Whether you have moved permanently or are temporarily residing in Romania, if you hold a foreign-issued driver’s license and wish to exchange it for a Romanian document, our team of lawyers can help you navigate the process quickly and efficiently.
Who Can Apply for a Driver’s License Exchange?
According to Romanian legislation, foreign driver’s licenses can be exchanged for Romanian equivalents by individuals who:
✅ Have established residency or domicile in Romania, as per Article 231(2) of Government Emergency Ordinance No. 195/2002 on traffic regulations.
✅ Have been living in Romania for at least 185 days per year.
✅ Periodically return to an address in Romania due to personal connections, even if they also live in other EU/EEA member states or Switzerland.
✅ Primarily reside in Romania due to personal connections, even if they temporarily work in another EU/EEA member state or Switzerland for a fixed-term assignment.
Required Documents
To submit the exchange request, the application must include the following documents:
📄 Completed standard application form for the driver’s license exchange.
📄 Original foreign driver’s license (with a notarized translation if required).
📄 If the license has been lost or stolen, an official document confirming its loss, theft, or invalidity (for EU-issued licenses).
📄 Valid identity document (passport or residence card).
📄 Proof of residency or domicile in Romania.
📄 Medical certificate from an authorized Romanian medical institution, confirming that you are fit to drive (required if applying for a new validity period).
📄 Fee payment receipt for the driver’s license exchange.
📄 Explicit consent for the issuance of a judicial record extract.
📌 Additional Requirements for Certain Countries
Some countries require extra documentation or specific conditions, such as passing a driving test (theory or practical) in Romania. These countries include:
United Kingdom, Republic of Moldova, Israel, Switzerland, Egypt, Australia, UAE, USA, Canada, China, South Africa, Japan, Belarus.stralia, Emiratele Arabe Unite, S.U.A/Canada, Republica Populară Chineză, Republica Africa de Sud, Japonia, Republica Belarus) sau se impun anumite cerințe (susţinerea unui examen sau test – în cazul țărilor cu care România nu are acorduri bilaterale).
Where to Submit the Documents?
The competent authority responsible for processing foreign driver’s license exchanges is the Public Community Service for Issuing Driving Licenses and Vehicle Registration (SPCRPCIV) in the area where you reside or have domicile in Romania.
We understand that obtaining a Romanian driver’s license is an important step, so by working with us, we make the process as simple and fast as possible.
✅ What We Do:
- Guide you through every step of the process.
- Consult you on specific legal requirements based on your case.
- Prepare and organize your application file to avoid delays.
- Assist you in obtaining a medical certificate from an authorized institution in Romania.
- Support you throughout the document submission process, ensuring that everything is handled efficiently and correctly.
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We will help you navigate all legal procedures, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and without complications. 🚗📜