Legal Services for SaaS Companies in Romania
From MSA negotiation and DPA review to GDPR compliance and IP protection — we represent SaaS companies selling across the EU from a Romanian base.
Industry challenges we solve
EU cross-border contracts
Selling to enterprises in Germany, France, the Netherlands? You need MSA, SLA and DPA language that survives procurement legal review in 27 jurisdictions.
GDPR + Schrems II for sub-processors
If your stack uses AWS, GCP, OpenAI or any US sub-processor, your DPA needs SCCs, TIA and a defensible transfer mechanism.
IP ownership disputes
Romanian Civil Code presumes IP ownership stays with the developer unless a written assignment exists. Founders often discover this during due diligence.
VAT & MOSS for SaaS
B2C SaaS sold across the EU triggers OSS/IOSS registration. B2B reverse-charge rules apply — but only with valid VIES-validated VAT numbers.
Services we provide
Master Service Agreements (MSA)
Drafted to pass enterprise procurement review: liability caps, indemnities, sub-processing, audit rights, EU jurisdiction clauses.
Data Processing Agreements (DPA)
GDPR Art. 28 compliant, with SCCs Module 2 (controller→processor), TIA for non-EU sub-processors, and breach notification SLA.
Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
GDPR + ePrivacy + Romanian Consumer Code aligned. Multi-language packs (EN, RO, DE, FR).
IP assignment & contractor agreements
Watertight Work-for-Hire clauses for Romanian and EU contractors — surviving M&A due diligence.
SaaS company formation
SRL or holding structure optimized for SaaS revenue, ESOP rollout, and future EU/US investor rounds.
Customer disputes & debt recovery
Cross-border collection of unpaid SaaS invoices via EU Order for Payment or Romanian executor proceedings.
Applicable regulations
GDPR (EU 2016/679)
Applies to any SaaS handling personal data of EU residents — regardless of where servers are located.
Official source →Romanian Law 190/2018
National GDPR implementation: additional rules on employee monitoring, HR data, and DPO appointment.
EU AI Act (Reg. 2024/1689)
If your SaaS uses or embeds AI, classification under Annex III may apply. GPAI obligations from Aug 2025; high-risk from Aug 2026.
NIS2 (Dir. EU 2022/2555)
Cybersecurity obligations for managed service providers transposed in Romania via OUG 155/2024.
DSA (Reg. EU 2022/2065)
If your SaaS hosts third-party content (forums, comments, UGC), Digital Services Act obligations apply.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Romanian DPO for my SaaS?
Only if you process personal data of EU residents on a large scale or process special-category data systematically. Most early-stage SaaS startups do not require a DPO but must still meet all other GDPR Art. 30 record-keeping obligations.
Can I sell SaaS to EU enterprises from a Romanian SRL?
Yes. Romanian SRLs are EU-domiciled entities recognized across the single market. You will need VIES-validated VAT, English-language MSA/DPA, and audited financials for enterprise procurement.
How long does SaaS company formation take in Romania?
10-14 business days with full pre-prepared documentation. Bank account opening adds another 5-7 days. We handle remote incorporation for founders abroad.
What if I use OpenAI or US AI APIs?
Add Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs Module 3 for processor-to-processor), conduct a Transfer Impact Assessment (TIA), and disclose the sub-processor in your DPA.
Need SaaS & Cloud legal counsel in Romania?
Introductory consultation in English — we'll map your regulatory exposure and a realistic compliance plan.