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Passports

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Births, deaths and getting married

If your child is born in Romania, you will need to register a birth abroad.

If someone dies in Romania, you should:must:

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Pets

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Emergencies

TheYou can dial the European emergency number 112112. It is the only emergency number in Romania. See Romania – emergency numbers.

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Disclaimer

PleaseNote note that this information is provided as a guide only. Definitive information shouldmust be obtained from the Romanian authorities. The FCO will not be liable for any inaccuracies in this information.