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Updated March 2026

Romania First-Year Cost Estimator 2026

Calculate the total cost of your first year running an SRL in Romania — incorporation, registered office, accounting, bank account, payroll, meal vouchers, and all taxes — in 3 simple steps.

Incorporation & SetupLegal fees, Trade Registry, bank account, share capital
From €500
Office & AccountingRegistered office, bookkeeping, bank fees — monthly
€100–480/mo
Payroll & TaxesGross salary, CAM 2.25%, meal vouchers, CAS/CASS
Calculated
Total First-Year CostEverything combined — RON and EUR
Instant Result

3 steps, 60 seconds

Guided wizard — fill in your setup, office, and payroll details

2026 rates & rules

Min. wage S1/S2, CAS 25%, CASS 10%, CAM 2.25%, meal vouchers RON 45

RON & EUR toggle

See all figures in both currencies (BNR rate 5.0973)

Full line-by-line breakdown

Setup, admin, payroll — plus employee net salary calculation

Estimate Your First-Year Cost

Fill in each step — we'll calculate everything automatically

Step 1 of 3

Step 1 — Company Setup

Choose your incorporation package, when you'll start, and basic setup costs.

Incorporation Package
DIYI'll handle it myself
€0
EssentialsIncorporation + ANAF + REGES
€500
Standard+ 12-month registered office
€900
Premium+ office + bank + accounting setup
€1,500
Start Month
The month your SRL begins operating
Share Capital (RON)
Min. RON 500 (2026). Raise to RON 5,000 if turnover > RON 400K.
Government Fees (RON)
ONRC publication ~RON 100–200, name reservation, etc.
Bank Account Setup
Other One-Time Costs (€)
Translations, VAT registration, CAEN reclass., permits, etc.

Step 2 — Office & Monthly Admin

Set your recurring monthly costs — registered office, accounting, and bank maintenance.

Registered Office
Included in PackageOr using own property
€0/mo
Virtual OfficeBucharest address + mail handling
€50/mo
Shared / CoworkingDesk + registered address
€150/mo
Private OfficeDedicated space in Bucharest
€400/mo
Accounting (monthly)
Bank Maintenance (RON/month)
Typical: RON 15–50/mo. Banca Transilvania: ~RON 20/mo.

Step 3 — Employees & Payroll

Configure your team size, salaries, and benefits. Leave employees at 0 if you have none yet.

Number of Employees
Min. 1 full-time required for micro regime (1% tax)
Gross Salary / Employee (RON/month)
Min. wage: RON 4,050 (Jan–Jun) · RON 4,325 (Jul–Dec)
Meal Vouchers
Max RON 45/day · ~22 working days/month · Employer cost, partly tax-deductible
Voucher Value (RON/day)
Working Days / Month
Minimum Wage Tax Relief
RON 300/mo (Jan–Jun) · RON 200/mo (Jul–Dec) for gross ≤ RON 4,300/4,600
Personal Deduction
For gross ≤ minimum wage. Amount varies by dependents (RON 550–1,550/mo).
Special Working Conditions
Extra employer CAS: +4% (particular) or +8% (special conditions)
RON EUR
Estimated First-Year Total Cost
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Setup (One-Time)

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Admin (× — months)

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Payroll (Employer Side)

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Employee Net Salary (average per person / month)

CAS (25%)
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Pension
CASS (10%)
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Health
Income Tax
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10% flat
Net Salary
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Take-home

Full Line-by-Line Breakdown

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How This Calculator Works

Uses 2026 Romanian tax rates: CAS 25%, CASS 10%, income tax 10%, CAM 2.25%. Min. wage: RON 4,050 (Jan–Jun), RON 4,325 (Jul–Dec). Meal vouchers max RON 45/day, taxed 10% CASS + 10% income tax (exempt from CAS). Tax relief: RON 300/mo (S1) / RON 200/mo (S2). Share capital is a deposit, not a fee. EUR rate: 5.0973 (BNR 26 Mar 2026). This is an estimation tool, not legal or tax advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it really cost to start an SRL in Romania in 2026?+
The bare minimum to register an SRL is around RON 650–800 (government fees + minimum share capital of RON 500). However, most foreign founders use a law firm for the full process — packages start at €500 with Mihai Attorneys. Add 12 months of accounting (~€100–280/mo), a registered office (~€50–400/mo), and bank maintenance (~RON 20/mo), and the total admin cost for Year 1 is typically €2,500–6,000 before payroll.
What is the employer's total cost per employee in Romania?+
The statutory employer contribution is only CAM 2.25% (work insurance) — one of the lowest in the EU. For a minimum-wage employee (RON 4,050 gross Jan–Jun 2026), this means RON 91/month. If you add meal vouchers at RON 45/day × 22 days = RON 990/month, the total employer cost becomes roughly RON 5,131/month. There is no employer-side pension or health contribution — those are paid entirely by the employee (CAS 25% + CASS 10%).
What is the minimum wage in Romania in 2026?+
January–June 2026: RON 4,050/month gross (~€795). July–December 2026: RON 4,325/month gross (~€849). The calculator automatically adjusts when your start month crosses into the second semester. Construction-sector employees have a different minimum: RON 4,582.
Are meal vouchers mandatory in Romania?+
No — meal vouchers are optional. However, they're extremely common because they are partially tax-advantaged: the employer cost is deductible, and the voucher value is exempt from CAS (25%). The employee pays only 10% CASS + 10% income tax on the voucher amount. Max value: RON 45/day (since Nov 2025). Most employers grant the maximum, making this one of the best benefits for both sides.
Is the share capital an expense or an investment?+
The share capital is a deposit into the company's bank account — it belongs to the company and can be used for business purposes. It is not a fee or tax. New SRLs from 2026 require minimum RON 500 (~€100). If your annual turnover exceeds RON 400,000, you must increase it to RON 5,000 by the end of the following financial year. See our full guide.
Do I need a bank account, and how fast?+
Yes — within 60 business days of SRL incorporation (Law 239/2025). Fines for non-compliance: RON 3,000–10,000. Most Romanian banks (Banca Transilvania, BRD, ING) offer free account opening with monthly fees of RON 15–50. We assist with bank account opening as part of our Standard and Premium packages.
What about e-Factura (e-invoicing)?+
All businesses must use the RO e-Factura system. Small businesses (turnover < €500K) have until 1 July 2026 for full compliance. Most accounting software includes e-Factura integration. If your accountant uses a modern platform, the cost is included in their monthly fee. ANAF's free SPV portal can also be used for manual submission.
How does the 1% micro tax work with this cost estimator?+
This estimator calculates employer-side costs (setup + admin + payroll) — the costs you pay to run the SRL. The 1% micro tax on revenue is a separate obligation paid quarterly based on your company's turnover. To compare the 1% micro regime vs. 16% profit tax vs. PFA, use our SRL vs PFA Tax Calculator.

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This tool is for estimation only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Actual costs may differ based on specific circumstances.
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