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Romania.

May–Jun + Sep–Oct for Transylvania + Painted Monasteries. Dec for Christmas markets.

◉ Quick answer

The best time to visit Romania is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, December. Avoid Jan–Feb if you can.

◉ Overview

Romania is the largest country in Southeast Europe and probably the most underrated destination on the continent for a traveler willing to spend more than a long weekend. In a single road trip you can move from Bucharest's Belle Époque boulevards through the medieval Saxon towns of Transylvania (Brașov, Sighișoara, Sibiu), past Carpathian mountain monasteries painted on the outside in a five-hundred-year-old fresco style found nowhere else, into wooden-church valleys in Maramureș where horse-drawn carts still outnumber cars, and finally out to the Danube Delta, Europe's largest wetland, with three hundred bird species and a population of pelicans that nest nowhere else in Europe. Prices are still genuinely low by EU standards (Romania uses the leu, not the euro), the Carpathian mountains hold the largest brown bear population in the European Union, and the country's tourism infrastructure is finally catching up with what's actually there. The catch is that Romania is big, driving Bucharest to Maramureș takes ten hours on roads of variable quality, and getting around requires either a car or patience for slow trains. Seasonally, the country has a sharp continental climate (Bucharest summers regularly hit 38 °C, winters drop below -10 °C) and several of its most spectacular drives, the Transfăgărășan and Transalpina mountain roads, only open from late June or early July through October. This guide breaks down month by month what's open, what's closed, and which corner of Romania makes sense when.

◉ Month-by-month
Jan
Extreme cold
Feb
Extreme cold
Mar
Transitional season
Apr
Flowers in bloom
May
Mild weather
Jun
Mild weather
Jul
Extreme heat
Aug
Extreme heat
Sep
Mild weather
Oct
Mild weather
Nov
Transitional season
Dec
Major festival
◉ Month-by-month deep dive

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◉ Best
Sweet spot
  • Apr – Jun — mild weather
  • Sep – Oct — mild weather
  • December — major festival
◉ Avoid
Skip if you can
  • Jan – Feb — extreme cold
◉ Quick facts

The essentials for Romania.

The non-negotiables you'll need before you book — capital, daily budget, and visa policy at a glance.

Capital
Bucharest

Most flights land here

Daily budget
~$32per day

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◉ The full picture
Section 01

Why Romania's seasons matter more than you'd think.

Three things make timing in Romania surprisingly consequential. First, the Carpathian arc carves the country into climatic zones that behave very differently in the same week. Bucharest in July is a 35 °C heat-and-humidity slog through the Wallachian plain; Brașov in the Carpathian valleys an hour and a half north is 25 °C and breezy; the high ridge of the Făgăraș mountains is 12 °C with afternoon thunderstorms. A summer trip that combines all three needs to lean into morning starts and afternoon mountain retreats. Second, two of Romania's most famous drives, the Transfăgărășan (DN7C, climbing the Făgăraș range to Bâlea Lake) and the Transalpina (DN67C, crossing the Parâng range), are seasonal roads. Both are typically closed from late October or early November through late June or early July depending on snowpack, and Romania's national road authority publishes the opening dates each year. The Transfăgărășan in particular is one of Europe's defining drives, and missing the open window is the single biggest planning mistake foreign visitors make. Third, the Black Sea coast has its own short, intense window: Romanian seaside resorts (Mamaia, Constanța, Vama Veche) are basically dormant from October to May and explode with crowds and prices in July and August. Add the Orthodox calendar (Easter shifts independent of Western Easter, often a week or two later) and Romania's particularly atmospheric Christmas/winter festival cluster, and you have a country where what month you visit changes the trip more than in most of Europe.

Section 02

The five Romanias, pick the region first, then the season.

