Is It Worth Suing a Romanian Debtor? A Candid Assessment for Foreign Creditors
A Romanian company owes you money but won't pay. Before you spend a euro on lawyers, understand what recovery actually costs, how long it takes, and the one factor that decides whether you will ever see the money.
Debt Recovery in Romania: A Practice Guide for Foreign Creditors
Romania offers three procedural routes for recovering unpaid commercial invoices from Romanian debtors, with court fees starting at €40 and enforceable titles available in approximately 45 days. This guide sets out the full playbook for creditors based in Germany, the Netherlands, France, the UK, and the United States — from the mandatory demand letter through bank account garnishment. Includes 2026 BNR interest rates, statutory limitation rules, fixed-fee cost breakdown, and when to use EU cross-border instruments versus Romanian domestic procedures.