Reminder: Mandatory Card Payment Method Acceptance in Romania

Starting 1 January 2026, Romania will require all retailers and traders to accept card and electronic payments, making cash-only operations no longer permitted. Under Law No. 239/2025, the previous RON 50,000 cash-receipt threshold is abolished, obliging businesses of all sizes and sectors—including public institutions and utility providers—to accept debit, credit, prepaid cards, and other electronic payment methods.