In the context of labor shortages, more and more Romanian employers are turning to recruiting workers from outside the European Union, especially from Africa and Asia. To take this step, it is essential to understand the legal procedures, the types of permits required and the obligations you have as an employer.
1. Legal documents and procedures
The process of hiring a foreign worker involves several steps.
Obtaining an employment permit: This document is issued by the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI) and is necessary for a foreign national to work legally in Romania.
Obtaining the long-stay work visa: Once the employment permit is obtained, the foreign worker must apply for this visa at the Romanian embassy or consulate in his/her home country.
Obtaining a residence permit: Once in Romania, the employee must obtain a temporary residence permit for work purposes, initially valid for one year, with the possibility of extension.
2. Work permits and updated legislation
There are different types of work permits, depending on the nature of the work.
Permanent workers: for long-term employment.
Posted workers: For employees sent by a foreign company to work temporarily in Romania.
Seasonal workers: For activities of a temporary nature, such as agriculture or tourism.
Highly qualified workers: For specialists who meet certain qualification criteria.
It is important to note that the Romanian Government has set a quota of 100,000 foreign workers who can be brought into the labor market by 2025.
3. Employer's rights and obligations
As an employer, you have certain legal responsibilities towards foreign workers.
Fair working conditions: Make sure that foreign workers benefit from the same working conditions as Romanian employees, including pay, working hours and holidays.
Compliance with labor laws: It is essential that you comply with all legal provisions regarding the employment and protection of foreign workers.
Informing the authorities: You are obliged to inform the General Inspectorate for Immigration of any change in the foreign employee’s employment relationship.
On the other hand, foreign workers have the right to a safe working environment and to respect all the rights provided for by Romanian labor legislation.
In conclusion, employing foreign workers can be an effective solution to fill staff shortages, but it requires a good knowledge and respect of the legal procedures and your obligations as an employer.
If you want to hire foreign workers and ensure that all procedures are followed correctly and efficiently, DCS Recruitment can help! We offer full support for recruiting, obtaining the necessary documents and integrating workers into your company. Contact us for more information!