Romanian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting Romania for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Lesotho citizens to enter Romania for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Romania e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Romania visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Romania tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Romania.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Romania.
If you are looking for Romania visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Romania nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 427.32 kilometers (265.52 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 13 minutes).
- Maputo: The Honorary Consulate of in Maputo, ~ 590.80 kilometers (367.11 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 13 minutes).
Romania visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Romania diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Romania from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 975 | N/A |
| 2009 | 833 | -14.56% |
| 2010 | 825 | -0.96% |
| 2011 | 837 | 1.45% |
| 2012 | 873 | 4.30% |
| 2013 | 882 | 1.03% |
| 2014 | 929 | 5.33% |
| 2015 | 1,026 | 10.44% |
| 2016 | 1,125 | 9.65% |
| 2017 | 1,202 | 6.84% |
| 2018 | 1,289 | 7.24% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Romania & Lesotho comparison
Romania's area is approximately 230,170 km2 (88,869 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 7.58 times smaller than Romania.
As of October 2025, Romania's population is ~18.6 million people - 16,374,909 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Romania & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Romania | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 18,602,847 | 2,227,938 | 16.4 million more people live in Romania than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 299 | 14 | Romania has 285 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 130 | 48 | Romania passport holders can visit 82 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 113 | 7 | Romanian hosts 106 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Romania in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Romania in 2018 was approximately 1,289.
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Useful Information
- Bucharest to Maseru: 7562.37 km (4699.04 mi)
- Travel time: 15 hours 45 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025