Competition law compliance in Romania: avoiding cartel and dominance risks
Romania’s competition law framework Romanian competition law is applied primarily by the Romanian Competition Council (RCC), which is the national competition authority that prevents and sanctions anti-competitive conduct. The regime follows closely EU competition law, in particular Articles 101 and 102 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU), in order to ensure consistent application […]
Transfer pricing compliance in Romania: key challenges for multinational companies
Why transfer pricing is significant for multinationals For multinationals, transfer pricing is one of the most politically sensitive areas of tax compliance domains. As the Romanian Tax Authority (ANAF) subjects more firms to audit and tightens policy to align with OECD and EU standards, intra-group transactions are coming under greater scrutiny. Transfer pricing compliance is […]
Collective redundancies in Romania: legal procedures and employee rights
Collective redundancies in Romania are always a delicate and complicated procedure. When reducing staff on a large scale, Romanian employers must comply with strict legal rules that balance company restructuring needs with employee rights. Ignoring these obligations can lead to court disputes, administrative fines, and serious damage to a company’s reputation. This article sets out […]
Romania debt recovery: how foreign companies can enforce payment claims
Debt recovery in Romania For many foreign companies trading in Romania, the risk of unpaid invoices or breached contractual agreements is a reality. Debt recovery is not always a matter of money – it is a matter of safeguarding commercial relationships and maintaining cash flow. Romanian law provides an advanced system of law to follow […]
IP protection for tech startups: safeguarding software and innovation
As Romania’s evolving technology sector continues to grow, startups will focus on rapid product development, fundraising, and market expansion. One of their most valuable assets, however – their intellectual property (IP) – is sometimes not as well-protected as it should be. For early-stage companies, the securing of IP rights isn’t about inhibiting infringement; it is […]
Digital consumer rights in Romania: e-commerce obligations for businesses
In Romania, consumer online shopping has moved from being a novelty to an everyday habit. People now buy everything from fresh food to streaming subscriptions with just a few clicks. Along with this growth comes rising expectations: customers want quick delivery, clear information, and the reassurance that they are treated fairly. For businesses, meeting these […]
Corporate governance in Romanian SMEs
Why corporate governance matters for Romanian SMEs For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Romania, corporate governance may appear to be a concern reserved only for large corporations. Yet in practice, it plays a crucial role in the stability and growth of smaller businesses as well. Governance provides a framework for how decisions are […]
Cross-border employment in Romania: tax and legal compliance for international teams
Over the past few years, remote work has stopped being the exception and has become part of everyday business. Romanian employers are no longer limited to hiring locally; many now engage in cross-border employment, working with staff who live abroad while Romanian specialists themselves often join foreign teams without leaving home. This flexibility is attractive, […]
Data localisation and cross-border data transfers in Romania
In today’s digital economy, data is one of the most valuable assets of any business. Companies increasingly rely on cloud storage, international service providers, and cross-border data processing to operate efficiently. However, these practices raise significant legal questions under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and national data protection law. Businesses must understand the rules […]
The rise of digital nomads: legal requirements for remote work contracts in Romania
Legal landscape for remote work in Romania The shift toward remote work and the growing community of digital nomads have created new legal considerations for Romanian employers and foreign companies hiring Romanian talent. Whether a business is engaging a software developer from Cluj or a marketing consultant travelling across Europe, remote work contracts must comply […]