Ukrainian citizens who enter Romania, and do not request protection, can be employed in Romania without obtaining a work permit (an exemption from the normal rules for foreign citizens). They are granted the right to stay in Romania for work purposes, without being required to obtain a long-term visa for local employment.
In addition, they will have access to the Romanian unemployment system, under the same conditions applicable to Romanian citizens.
Ukrainian citizens who come from areas in Ukraine affected by the armed conflict, and who do not have supporting documents attesting their professional qualifications, can be employed, provided they file an affidavit with their Romanian employer. The purpose of the document is to confirm that they do not have a criminal record and that they have the necessary professional qualifications for the job. Employment of Ukrainian citizens under these circumstances can be made for 12 months, with the possibility of extension for six-month periods up to a maximum of one year.
Romanian employers can set a probation period when concluding the employment contract, during which they are able to check that the employee meets the professional requirements of the job. Employment of Ukrainian citizens based on an affidavit is not possible for Ukrainian citizens who intend to exercise a regulated profession in Romania (e.g., doctor, nurse, architect, etc.) whether independently or as an employee.