spotongeorge
English expat in Romania
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Registration: 12 February 2024
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New members of the Romania forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Romania forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@Julien聽 Hi, I'm George, a professional caricaturist for 33 years in the UK and then I fell in love with a Romanian artist in 2022. We were married last year in Bucharest but thanks to Brexit I could not bring my new wife to the UK and so I ... Read More
Waste Management in Romania by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Romania, waste management can often pose challenges and requires an understanding of local standards and regulations. Understanding local practices is essential for environmental compliance and seamless integration ...
@Cheryl I recently relocated to a block of flats in Bucharest (Sector 1) and the waste management system here is a joke. We have a rubbish shute, which cannot be used after 10pm and anything too big for the shute is jettisoned onto the street ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@romaniac Well they did stamp my passport and legally it says '90 days from entry to Romania' for my car and so yes, it is a reset, if only at first glance. It buys me time to sort the issue properly, so I'm grateful. Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
So I popped to Bulgaria last week and back in a day, my passport now has a new date stamp for my car, so its legal to be here for another three months. My UK insurance is another matter, so I might look into Romanian insurance... though I suspect ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@romaniac Thanks. I'm learning slowly, but had my hands full, arranging my Romanian wedding, obtaining my Permis De Sedere, then my emigration and the importing of my dogs, all in pigeon Romanglais, all from England. Trust me I'm online constantly, ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@romaniac Link please? Apologies for not speaking fluent Romanian, only been here 3 months, must try harder ;-) Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@SimCityAT yes that was my plan, but it seems I can't even scrap it now, without importing it and paying the 30% fee. Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@romaniac Yes the Rabla scheme, once again found two outdated sources of info, one suggested my car should be Romania registered and at least 15 years old, the other said 8 years old and I would need to pay for paperwork 'Handling' of non-Euro cars. ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@SimCityAT Diesel cost to UK is 拢400, Eurotunnel cost is 拢280, RAC cover across Europe is 拢150, hotels for 2-3 night stays is 拢200-300, Vignettes cost just 拢30, then once in the UK I can double all those prices for my ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@romaniac Thanks. I did research this before I brought it here, it was my only choice, as I was transporting a trailer and two dogs, which would've cost me thousands in haulage otherwise. I am happy to sacrifice the car as its old, biut it seems I ... Read More
RHD car problems by spotongeorge
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ...
@SimCityAT its common knowledge, made law after 2018 I think? Ask any Policeman, Solicitor, advisor or simply Google it? No vehicle inspector will approve a RHD vehicle in Romania, so it cannot be registered there. Some used to go to Bulgaria to ... Read More
RHD car problems
I recently emigrated to Romania from UK, drove my RHD car across Europe, which was legal for upto 3 months, but now I have a dilemma; what to do with it after that period?I understand Right Hand Drive cars are not allowed to register in Romania and ... Read More