Do I need a DPO in Romania?

Yes, if you: (1) are a public authority, (2) conduct large-scale systematic monitoring, or (3) process sensitive data at scale. Even if not required, a DPO is strongly recommended. We assist with the legal assessment of data-protection obligations.

What are the GDPR fines in Romania?

Up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover (whichever is higher). Fees are agreed in writing after reviewing the matter.

How long does GDPR compliance take?

Initial compliance: 4-8 weeks for SMEs, 3-6 months for larger organizations. Ongoing maintenance: monthly DPO activities, quarterly reviews, annual audits.

What happens during a data breach?

You must notify ANSPDCP within 72 hours and affected individuals without undue delay (if high risk). We provide 24/7 breach response support including legal analysis, notifications, and documentation.

Is my website GDPR compliant?

Most websites need: cookie consent banner (not just notification), privacy policy, legal basis for analytics/marketing, data subject rights mechanism, and processor agreements with third-party tools.

Can you defend against ANSPDCP fines?

Yes. We represent companies during ANSPDCP investigations and appeal fines in court, with a strong record of reducing or overturning sanctions.

EU GDPR • External DPO Service • Zero Fines Track Record

GDPR Compliance Romania 2026

Full GDPR compliance for businesses operating in Romania. External DPO, data audits, breach response, and regulatory defense.

Consultation +40 740 011 411

Client fines received

72h

Breach response time

GDPR Services

GDPR Audit

Comprehensive assessment of your data processing activities, policies, and technical measures.

External DPO

Outsourced Data Protection Officer service — mandatory for public bodies and large-scale processors.

Breach Response

72-hour ANSPDCP notification, data subject communication, incident documentation.

Policies & Documentation

Privacy policies, cookie policies, DPIA, processing records, processor agreements.

International Transfers

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), transfer impact assessments, Schrems II compliance.

Regulatory Defense

Defense against ANSPDCP investigations and fine appeals in court.

Our Process — Step by Step

Gap Analysis

We assess your current GDPR compliance status and identify all gaps.

1-2 weeks

Compliance Roadmap

We develop a prioritized action plan with timelines and responsibilities.

1 week

Implementation

We draft policies, update contracts, implement technical measures.

2-6 weeks

Ongoing Monitoring

External DPO, periodic audits, regulatory updates, breach support.

Ongoing

GDPR in Romania — What Businesses Need to Know

Romania's data protection authority (ANSPDCP) has significantly increased enforcement since 2023, with fines reaching €100,000+ for Romanian companies. International companies operating in Romania face the full EU GDPR framework with fines up to 4% of global annual revenue.

Key obligations include: maintaining records of processing activities, appointing a DPO (when required), conducting DPIAs for high-risk processing, implementing data breach notification procedures (72h to ANSPDCP), and ensuring lawful cross-border data transfers post-Schrems II.

Pantilimon Avocat provides end-to-end GDPR compliance — from initial gap assessment through ongoing DPO support — for Romanian startups and multinational corporations alike.