Romania doesn't reward a single all-purpose itinerary; it rewards picking a region or two and committing. Bucharest is the southern lowland capital, hot and humid in summer, mild and damp in winter, with the second-largest administrative building in the world (the Palace of the Parliament), a beautifully restored Belle Époque old quarter (Lipscani), the eccentric Village Museum on Lake Herastrau, and a serious café and music scene. It works year-round but is most pleasant in May, June, late September, and October. Transylvania is the historic heart: Brașov (medieval old town under a forested mountain), Sighișoara (UNESCO walled citadel), Sibiu (Hermannstadt, with German-Saxon heritage), Cluj-Napoca (university capital, vibrant, hilly), and the Saxon fortified-church villages (Biertan, Viscri, Prince Charles's favorite, now King Charles III). Transylvania's altitude (300–800 meters in valleys, 1,500–2,500 meters on ridges) means cooler summers and snowier winters than Bucharest. The Bucovina region in the northeast holds the Painted Monasteries (UNESCO), Voroneț, Sucevița, Moldovița, Humor, and is best from May through October, with rural fall colors peaking in mid-October. Maramureș in the far north is rural Romania at its most preserved: wooden churches with shingle steeples reaching 50 meters, the Merry Cemetery at Săpânța, and traditional farming villages where the haystack count probably hasn't changed since 1960. The Danube Delta in the southeast is Europe's birding paradise, best in late April through June (peak migration and breeding) and again in late August into October. The Black Sea coast and the Bukovinan-Romanian Riviera are summer-only for swimming, with peak July–August crowds. The Carpathian mountain spine, the Făgăraș, Retezat, Apuseni, and Bucegi ranges, has hiking from June through September and skiing (in modest, family-scale resorts at Poiana Brașov, Sinaia, Predeal) from December through March.

Section 03

Practical timing, transport, and money.

Romania has three main international airports: Bucharest (OTP, Henri Coandă), Cluj-Napoca (CLJ), and Timișoara (TSR), plus smaller ones at Sibiu, Iași, and Constanța (mainly summer). Most transatlantic visitors fly into Bucharest; Cluj is a better gateway for northern Transylvania and Maramureș. Trains are the country's slowest reliable mode, the Bucharest–Brașov line is scenic and frequent (about 2.5 hours by InterCity, longer for slower services), but cross-country routes are slow. Driving is the practical option for itineraries beyond Bucharest and Transylvania: motorways exist between Bucharest and Pitești, plus the A1 corridor toward Sibiu (incomplete), but most travel is on two-lane national roads. A vignette (rovinietă) is required for Romanian motorways and main roads, about 3 EUR/week for tourist cars, bought online or at petrol stations. The single biggest seasonal road point: the Transfăgărășan (DN7C) typically opens in late June or early July (CNAIR, the road authority, announces the date based on snowpack) and closes November 1; the Transalpina (DN67C) typically opens late May or early June and closes around the same time. Before mid-June, plan around them. Romania uses the Romanian leu (RON), not the euro, with current exchange around 5 RON to 1 EUR. Cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas; carry RON cash for rural Maramureș and Bucovina villages. Tipping at restaurants is 10 percent and increasingly added automatically as service charge in tourist-area restaurants, check the bill. Romania joined the Schengen Area for air and sea borders in March 2024 and added land borders in early 2025; visa-exempt travelers from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and elsewhere can stay 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. From the planned EU ETIAS launch, visa-exempt visitors will need an online authorization (~€7, valid three years); check the official ETIAS portal for the current launch date. Public holidays cluster around January 1–2, January 24 (Unification Day), Orthodox Easter Friday-Sunday-Monday (date varies, typically late April or early May, often a week or two after Western Easter), May 1 (Labour Day), June 1 (International Children's Day, public holiday in Romania), Whit Sunday and Monday (50 and 51 days after Orthodox Easter), August 15 (Assumption), November 30 (St. Andrew, patron saint), December 1 (Romanian National Day, major celebrations especially in Alba Iulia), and December 25–26.

Section 04

What things actually cost in 2026.

