Background
Romania has been one of the most unstable regulatory environments in Central and Eastern Europe. The government collapsed on 5 May 2026 while a full rewrite of the Games of Chance Law was in progress. The shape of the regulator (ONJN) now depends on which coalition forms. Treat any 2026 commentary on Romania with care.
How do you apply for the ONJN licence?
ONJN application, local entity, software certification.
How much does the ONJN licence cost?
Annual licence fee minimum €480,000. €500k responsible-gambling contribution required. Local entity required. License application €40k-€100k depending on class.
How long does the ONJN licence take?
ONJN governance under sustained criticism through 2025-26. Operational continuity uncertain after government collapse 5 May 2026.
What are the ongoing compliance obligations for ONJN?
National self-exclusion. AML under Romanian framework. Real-time ONJN data feed.
What are the marketing rules under ONJN?
Restrictions tightening; sponsorship and broadcast under review.
The honest read
In active flux. The 30% tax rate is law, but enforcement and the future of the regulator itself depend on the coalition talks after the 5 May 2026 collapse. Existing licensees keep operating; new entry right now is a political bet, not a market entry.
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