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Romania: sanctions and trade risk
As of 7 November 2026, the screened UN, EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions lists contain 7 companies, organisations, vessels and aircraft linked to Romania.Lists last checked .
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No elevated country indicator for Romania in the route rules Sanctioni uses. That is not a clearance: goods may still be export-controlled, and parties in Romania may still be on a list.
On the sanctions lists
7 entries on the official lists name Romania — as nationality, address, registration or flag. That links them to the country; it says nothing about other companies there. The same company can appear on several lists and is then counted once per list. Individuals are not included — Sanctioni does not process them.
| List | Entries | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US OFAC — Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) | 7 | 7 | — | — |
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No new listings or removals naming Romania recorded yet.
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Romania: logistics and trade
Transit and hub country between Western/Central Europe, the Black Sea region and Ukraine/Moldova
Romania (RO) is an EU and Schengen member in south-eastern Europe and acts as a transit hub linking Western and Central Europe with the Black Sea region, Ukraine and Moldova. As part of the EU customs union the common external tariff (TARIC) applies; the Romanian Customs Authority (AVR) clears goods electronically via ICS2, NCTS-RO and AES-RO, and import VAT is 21 percent (reduced rate 11 percent). The main gateway is Constanta, the Black Sea's largest port with around 990,000 TEU and over 90 million tonnes handled in 2024; air cargo is concentrated at Bucharest Henri Coanda (OTP), Timisoara (TSR) and Cluj-Napoca (CLJ), complemented by Danube ports such as Galati and Giurgiu. Key axes are the TEN-T Rhine-Danube corridor, the A1 towards Hungary, the A2 Bucharest-Constanta and the Danube with the Danube-Black Sea Canal. Main traded goods are vehicles and automotive parts, machinery, and grain and oilseeds; leading partners are Germany, Italy, Hungary and France.
- Capital
- Bucharest
- Population
- 19,043,000
- Area
- 238,397 km²
- Currency
- Romanian leu (RON)
- Continent
- Europe
- Region
- Southeastern Europe / Black Sea region
- Economic area
- EU (single market and customs union)
- Religions
- Romanian Orthodox, Catholicism, Protestantism, Islam
- Access to the sea
- Yes
Transport modes Sea · Road · Rail · Air · Inland waterway
- Current situation
- Constanța is heavily utilised: after Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports, over 200 ships queued in front of the port in mid-July 2026, as grain and transit cargo from Ukraine is being diverted; delays are to be expected. Import VAT 21 percent confirmed; Schengen land borders free of controls since 1.1.2025. (As of 2026-07-21)
- Seasonal conditions
- Continental climate with cold, partly snowy winters (road and rail disruptions) and hot summers; Danube water-level fluctuations can restrict inland waterway shipping.
Main seaports
- Constanta
Constanta (RO CND), the Black Sea's largest port: about 88M tonnes and some 1M TEU in 2025. DP World and SOCEP terminals, grain, Danube canal, EU customs.
- Midia
Midia (RO MID): energy and petrochemical port near Constanța serving the Petromidia refinery. Crude, refined products, ethylene, LPG. Containers via Constanța.
- Mangalia
Mangalia (RO MAG): the Black Sea's largest shipbuilding and repair yard (Damen), not a cargo port. Containers and bulk move via Constanța.
- Galati
Galati (RO GAL): the Danube's largest river-sea port for dry bulk, grain and steel (Liberty Galati). No container terminal — use Constanța.
- Braila
Braila (RO BRA): Danube river port, 25 berths, 2.6 M tonnes/yr of grain, timber and steel. No containers; use Galați or Constanța.
Main cargo airports
- Timişoara Traian Vuia AirportTSR
Timișoara Traian Vuia Airport (TSR): western Romania's most important airport with its own cargo terminal and regular express freight feeder flights.
- Cluj Avram Iancu International AirportCLJ
Cluj Avram Iancu Airport (CLJ/LRCL): 6,631 t of cargo and 3.58M passengers in 2025, own cargo terminal, Wizz Air base. Large consignments via Bucharest (OTP).
Road corridors
- TEN-V Rhine-Danube Corridor
- A1 Bucharest-Arad (towards Hungary)
- A2 Bucharest-Constanța
- A3
Rail corridors
- TEN-V Rhine-Danube Corridor
- Connections to Hungary
- Danube bridge Giurgiu-Ruse (Bulgaria)
- Border crossings to Ukraine (partly broad gauge)
Inland ports
- Galați
- Brăila
- Giurgiu
- Drobeta-Turnu Severin
- Constanța (Danube-Black Sea Canal)
Main trade lanes
- Constanța - Asia (containers)
- Rhine-Danube corridor to Western/Central Europe
- Constanța - Black Sea/Ukraine transit
- Road/rail to Germany and Hungary
Customs and import
Customs authority Autoritatea Vamală Română (AVR)Official website ↗
- Import customs system
- EU Customs Code (UCC); electronic import clearance by the Romanian customs authority via ICS2 (advance declaration), NCTS-RO (transit) and SIIV/DTI. EU customs union with common external tariff (TARIC).