Romania remains one of the cheapest EU countries for travelers. A budget traveler on hostel dorms, supermarket breakfasts, simple lunches, public transport, and minimal paid activities can keep costs around €40–55 per day; a mid-range traveler in three-star hotels with sit-down restaurants twice daily and museum visits typically spends €80–110 per day; in Bucharest the same lifestyle is closer to €100–130. A meal at a traditional Romanian casă restaurant with mains like sarmale (cabbage rolls), mici (grilled meat rolls), or ciorbă de burtă (tripe soup) costs 35–55 RON (€7–11) outside Bucharest, 50–80 RON (€10–16) in central Bucharest. A glass of decent Romanian wine in a wine bar runs 18–28 RON (€3.60–5.60); domestic beer is 10–15 RON (€2–3). A coffee in a Bucharest specialty café is 15–22 RON (€3–4.50). Train fares are extremely low, Bucharest to Brașov in second class is around 60 RON (€12); Bucharest to Cluj is roughly 130 RON (€26) for IC service. Petrol is cheaper than Western Europe but more expensive than in 2020 levels. Hotels: a clean three-star in central Brașov or Sibiu averages €60–90 a night outside July/August (when it climbs to €90–140). Bran Castle entry is around 75 RON (€15), Peleș Castle 100 RON (€20). Black Sea coast accommodation in mid-summer can be the country's most expensive, Mamaia hotels in early August reach €180–250 a night for what would cost €60 in Sibiu the same week. Skiing in Romania is a bargain by European standards, a one-day Poiana Brașov adult lift pass is around 200 RON (€40), but the resort is small, with about a dozen runs.

Section 05

Seasonal phenomena and what blooms when.

Romania's calendar of natural rhythms is one of its underused advantages. Wildflowers and orchids on the Saxon meadow pastures around Viscri and Sighișoara peak in late May and early June, the meadows are protected for their botanical richness, and the Mihai Eminescu Trust runs walking weeks tied to the bloom. Cherry blossom in the Subcarpathian fruit belt (Argeș, Vâlcea) is mid-April. Lavender on the boutique farms south of Brașov peaks in late June into mid-July. Grape harvest in the Dealu Mare and Murfatlar wine regions runs mid-September into October. Maple, beech, and oak forests in the Apuseni and Făgăraș ranges turn yellow and orange from the first week of October through the third week, the Bucegi mountains can have leaves below and snow on the peaks simultaneously by late October. The Romanian Carpathians have Europe's largest brown bear population (~6,000 individuals, around 60 percent of the EU total), they emerge from hibernation in March, with hyperactive feeding in September before winter; bear-watching hides operate in the Brașov region from May through October. Wolves are present in similar numbers but rarely seen. Birding in the Danube Delta peaks in late April–May (migration plus breeding pelicans, herons, terns, glossy ibis) and again in late August–September (departure migration). Aurora is essentially nonexistent in Romania, but the dark skies of the Apuseni and Retezat mountains are excellent for the Milky Way from May through August, Romania has Bortle 2–3 areas an hour from major cities. The cold is the country's most underrated phenomenon: the Bărăgan plain south of Bucharest is famous for crivăț (the eastern winter wind) which can turn a -5 °C day into -20 °C wind chill within an hour. Snow lies in the Carpathians from December through March (longer at altitude), and the high lakes of the Făgăraș (Bâlea Lake, Capra Lake) ice over from November through April.

◉ FAQ

Frequently asked.

Is Romania safe and easy for first-time visitors?

Yes, Romania is generally safe and welcoming. Bucharest, Brașov, Cluj, Sibiu, and Sighișoara have low rates of violent crime; the typical issues are pickpocketing in Bucharest's Old Town and around the Gara de Nord railway station, and occasional taxi scams (use Bolt or Uber instead of street taxis). Outside the cities, Romania is exceptionally hospitable, rural Maramureș and Bucovina are some of the friendliest regions in Europe. English is widely spoken among younger Romanians and in tourism settings; older rural residents may speak only Romanian (or Hungarian in parts of Transylvania, German in Saxon villages). The main practical challenges are road quality (motorways are still incomplete) and the language barrier in remote villages, Google Translate's offline Romanian is reliable. Stray dogs, once a major issue, have been largely cleared from cities; bears in Brașov-area suburbs are a more current concern (don't feed or approach wildlife).

When does the Transfăgărășan road open?

The Transfăgărășan (DN7C, the high road over the Făgăraș range crossing Bâlea Lake) is one of Europe's most spectacular drives and is closed every winter. It typically opens between late June and early July and closes November 1, but the exact dates depend on snowpack and are announced each year by CNAIR (the Romanian road authority). The lower sections, Bâlea Cascadă at the bottom (accessible by cable car to the lake) and the southern Transylvanian slopes, are accessible year-round. The Transalpina (DN67C, the higher and longer high-altitude road across the Parâng range) typically opens earlier, in late May or early June, and closes around the same November date. If your trip is built around either road, target July through October for guaranteed access; otherwise check the CNAIR website close to your travel dates.

