The causes that lead to the illegal entry of non-EU citizens into the territory of Romania

1. Misleading by Recruitment Companies

• Description: Non-EU citizens are often deceived by recruitment companies promising them well-paid jobs in Romania. After foreigners pay substantial commissions, they discover that the promised jobs do not exist or do not conform to those originally agreed upon.
• Consequences: After entering Romania, they remain without a job and without financial support, thus entering situations of illegal stay.

2. Fictitious or Non-Compliant Employers

• Description: Some fictitious employers conclude fake employment contracts with the aim of obtaining work permits and residence visas for foreigners, without the real intention of hiring them.
• Consequences: Non-EU citizens are obliged to renounce their employment contracts once they arrive in Romania, thus remaining without a valid legal status.

3. Lack of Information and Ignorance of the Legislation

• Description: Foreign workers are often not well informed about the Romanian legislation regarding residence and work, relying on employers who do not know or do not respect the legislation.
• Consequences: They end up violating the law without realizing it, by entering an illegal stay.

4. Delay or Non-Compliance with Legal Procedures by Companies

• Description: Some companies that handle the processing of documents required for changing employers omit, delay or do not comply with the legislation in force.
• Consequences: This negligence leads to late submission of applications or submission of incomplete documentation, which implies illegal entry of foreign workers.

5. Reemployment without Compliance with Legal Procedures

• Description: Some well-intentioned employers, who do not know the law in detail, rehire foreign workers based only on the residence visa or temporary residence permit, without meeting all legal requirements.
• Consequences: Unknowingly, foreign workers end up working illegally, which affects their residency status.

6. Changes and Complications of Legislation

• Description: Immigration and labor law is complex and can change frequently, making it difficult for employers and foreign workers to follow and apply correctly.
• Consequences: Ignorance or misunderstanding of these changes can lead to non-compliance with legal provisions, resulting in illegal stay.

Conclusion

Identifying and addressing the causes that lead to the illegal entry of non-EU citizens into Romanian territory is essential to ensure respect for their rights and to contribute to a legal and efficient integration into Romanian society. By properly informing, monitoring and acting against abusive practices and collaborating with the authorities, AASR plays a crucial role in preventing these situations and protecting foreign workers.