GDPR Fines in Romania
3 data protection authorities · Since 2019
Total Actions
321
Total Fines
€2.4M
Average Fine
€8K
Among actions with fines
Enforcement Trend
Decreasing
About Data Protection Enforcement in Romania
Romania is an active enforcer of GDPR and ePrivacy requirements, with 3 data protection authorities overseeing compliance since 2019. To date, Romania's regulators have taken 321 enforcement actions totaling €2,383,155 in fines. The landmark case was a €170,000 fine against Raiffeisen Bank S.A in 2019, among the most significant GDPR and ePrivacy penalties recorded for this jurisdiction. Enforcement activity has moderated in recent years, potentially indicating improved compliance across the market or a shift in regulatory priorities. The most frequently enforced violations are cookies placed before consent (4 cases), unclear cookie information (3 cases), no reject button (2 cases), reflecting the regulatory focus areas in this jurisdiction.
Data Protection Authorities
Largest Fines in Romania
All Romania actionsRecent Enforcement Actions in Romania
Enforcement Actions by Year
| Year | Actions | Total Fines |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 25 | €444K |
| 2020 | 31 | €199K |
| 2021 | 23 | €63K |
| 2022 | 49 | €181K |
| 2023 | 51 | €403K |
| 2024 | 29 | €128K |
| 2025 | 80 | €489K |
| 2026 | 33 | €475K |
Most Common Violations in Romania
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement actions has Romania issued?
Romania has issued 321 enforcement actions related to GDPR and ePrivacy, totaling €2.4M in fines.
What is the largest GDPR and ePrivacy fine in Romania?
The largest recorded penalty was a €170K fine against Raiffeisen Bank S.A on 2019-10-01.
How many data protection authorities operate in Romania?
Romania has 3 data protection authorities overseeing GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement.
Is GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement decreasing in Romania?
GDPR and ePrivacy enforcement in Romania has been decreasing in recent years.