- Export customs system
- Electronic export clearance via AES-RO under the UCC. Within the EU, duty-free and controls-free internal market trade; excise goods via EMCS-RO.
- Import VAT
- 21 percent standard rate (since 1. August 2025, previously 19 percent); reduced rate of 11 percent on certain goods. Collected on import by the customs authority.
- Proofs of origin and trade agreements
- As an EU member, application of EU preferential agreements; proof of origin EUR.1, origin declaration (REX) and supplier declarations. Within the EU no proof of origin is required.
- Restricted and prohibited goods
- EU-wide prohibitions and restrictions (weapons, drugs, certain foods and plants, CITES species, dual-use goods). Excise goods such as alcohol, tobacco and energy products via EMCS-RO.
Typical import documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Consignment note (CMR/CIM/B/L/AWB)
- Customs declaration under the UCC
- Proof of origin for preference
- EORI number
Typical export documents
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Export declaration (AES-RO)
- Consignment note
- Proof of origin (EUR.1/REX)
- EORI number
Logistics conditions
- Customs complexity
- Medium
- Customs delays
- Low to medium
- Port congestion
- Medium
- Dangerous goods relevance
- Medium to high
- Pharma and cold chain relevance
- Medium
- E-commerce relevance
- Medium to high
Trade
Top export partners
Top import goods
- Machinery
- Vehicles
- Electronics
- Chemicals
- Crude oil
Top export goods
- Vehicles
- Machinery
- Textiles
- Metals
- Furniture
Typical cargo
- Grain and oilseeds
- Vehicles and vehicle parts
- Machinery
- Containers
- Crude oil and chemicals
Upcoming public holidays
- St Andrew's DayMon, 30 Nov 2026 · businesses closed
- National DayTue, 1 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
- Christmas DayFri, 25 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
- Second Day of ChristmasSat, 26 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
- New Year's DayFri, 1 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
- Second Day of New YearSat, 2 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
- EpiphanyWed, 6 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
- St John the BaptistThu, 7 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
Latest logistics news
- High Diesel Prices: IRU Calls for Targeted Support for Transport Operators2 Nov 2026
The IRU demands relief measures due to high diesel prices. An association's demand does not yet replace a government decision on state aid.
- EU Parliament Wants to Relieve Small Businesses of Packaging Representative Obligations28 Oct 2026
The EU Parliament wants to relieve certain small companies of the authorized representative requirement. The position is not yet a valid exception.
- Drones Strike Tanker Off Romania's Coast22 Oct 2026
Following attacks on two tankers off Romania, seven seafarers went missing on October 16. Shippers should assess the situation for each Black Sea voyage.
- Black Sea: Tanker Attacked, Seven Seafarers Missing21 Oct 2026
Drones struck two tankers near Romania. Seven seafarers were recently reported missing. An EU-wide moratorium against the attacks has only been demanded so far, not agreed upon.
- EU Parliament Approves New Limits for Truck Toll Discounts14 Oct 2026
The EU Parliament approves new rules for truck toll discounts. Fleets should factor in the threshold as of July 2031 in long-term billing.
Logistics questions
What import VAT applies in Romania?
The standard rate has been 21 percent since 1 August 2025 (previously 19 percent); a reduced rate of 11 percent applies to certain goods. Import VAT is charged at customs clearance.
Which customs authority and systems are responsible?
The Romanian Customs Authority (Autoritatea Vamala Romana, AVR) is responsible. Clearance is electronic via ICS2, NCTS-RO, AES-RO and EMCS-RO under the EU Customs Code.
Is Romania part of the EU single market and customs union?
Yes. Romania has been an EU member since 2007 and is part of the EU customs union. Trade within the EU is duty-free; the common external tariff (TARIC) applies to third countries.
How important is the port of Constanta?
Constanta is the Black Sea's largest port and a key EU gateway. In 2024 it handled around 990,000 TEU and over 90 million tonnes; it is a major grain hub, including Ukrainian transit cargo.
What does Schengen membership mean for the flow of goods?
Since 1 January 2025 Romania is a full Schengen member; checks on persons at internal EU land borders have been lifted (air and sea since 31 March 2024). This shortens waiting times in road and rail transit.
Which documents do I need for import and export?
Typically a commercial invoice, packing list, transport document (CMR/CIM/B/L/AWB), customs or export declaration, an EORI number and, where preferential origin applies, a proof of origin (EUR.1 or REX).
What currency does Romania use, is it the euro?
The national currency is the Romanian leu (RON). Romania is in the EU but not yet in the eurozone; payments are made in RON.
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