Do I need a visa for Romania?

Romania is a member of the EU and joined the Schengen Area for air and sea borders in March 2024 and added land borders in early 2025. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens enter freely. Citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and many other visa-exempt nationalities can visit without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day Schengen period. Make sure your passport has at least 3 months of validity beyond your planned departure (some countries enforce 6 months). From the planned EU ETIAS launch, visa-exempt visitors will need to apply online for an authorization (~€7, valid three years for multiple short stays); check the official EU ETIAS portal for the current launch date. Citizens of countries that need a Schengen visa should apply via the Romanian embassy or designated consular center; the standard adult fee is €90.

Is Romania still cheap, and what's the deal with the currency?

Yes, Romania remains one of the cheapest EU countries despite gradual increases. Romania uses the Romanian leu (RON), not the euro, and current exchange is around 5 RON to 1 EUR. A budget traveler can manage on €40–55 a day; mid-range comfort runs €80–110 outside Bucharest, €100–130 in the capital. Bucharest is the most expensive city for restaurants and hotels but still well below Western European prices for similar quality. Romania is in the EU but has not adopted the euro; the official target is gradually pushed back due to inflation criteria. Cards work everywhere in cities and tourist areas; carry RON cash for rural Maramureș, Bucovina, and the Apuseni for small guesthouses, monastery donations, and rural markets.

When is the best time to visit Transylvania?

The two windows are May–June and September–early October. May and June give you the Saxon meadow wildflowers (botanically internationally significant), comfortable hiking weather in the Carpathians (with the Făgăraș and Bucegi opening for high routes by mid-June), and stork nesting season. September–October give you autumn color in beech and oak forests, wine harvest in Dealu Mare and southern Transylvania, the most stable mountain weather of the year, and reduced crowds. July–August are doable but hot in lowland Bucharest (38 °C heatwaves) and crowded at Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, and Sighișoara on weekends. December is wonderful for Sibiu and Brașov Christmas markets if you want winter atmosphere. The hardest months are March (transitional, wet) and November (overcast and cold without yet being properly snowy).

How long do I need to see Romania properly?

Three to four days is a city break (Bucharest plus Brașov–Bran Castle); seven to eight days lets you do Bucharest, central Transylvania (Brașov, Sighișoara, Sibiu), and Peleș Castle; ten to twelve days adds the Painted Monasteries of Bucovina and a Carpathian hiking day; two weeks lets you add Maramureș or the Danube Delta but probably not both. Romania is genuinely big, the country is roughly the size of the UK, and rural roads slow travel down. A common mistake is trying to fit Bucharest, Transylvania, Bucovina, Maramureș, and the Danube Delta into one week; it doesn't work without a private driver and doesn't do any of them justice. Pick two regions; combine them; come back for the others.

Is the Danube Delta worth visiting, and when?

The Danube Delta is one of Europe's great natural areas, Europe's largest wetland, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, with over 300 bird species including the largest concentration of pelicans in Europe. It's worth visiting if birds, wetlands, or boat-based travel appeal; it's not a typical sightseeing destination and requires a different rhythm. The base for visiting is Tulcea (a city accessible by car or train from Bucharest, about 4–5 hours), from where you take guided boat tours into the channels. Best months are late April through early June (peak migration and pelican breeding) and late August through October (departure migration, less heat, fewer mosquitoes). July and August are hot, mosquito-heavy, and crowded with Romanian holidaymakers. Stay in Sulina, Crișan, or Mila 23 for a couple of nights, day trips from Tulcea miss the dawn and dusk wildlife windows that make the Delta special.

Are bears in Romania really a concern for travelers?

