Decoding the Romanian Work Permit: A Real-Life Guide

I want to share some incredibly valuable information with you. I believe that by knowing what I know, you can avoid the problems I faced. I believe that we should all learn from each other’s experiences, and that is how we grow. So, take the time to learn this information and pass it on to others.

Let’s talk about the Romanian Work Permit. We all know that the work permit for Romania is issued by the General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI). Similar to Romania, most countries have an institution that issues work permits to foreigners after a certain legal procedure. The work permit is the first legal document issued by the IGI to a foreigner, which allows them to come and work in Romania.

Now, you must be wondering, what kind of data does this work permit contain, and how can you read it? Here is a simple guide to help you understand your work permit.

Is a Work Permit Original? Can We Check?

First, keep in mind that you cannot confirm if a work permit is 100% genuine just by looking at the data on it. While many people are now able to create fake work permits, it has become less common. But, if you still want to verify your work permit, you can do so in a few ways:

Check with an Experienced Person: An experienced person can often spot a fake document.
Get the Digital Soft Copy: You can request the original soft file of the digital work permit. This is a very effective method, but many agencies are hesitant to share these files.
Verify with IGI: The most reliable method is to directly verify the work permit with the relevant IGI branch office. This method is 100% guaranteed.

Today, you will receive a digital-signed work permit. It is a document with a light green background and some security prints. This new look came out after Romania joined the Schengen Zone, when they updated their immigration management system.

How to Read Your Romanian Work Permit

Let’s go through the numbers on the work permit and what they mean.

1 – Ex.unic: This means “unique copy.” This document is one of a kind, and the data on it is 100% unique to this copy.
2 – Registration Number: This is the registration number of the application you submitted for the work permit.
3 – Submission Date: This is the date the hard copies of your documents were submitted to the IGI office.
4 – Company Name: This is the name of the company that is hiring you. Make sure this name matches the name on your agreement.
5 – County: This is the county where the company is located. If the company has branches, this is usually the head office’s county.
6 – Trade Registration Number: This is the business registration number of the company you are going to work for. It can start with the letter “J” followed by 8-10 digits, or sometimes 13 digits after a recent system update.
7 – Tax Code (CNP): This is a unique tax code for the company. No two companies can have the same number. It’s usually 8 digits long.
8 – Work Permit Number: This is the unique number for your work permit.
9 – Start Date: This is the date when the work permit becomes valid.
10 – Job Type: This is the type of work you will be doing. It should always be listed as PERMANENT for the visa type you are applying for. Other categories are Seasonal, Part-Time, or Temporary.
11 – COR Code: This code is unique to your job.
12 – Your Name: Your name should be on your work permit exactly as it appears on your passport.
13 – Date of Birth: This is your date of birth. Make sure it is correct with no mistakes.
14 – CNP (Personal Numeric Code): This is a 13-digit number that identifies you.
15 – Country of Birth: The country you were born in, which should say “INDIA.”
16 – Passport Issued Country: The country that issued your passport, which should also say “INDIA.”
17 – Passport Number: Your passport number should be correct.
18 – Date Issued: The date the work permit was issued.
19 – Digital Stamp: The digital stamp of the IGI office in the county where the work permit was processed.
20 – Print Date and Time: The date and time the work permit was printed.

Now you know how to read your work permit and check its data. By being aware and doing your research, you can protect yourself from risks and make a successful journey to your dream life.