Romania has established itself as the EU's «onshore tax haven» for SMEs and service companies. Its micro-enterprise regime, which allows taxation between 1% and 3% on gross turnover (rather than profits), is an efficiency anomaly on the continent. Combined with one of the most robust IT ecosystems in Eastern Europe and highly competitive operating costs, it is the ideal jurisdiction to maximise net margins in digital and consulting businesses.
Romania
The most aggressive taxation in the EU. Micro-enterprise regime (1% - 3% on income) and low-cost technology hub.
- Romania offers an unbeatable value proposition: access to the European Single Market with the cost structure and taxation of offshore jurisdictions. Its recent legislative modernisation has eliminated onerous capital requirements, allowing for an agile incorporation that attracts both tech startups and trading structures looking to optimise their tax burden legally.
Corporate income tax
1% - 3% (Micro) / 16% (Standard)
Constitution Time
3 - 5 Working Days
Minimum Capital
1 RON (approx. 0.20 EUR)
100% Remote Management. No travel required.
INTEGRAL VISION
Infrastructure Legal Solid for Global Business
REGULATORY AGILITY
Digitalisation and Flexibility
Following the reform of the Company Law, Romania has eliminated the substantial minimum share capital requirement and allowed for digital incorporation. The civil law legal system, harmonised with the EU, offers legal certainty with virtually no barriers to entry.
TAX ADVANTAGE
Microenterprise Regime
The major attraction of the jurisdiction. Companies with an annual turnover of up to €500,000 and meeting the substance criteria can opt to be taxed on gross income (turnover) rather than profit: 1% (up to €60k) or 3% (excess), drastically simplifying accounting.
ENTITIES
Available Company Types
Societate cu Raspundere Limitata (SRL)
The Limited Liability Company is the standard vehicle. Following the elimination of the minimum capital of 200 RON, it can now be incorporated from 1 RON. It is the structure required to access the micro-enterprise tax regime. Flexible, agile and with liability limited to the social contribution.
Societate pe Actiuni (SA)
Joint Stock Company designed for large capitals or companies planning to be listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange. Requires a minimum capital of 90,000 RON (approx. €18,000). Mandatory for banking and insurance activities, with stricter audit and corporate governance requirements.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Banking and Fintech Network
Transylvania Banking
Romanian market leader, with excellent digital infrastructure and support for foreign investors.
BCR (Banca Comerciala Romana)
Part of the Erste Group (Austria), it offers maximum strength and cross-border corporate services.
ING Bank Romania
A benchmark in digital and transactional banking, very popular with international IT companies and startups.
ROUTE SHEET
Incorporation Protocol
We have standardised international bureaucratic complexity into a linear and efficient process. Our team centralises legal, tax and administrative management, allowing you to operate in your chosen jurisdiction with full assurance of regulatory compliance.
01. Compliance Validation (KYC)
Initiation of the dossier by digitally compiling basic documentation (Passport and Proof of Residence). We perform legal and regulatory validation (AML) in less than 24 hours to ensure a seamless process.
02. Incorporation and Official Registration
Drafting of articles of association and preparation of articles of association in accordance with local regulations. We manage the filing with the competent registration authority and settle the governmental fees until the Certificate of Incorporation is obtained.
03. Operational Activation and Banking
Formal delivery of the ‘Corporate Set’ with the company's legal documents. In this final phase, we execute the introductions with the selected financial institutions or EMIs to enable the company's treasury.
We were looking for legal certainty to operate in Europe, but bureaucracy was holding us back. Your team not only handled the registration, but also advised us on the optimal tax structure. We feel we have an in-house legal department.
Sarah V.
Chief Operating Officer, Ventus Capital
360º SOLUTIONS
Corporate Governance Integral
Design of the optimal legal vehicle (LTD, LLC, Holding). Includes customised drafting of articles of association, government registration and payment of upfront fees to deliver an operational 100% company.
Direct access to our network of banking partners and EMIs. We manage the entire compliance dossier to ensure the opening of multi-currency corporate accounts with your own IBAN.
Provision of Registered Office and Secretarial or Nominee Address services, ensuring strict compliance with the requirements of substance and privacy.
Comprehensive management of the annual maintenance of the company. This includes the filing of accounting books, VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
STRATEGIC PARTNER
More than a Gestoria: Your Global Partner
We understand that operating abroad creates uncertainty. Our approach goes beyond red tape: we act as a proactive extension of your team, anticipating regulatory barriers and resolving operational challenges so you can focus on scaling your business.
CONTINENTAL NETWORK
Other Jurisdictions at Level Continental
IMMEDIATE OPERATION