Romania has the largest brown bear population in the EU (around 6,000 individuals, most of any single country in Europe except Russia), concentrated in the Carpathian forests around Brașov. Bears are not generally a danger to travelers in cars or in towns, but: (1) Brașov suburbs have ongoing bear-incursion incidents, locals have been killed in past years on the city outskirts; (2) hiking solo in Brașov-area forests (Bucegi, Postăvarul, Piatra Mare) carries real risk and the official advice is to make noise and travel in groups; (3) feeding bears is illegal and dangerous. Bear-watching from professional hides (operated mainly in the Brașov area from May to October) is the safe and recommended way to see them. If you're planning hikes outside the busiest trails, brief yourself on bear safety: make noise, don't camp at trailheads with food, never approach a sow with cubs.

What about Bran Castle, is it really 'Dracula's Castle'?

No, but the marketing story endures. Bran Castle was never owned or lived in by Vlad III the Impaler (the historical figure who partially inspired Bram Stoker's fictional Count Dracula). The connection is loose at best. The castle is still worth visiting, a striking 14th-century cliff-top fortress, well-preserved, with a fascinating history involving Queen Marie of Romania who restored it in the early 20th century. It's open year-round (weekend hours in winter), entry is around 75 RON (€15), and it gets crowded, visit at opening (9 AM) on weekdays for the calmest experience. For genuine Vlad sites, head to Sighișoara (Vlad's birthplace) or Poenari Castle (his real fortress, a hard 1,480-step climb in the Făgăraș foothills, open seasonally roughly April–October). Bran is theatrical and accessible; Poenari is authentic and physically demanding.

Is Romanian food worth the trip?

Romanian food is hearty rather than refined but offers some genuinely distinctive dishes: sarmale (cabbage rolls stuffed with rice and meat, slow-cooked); mămăligă (cornmeal polenta, the country's traditional staple); ciorbă (sour soups, especially ciorbă de burtă with tripe and ciorbă rădăuțeană with chicken); mici (grilled minced meat rolls, the national fast food); cozonac (sweet braided bread for Christmas and Easter); sarmale with mămăligă is the iconic combination. The country has serious wine traditions, Fetească Neagră (red) and Fetească Albă and Tămâioasă Românească (white) are the indigenous varieties worth seeking out. Dealu Mare is the country's most established wine region; Drăgășani in southern Transylvania is the most exciting for new producers. Romanian craft beer is small but growing in Cluj and Bucharest. Coffee culture in Bucharest, Cluj, and Timișoara is increasingly serious. The seasonal markets (especially Bucharest's Obor and Cluj's Hala Centrală) are worth a visit for brânză de burduf (smoked sheep cheese) and zacuscă (autumn vegetable spread).

What evergreen public holidays should I know about?

Romania observes January 1–2 (New Year), January 24 (Unification Day, also called Mica Unire, banks and government offices close), Orthodox Easter Friday-Sunday-Monday (date varies, often a week or two after Western Easter), May 1 (Labour Day), June 1 (International Children's Day, public holiday), Whit Sunday and Monday (50 and 51 days after Orthodox Easter), August 15 (Assumption), November 30 (St. Andrew, patron saint of Romania), December 1 (National Day, the country's biggest secular holiday with parades especially in Alba Iulia and Bucharest), and December 25–26 (Christmas). On these dates expect supermarkets to be closed (Romania has trading restrictions), reduced public transport, and most museums shut. Restaurants stay open in cities except Christmas Eve evening and Easter Sunday in many cases.

What's the deal with Maramureș and the wooden churches?

Maramureș, in Romania's far north on the Ukrainian border, is one of Europe's most preserved traditional rural regions. Its wooden churches, there are eight on UNESCO's World Heritage List, are characterized by tall, slender shingle steeples reaching 50 meters or more, all built without nails. The most accessible are Bârsana, Ieud Deal, and Surdești; the famous Merry Cemetery at Săpânța (with brightly painted grave markers narrating the deceased's life in irreverent verse) is a different experience but also a Maramureș must-see. Best months are May through September; in winter the roads are more challenging but the snow-covered villages are genuinely otherworldly. Allow at least three days and base yourself in Sighetu Marmației or Vișeu de Sus. Maramureș is best by car, public transport is sparse and slow. The Mocănița (the Vișeu narrow-gauge steam train, running through the Vaser Valley) operates from late April through October.

Can I combine Romania with neighboring countries on one trip?

