Customs & Cash in Romania: what are the rules for travelers?

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Customs & Cash — Romania

What travelers need to know about customs & cash in Romania. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Customs & Cash in Romania: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.

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RESTRICTED

Declare cash or cheques of EUR 10,000 or more between Romania and non-EU countries; no declaration is needed to/from another EU country.

Fine for non-declaration; undeclared cash may be seized.

§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Romania

Verified Jul 28, 2026

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