF, tax returns. CNAS — National Health Insurance House: Health insurance (CASS).
Frequently asked questions
Can my child start school before all documents are ready in Romania?
Yes, schools and municipalities should help children enter education even while paperwork is being completed.
Which office should I contact first in Romania?
Start with IGI — Inspectoratul General pentru Imigrări. For broader newcomer help, also check IGI — Inspectoratul General pentru Imigrări, Direcția de Evidența Persoanelor, ANAF — Tax Administration.
What language will offices use in Romania?
The main administrative language is Romanian. Larger offices often offer English or interpreters, but bring translated documents when possible.
Do my children need documents to enrol in school?
Schools must enrol every child. If documents are missing, the municipality helps to sort it out — do not delay.
Can I study for free?
Public universities are free or low-cost for EU citizens and often for other residents after a qualifying period.