How to register a company in Romania?

In order to register a company in Romania, you need to choose the type of company form you want to incorporate, to prepare the necessary documents and to submit the application to the Romanian Trade Registry. Most common forms of companies in Romania are the Limited Liability Company (LLC), Joint Stock Company (SA) and sole trader (PFA).

How long does it take to open a company in Romania?

The company formation in Romania process will take 2 working days, since the date the incorporation application is submitted to the Romanian Trade Registry.

What is the main advantage to open a company in Romania?

One of the lowest taxation in EU: 1% turnover tax for the companies whose turnover does not exceed EUR 60,000 and have at least one employee or 3% turnover tax if the companies has a revenue exceeding EUR 60,000 or the companies is engaged in some specific activities.

Can I start a company in Romania as a foreigner?

Foreign citizens and legal persons can quickly and easily incorporate their own company in Romania, without any restrictions. There is no need for a Romanian shareholder and director

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24 September 2023

The headquarter of your company in Romania

Uncover the secrets about the headquarter of the company in Romania and delve into its rich history and significance | Gain a comprehensive understanding of the location that serves as the heart of your business | Take your company to new heights with a virtual headquarters

Looking for headquarter for your company

Imagine having a virtual headquarters in Romania that allows you to seamlessly manage your business operations from anywhere in the world. This forward-thinking company understands the importance of adaptability in today's fast-paced business landscape. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and a team of skilled professionals, they provide a comprehensive suite of services that enable businesses to thrive in the digital age.

Each company registered in Romania need to be headquartered and have an address in Romania, where the all correspondence will be received. So, the registered headquarter is mandatory when setting up a company according to the Romanian Companies law no. 31/1990.

But finding the headquarter is not such difficult considering that the registered office may be located in any real estate property, by the conclusion, between the newly incorporated company representative and owner of the building or event lessee, of an agreement providing expressly that the premises are used also for setting the company headquarter there and its registration with the Trade Registry.

This document will be submitted within the company incorporation file. To read more about what documents the company incorporation file contains, please access our blog article 5 steps for setting up a company in Romania.

So, the company headquarter may be registered with the Trade Registry based even on a sale-purchase agreement providing that the company is the owner of the premises (and in this capacity has the right to set its headquarter there) or a lease agreement concluded between the lessor - as the landlord and the newly incorporated company - as lessee, or even based on a bailment agreement, where the bailor - as the landlord or another lessee transfers the use of the immovable assets free of charge to the company - as the bailee.

Another option for contracting very easily the headquarter hosting, which also represents the most used in practice, represents establishing it at a law office or a law company, according to the Companies law no. 31/1990 and Law no 51/1995 for the organization and exercise of the legal profession, bearing in mind that:

the headquarter may be established temporarily at the lawyer's premises for a determined period, not exceeding 1 (one) year, as a virtual headquarter address;

For a specific duration, which should not surpass one year, it is possible to set up a temporary headquarters at the lawyer's office. This arrangement allows for a centralized location where the correspondence and mail will be received.

this headquarter at the lawyer's premises can be used only as mail address, exclusively to receive company correspondence;

So, the headquarter at the lawyer office is not a place where company's object of activity can be carried out (to perform company's activity), but is a place for receiving correspondence by the lawyer, who will submit it to the authorized persons within the newly incorporated company.

The lawyer's premises serve as the official headquarters for the company, but it is important to note that this space is solely designated for mail purposes. It is exclusively used to receive all company correspondence, ensuring that important documents and letters are handled with utmost care and confidentiality. This arrangement allows for a centralized location where all incoming mail can be efficiently managed and distributed to the relevant departments within the company.

the company headquarter at the lawyer office involves signing a different legal assistance agreement expressly for this task;

In order to ensure clarity and transparency, a different unique legal assistance agreement is required to be signed exclusively for this purpose. This agreement outlines the specific terms and conditions that govern the provision of legal support and guidance in relation to the task at hand. By having a dedicated headquarters and a separate agreement, it allows for a focused and specialized approach to tackling the legal aspects of this particular matter.

it involves significant lower costs and a simplified procedure with the Romanian Trade Registry for its registration.

The lawyer's office headquarters offer a unique advantage when it comes to cost savings and a simplified registration process with the Romanian Trade Registry. By choosing this location as your headquarters, you can enjoy significant cost reductions compared to other options. The lawyer's office has already established a streamlined procedure for registering businesses with the Trade Registry, making the entire process hassle-free and efficient.

The registration of the headquarter is verified not only by the Trade Registry, but also by the National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF).

The verification of the headquarters' registration is not limited to just the Trade Registry; it also involves the National Agency for Fiscal Administration. This dual verification process ensures that the headquarters' registration is thoroughly examined and validated by two separate entities. By involving both the Trade Registry and the National Agency for Fiscal Administration, any discrepancies or irregularities in the registration can be effectively identified and addressed.

Romania's leading virtual headquarters company is revolutionizing the way businesses operate by providing innovative solutions for remote work. With a strong focus on efficiency and flexibility, this company offers a range of virtual office services that cater to the needs of modern businesses. From prestigious business addresses to professional receptionists, they ensure that your company maintains a professional image without the need for a physical office space.

ROMANIAN ADVOCACY recommends contracting legal and corporate legal services from a lawyer specialized in commercial law and registration at the Romanian Trade Registry who may temporarily host the headquarter of your company in Romania, who is able to receive mail and correspondence and who can also provide legal assistance and consultancy services in the procedure of company incorporation in Romania and also in changing the headquarter of the company in Romania.

Our lawyers specialized in commercial law and corporate matters are at your disposal with any additional information related to obtaining a registered headquarter for your company, as well as providing hosting services for the registered office at our premises.

Besides the legal services consisting in company incorporation in Romania, we can also help you with the headquarter establishment for your company. Contact us using the form here.

Feel free to reach out to us at tudor@roadvocacy.ro or give us a call at +40 723 77 37 59. Alternatively, you can also use the contact form on our website at www.roadvocacy.ro. We're here to assist you in any way we can!

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