Romania is a fully regulated market with a single national regulator (ONJN) and a mature gambling framework built on Government Emergency Ordinance (GEO) 77/2009, including subsequent amendments. It covers online and land-based operations, supported by a stable licensing system, mandatory technical certification, and continuous regulatory supervision.
The market is open to international operators that meet ONJN’s eligibility conditions. To obtain a licence, applicants must establish a local presence through a Romanian-registered company or, if based in the EU/EEA or Switzerland, register a permanent establishment in Romania. Licence holders must also integrate with all certified monitoring and reporting systems under the applicable licensing regime.
| Regulatory Authority | The National Gambling Office (ONJN) |
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Clear B2C and B2B licensing pathways, consistent enforcement, and strong player‑protection rules under a single national authority.
The audience favours sports betting (56%), while online casino accounts for around 36% of the market, with a clear preference for classic‑style slots. Poker and live casino formats (blackjack, roulette, wheel‑based game shows) are increasingly gaining ground. |
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