Work permits are obtained after arrival in Romania but before committing to a Romanian registered employment agreement or civil agreement.

Work permits are issued by the Romanian Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, based on a working visa and a review of documents presented by the applicant. All employment related issues are governed by the Labor and Social Security Ministry.

Teaching the English language is the best employment opportunity for foreigners throughout Romania.

According to HighBeam Research, Inc., steel products, machinery, and the chemical industry contribute over half of the country's gross national product (GNP) and account for one third of the labor force. The unemployment rate in 2004 was 7%.