Romania's borders are with Ukraine, Moldova, Hungary, Serbia, and Bulgaria. The most natural combinations are: (1) Romania + Bulgaria, with Bucharest and Sofia about 4 hours apart by car (via Giurgiu/Ruse) and Romanian Constanța combinable with Bulgarian Varna by coastal drive; (2) Romania + Hungary, with Cluj-Napoca about 4–5 hours by car from Budapest, suitable for a Transylvania-Hungary loop; (3) Romania + Moldova, with Iași in eastern Romania an hour from the Moldovan border, but Moldova requires more planning. Romania to Serbia is geographically possible via the Iron Gates Danube gorge (one of Europe's most scenic stretches), but trip-planning logistics are weaker. Within Schengen the customs-style border checks are minimal since 2025. Add at least 4–5 days to do justice to a second country.

◉ Packing

What to pack for Romania.

Romania's packing depends sharply on whether you're going to Bucharest and the lowlands, the Carpathian mountains, or the rural north (Maramureș, Bucovina), and on the season. For a multi-region summer trip (May–September), bring layered clothing, Bucharest can hit 38 °C while the Făgăraș ridge at the same hour is 12 °C and stormy. Real waterproof rain gear is non-negotiable for any Carpathian hiking; afternoon thunderstorms develop within an hour. Sturdy hiking boots are essential for Făgăraș, Retezat, and Bucegi alpine routes; trail runners are fine for lower forest hikes. Bucharest dress is cosmopolitan, Romanians dress well, particularly in the city; smart-casual evening wear opens more restaurants and clubs. Cards work in cities and tourist hotels; carry RON cash for rural Maramureș, Bucovina monastery donations, and small village guesthouses. Mosquito repellent for the Danube Delta in summer (mandatory). A reusable water bottle is fine, Romanian tap water is drinkable in cities; in rural areas use bottled or filtered water. Pack sunglasses with serious UV protection, Carpathian sun above 1,500 meters is intense.

winter

Cold-weather gear if you're going beyond Bucharest: insulated jacket, thermal base layers, waterproof gloves, warm hat, neck warmer or scarf, lined boots that handle snow and slush. Bucharest itself rarely demands extreme gear, a warm coat and waterproof boots handle a city visit. For Carpathian skiing or the Bâlea Lake Ice Hotel, treat it as a serious winter trip, temperatures of -15 to -25 °C are routine at altitude. Hand warmers, a thermos, and a balaclava help at Christmas markets in Sibiu and Brașov. Sunglasses with high UV for snow-reflected glare. Bring or rent ski equipment locally, Romanian rentals are very cheap (€15–25 per day for ski-and-boots).

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Layered clothing for variable spring (March–May) and autumn (October–November): lightweight thermal base, fleece, packable rain jacket, walking shoes that handle puddles. April and October weather can swing from 5 °C and rainy to 22 °C and sunny within 48 hours. For mountain hiking in late May or October, treat it like winter packing in miniature, ridges can have snow flurries even when valleys are warm. A small umbrella works in cities; a proper rain jacket is non-negotiable for any countryside or hiking plans. Bring binoculars for the Danube Delta in late April or October, birding is at its peak.

summer

Light, breathable summer clothing for Bucharest and the lowlands; long pants and a fleece for evenings in the Carpathians, where 8–14 °C nights are normal even in July. Hiking boots, trekking poles for steep Făgăraș and Bucegi descents, sun hat, sunglasses with UV protection, 30 SPF sunscreen, 1.5-liter water bottle (refillable from huts, less reliable from streams without filtration). Lightweight rain jacket mandatory for any mountain plans. Mosquito repellent for the Danube Delta (mandatory) and for Bucharest evening terraces in July–August. Swimwear for Black Sea (Mamaia, Vama Veche), the Therme Bucharest spa complex, and rural lake swimming (Lake Roșu in Bucovina, Lake Sf. Ana in Eastern Carpathians).

◉ Sources

Where this data comes from.

The Romania travel calendar above is built from a combination of historical climate data, tourism-board publications, and traveler reports. Every claim about monsoon timing, peak season, or dry-season windows traces back to one of these sources.

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For our full data-sourcing methodology, see cost-of-living methodology and visa data methodology.

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