Employee rights
Do you have a problem at work? Do you want to know what rights and obligations you have when you legally work in Romania? Here you can find all the information you need to carry out your activity in the best conditions, provided by the Ministry of Labor (https://mmuncii.ro).
Keep in mind, we want to know what problems you have and we await your questions at workandlive.ro@gmail.com.
Can I benefit from treatment vouchers?
The National House of Pensions and Other Social Insurance Rights provides that the referral tickets for spa treatment helps insured individuals regain their work capacity and maintain the health of pensioners. Treatment vouchers can be obtained…
Under what conditions can I benefit from funeral assistance?
Funeral assistance is granted upon request in the event of the death of the insured person, the pensioner, or a family member dependent on them. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are waiting for all your questions at…
What other benefits do foreign citizens have?
Foreign citizens can also benefit from other short-term benefits such as: funeral assistance or treatment vouchers in balneoclimatic resorts. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are waiting for all your questions at…
What is the survivor’s pension?
A survivor’s pension is a monthly allowance corresponding to a percentage of the pension that the deceased person received or would have received. Children up to the age of 16, or over 16 if the adolescent continues their studies in a form of…
Who can receive a disability pension?
Insured individuals who have lost either total or at least half of their work capacity can receive a disability pension. The causes can be: – work-related accidents, according to the law; – occupational diseases and tuberculosis; – common…
What is the partial early retirement?
Insured persons who have completed the full contribution periods stipulated by law and those who have exceeded their full contribution period by up to 10 years may apply for partial early retirement with a reduction in the standard retirement age…
Can I benefit from early retirement?
Insured individuals can request early retirement up to 5 years before reaching the standard retirement age if they have completed the full contribution period of at least 10 years. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are waiting for…
Under what conditions can I benefit from the retirement pension?
To benefit from this type of pension, two aspects are considered: the current standard retirement age and the minimum contribution period. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are waiting for all your questions at…
What types of pensions can foreign citizens benefit from?
There are four types of pensions: retirement pension, early or partial early retirement pension, disability pension, and survivor’s pension. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are waiting for all your questions at…
Under what conditions can foreign citizens benefit from pensions in Romania?
Foreign insured individuals can benefit from all rights offered by the law on the public pension system and other social rights and insurances if they meet the conditions required by the law. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are…
Can foreign diplomas be recognized in Romania?
For the recognition of diplomas obtained by third-country nationals in the education systems of their country of origin, a file must be drawn up with the documents that the foreign citizen has. More information on https://mmuncii.ro/ We are…
What must be included in the file for recognition of studies?
The file will include: – a legalized photocopy of the study document if it’s in Romanian, or an original legalized translation if it’s in another language; – the registry number; – a legalized photocopy of the study document if it’s in…
What rights do I have when I work in Romania?
Your rights are as follows: – receive money for the work done; – rest daily and weekly; – you have the right to vacation every year; – you have the same chances as all employees; – you get the same treatment at work; – feel safe…
What is the legal form of employment in Romania?
To be legally employed and have rights in Romania, you must have an individual employment contract. The individual employment contract is concluded in three copies, one for you, one that remains with the employer and one is submitted to the…
How many hours does the work schedule have?
The normal duration of working time is usually 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week for those who work full-time. There is also the possibility to work more, but it cannot exceed 48 hours per week. More information on…
What do I need to do if the employer provides me with accommodation for free?
In this case, your employer has responsibilities. They have to provide a statement, certified by a notary, saying that they’ll offer you a place to stay while you work. They also need to show a document proving they own or can use the place in…
Can I work as a cross-border worker in Romania?
You can work as a cross-border worker only if you are a citizen of a country that shares a border with Romania and if you live in the border area of that country. More information on https://www.mmuncii.ro/j33/index.php/en We are waiting for…
What is an au pair worker?
An au pair worker is a foreign person who comes to Romania to live with a host family. They help with easy household tasks and taking care of children in exchange for improving their language skills. The employer, who is a member of the host…
What is a seasonal worker?
A seasonal worker is someone from another country who lives in Romania legally and temporarily. The seasonal worker is employed in Romania under an individual fixed-term employment contract, based on employment approval, to perform an activity that…