Romanian Gambling License (ONJN)
Published: August 1, 2026Updated: July 30, 2026
Romanian (ONJN)
The Romanian Gambling License is required for any operator wishing to offer online or land-based gambling services in Romania. The ONJN issues two types of licenses: Class 1 for organizers (operators) and Class 2 for suppliers (software providers). The jurisdiction is known for its detailed technical requirements and mandatory local server presence.
Jurisdiction
Romania (European Union)
Legal Framework
Emergency Government Ordinance no. 77/2009
Valid In
Romania.
Not Valid In
Outside Romania.
Recognition
National license, mandatory for accessing the Romanian market.
What This License Covers
Financial Requirements
Application Fee
€14 000
Online Casino Annual License Fee
€300 000
Land-Based / Retail Sportsbook Annual License Fee
€200 000
Annual Responsible Gambling Contribution (Only Class 1)
€500 000
Security Deposit
€2 000 000 for online sportsbooks and €5 000 000 for online casino
Class II Annual License Tax
€20 000
Annual Responsible Gambling Contribution
€15,000 (per year)
Additional Costs
18% tax on GGR for casinos, 16% for sports betting
- Mandatory local server costs
Special Requirements
- Local Presence: Must have a local representative and a fiscal code in Romania.
- Corporate Structure: Can be a foreign company but must register for tax purposes.
- Capital Requirements: Must demonstrate financial stability.
- Technical Requirements: Servers must be physically located in Romania. Real-time data reporting to ONJN is mandatory.
- Compliance Obligations: AML/KYC, responsible gambling, and integration with national systems.
- Background Checks: Due diligence on owners and directors.
Ideal Use Cases
- Operators targeting the Romanian market.
- B2B Suppliers: Who need a Class 2 license to partner with Romanian operators.