I arrived on a work visa but nobody has explained my residence permit.

A work visa is not the end of the immigration process. Current WorkinRomania guidance describes the initial employment visa and then the longer-stay residence/single-permit process after arrival. Check the status and deadline directly rather than assuming the employer or recruiter has completed everything.

What to do next

Check your visa dates.
Ask what residence application has been made and request documentary proof.
Confirm with IGI/its official portal if uncertain.

What the source says

RO-RES-001 · Residence · verified 11 August 2026

IGI says a person who entered on a long-stay visa and wants to remain longer must obtain a residence permit at least 30 days before the long-stay visa expires; the process uses an online profile/appointment and physical document submission.

Date and context: IGI guidance published 5 February 2026

Sources

IGI — long-stay visa to residence permitGeneral Inspectorate for Immigration · Government immigration guidance
WorkinRomania — visas and residenceRomanian Government / WorkinRomania · Government guidance

What this answer does not decide This page cannot decide whether your employer, recruiter or legal status is safe or lawful. Check the linked authority for your situation.