The Romania Gambling Market Report 2026 explains how the Romanian market works and what it takes to enter it: who regulates it (the National Gambling Office, ONJN), which license you need (Class I for operators, Class II for B2B suppliers), how the licensing process runs, and which AML, responsible-gambling, technical, tax and advertising obligations apply once you are live.
- 25 pages, PDF, edition 2026
- Licensing timeline, requirements and a 6-phase market-entry roadmap
- Checklists for AML, responsible gambling, cybersecurity and payments
- Budget categories: one-time and recurring costs
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What is inside
- Executive summaryp. 2
- Why Romania?p. 4
- Romania at a glancep. 5
- The Romanian gambling market and its segmentsp. 6
- Key market trends 2026p. 7
- Romanian gambling regulation (OUG 77/2009, Law 124/2015)p. 8
- The National Gambling Office (ONJN)p. 9
- Class I and Class II licenses, typical timelinep. 10
- The licensing process, step by stepp. 11
- Key licensing requirementsp. 12
- Choosing the right corporate structurep. 13
- Gambling taxation and accountingp. 14
- Budgeting for market entryp. 15
- Anti-money laundering frameworkp. 16
- Responsible gamblingp. 17
- Technical compliance and cybersecurityp. 18
- Payments and bankingp. 19
- Advertising and marketing compliancep. 20
- Recent regulatory developments 2025–2026p. 21
- Enterprise risk managementp. 22
- Market-entry roadmapp. 23
- Conclusion and next stepsp. 25
Key points from the report
Two license classes. Class I covers operators that contract with Romanian players (online casino, sports betting, poker, fixed-odds betting, lottery and land-based operations). Class II covers B2B suppliers: game developers, platform and RNG providers, live casino studios, hosting, payment processors, certification laboratories, audit providers and licensable affiliates. Read more on Class I and Class II.
Typical timeline. Initial consultation 1–2 weeks, corporate preparation 2–4 weeks, technical certification 4–8 weeks and documentation 3–6 weeks, followed by ONJN review and approval.
What ONJN looks for. Transparent ownership and governance, financial standing, technical security, AML and responsible-gambling policies, qualified compliance personnel and the ability to report to the regulator.
Beyond the license
Compliance is continuous. Licensed businesses run an enterprise-wide AML risk assessment, customer due diligence and transaction monitoring under Law 129/2019, plus player-protection tools such as deposit limits and self-exclusion.
Budget for more than fees. Plan for legal, corporate formation, certification, infrastructure, payments, compliance, insurance and marketing, and for recurring renewals, reporting, audits and training. Current statutory figures: Class II €45,500 in year 1, €35,000 a year after; Class I online floor €1,280,000 a year (license fee €300,000).
Start with our explainer What is a Romanian gaming license and do I need one? or the full Romania licensing guide.
Romania Gambling Market Report 2026 — FAQs
What does the Romania Gambling Market Report 2026 cover?
In 25 pages: the Romanian market and its segments, 2026 trends, the legal framework (OUG 77/2009 and Law 124/2015), the role of ONJN, Class I and Class II licenses, the licensing process and requirements, corporate structuring, taxation, budgeting, AML, responsible gambling, technical compliance, payments, advertising rules, risk management and a market-entry roadmap.
Who is the report for?
International B2C operators (online casino, sportsbook, poker), B2B suppliers such as game studios, platforms, payment providers and affiliates, and investors evaluating the Romanian market.
Is the report free?
Yes. Enter your full name and e-mail address and the PDF downloads immediately; we also e-mail you a link that stays valid for 30 days.
How much does a Romanian gambling license cost?
The report explains the cost structure. For current figures: a Class II (B2B) license costs €45,500 in year 1 and €35,000 a year after; a Class I online operator faces a fixed floor of €1,280,000 a year. See our Romania licensing guide.
Is this legal advice?
No. The report is general information as of 2026. Romanian rules change; get advice on your own structure before applying. Our in-house lawyers can help once engaged.