In the article for SBC News, Ivan Kurochkin, Partner and Head of Consulting Department at 4H Agency, reviews the latest developments transforming the Romania gambling sector. With a wave of legislative updates, including tax reforms and operational restrictions, the country is tightening control over its growing gambling market.
Key Insights
The Romania gambling regulator, ONJN (Oficiul Național pentru Jocuri de Noroc), has introduced significant regulatory changes. Among them is a 5% turnover tax for online operators, replacing the former 23% GGR-based model, and stricter requirements for license holders, including financial guarantees and enhanced player protection systems.
Additionally, the Romania gambling authority is reinforcing AML obligations and increasing oversight of advertising practices, particularly for online casinos and sportsbooks. New policies also restrict the location and visibility of land-based gambling venues, aiming to minimize social risks.
While these reforms increase the regulatory burden, they also offer greater market transparency and long-term stability—positioning Romania as a structured, high-potential market for compliant operators.
Additionally, the Romania gambling authority is reinforcing AML obligations and increasing oversight of advertising practices, particularly for online casinos and sportsbooks. New policies also restrict the location and visibility of land-based gambling venues, aiming to minimize social risks.
While these reforms increase the regulatory burden, they also offer greater market transparency and long-term stability—positioning Romania as a structured, high-potential market for compliant operators.
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For a full overview of the changes in the Romania gambling sector, read the original article here: SBC News – Romania Regulatory Update
