Beneficiaries of temporary protection in Romania may be eligible for a monthly lump sum to cover accommodation expenses for up to 3 consecutive months, beginning July 1, 2024, as outlined in Government Emergency Ordinance No. 96/2024. The 3-month period starts from the date of entry into Romania. This financial support aims to assist refugees with accommodation during their transition into the country.

Exclusions

The lump sum payment does not apply to:

• Beneficiaries receiving international protection.

• Individuals residing in temporary accommodation camps provided by the government.

• Beneficiaries who have previously received accommodation benefits under previous regulations are not eligible for these additional months of support.

Amount

The payment is:

• 750 RON per month for a single individual.

• 2,000 RON per month for families.

Special Cases

Under Article 26 of the Government Emergency Ordinance No. 96/2024, there are provisions for beneficiaries in more stabilized living situations, such as those receiving additional government support or housed in temporary accommodation camps. In these cases, the financial assistance is:

• 500 RON per month for individuals.

• 1,500 RON per month for families.

These amounts are lower than the standard lump sum, reflecting the reduced need for financial support due to the provision of government resources such as housing and basic services.

Required Documents

To apply for the lump sum, beneficiaries must submit:

• Valid temporary protection permit.

• Passports for each family member.

• Bank account details (the account must be opened in a Romanian bank, in RON currency).

• Any other documents requested by the local authorities.

Application Process

Beneficiaries need to submit their application to the local administrative-territorial unit (such as the town hall) where they have chosen to reside. The following steps must be followed:

1. Fill in the application form (e.g., "Anexa 1").

2. Provide personal details, including the CNP numbers (from the temporary protection permits) for each family member.

3. Attach proof of temporary protection for all family members.

4. Provide a bank account statement with the applicant’s name.

5. Indicate that the applicant is not residing in a temporary accommodation camp.

Notes

• The application for the first month's payment should be submitted within the first 5 working days of the first month.

• Local authorities will check the application within 3 working days to ensure eligibility.

Exclusions for Rent Payment Support

You cannot benefit from the accommodation support program if:

• You are a Romanian citizen.

• You reside in a university dormitory as a student.

• You have a work permit or student residence permit in Romania.

After the period during which beneficiaries receive the lump sum specified above has ended, as well as for those who previously received benefits, they may apply for a Minimum Inclusion Income. This ongoing financial support is provided in accordance with the provisions of Law No. 196/2016 regarding minimum inclusion income, with its subsequent amendments and additions.

Application Process and Required Documents:

Documents on the minimum inclusive income should be submitted to the administrative-territorial unit within the radius of which the address indicated in the temporary residence permit is located. 

Detailed information on the possibility of submitting an application can be clarified by following the links to the official website of each of the sectors:

• 1st Sector, 2nd Sector, 3rd Sector, 4th Sector, 5th Sector, 6th Sector.

Detailed information on the possibility of submitting an application should be clarified by following the links to the official website of several cities in Romania:

• Iasi; Cluj-Napoca; Timisoara; Constanta; Craiova; Brasov; Braila; Oradea; Bacau; Arad; Sibiu; Targu-Mures; Satu Mare.

Refugees from Ukraine under temporary protection in Romania are eligible for social benefits. Learn more about the available types of support and the necessary steps for submitting the required paperwork.

• Ask for the help of Romanian / English speakers near you to translate your problem to the representative of the town hall.

• If you have problems, get in touch with an NGO that has Ukrainian-Russian-Romanian speakers.

• If you have problems, contact a call center that has Ukrainian-Russian-Romanian speakers.

For additional details, you can call 021.3456789 – government call center between 08:00 and 16:00.

UNHCR Romania: +40 723 653 651

CNRR: +40 730 073 170