# Romanian traffic law and fiscal updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/romanian-traffic-law-and-enforcement-updates > Updated: 2026-09-07T01:41:48.000Z. Sources: 56. Developments: 9. Romania continues to update its traffic laws and administrative procedures. Regarding driver licensing, the Romanian Senate has adopted a draft law to modify the practical exam for category B licenses. To eliminate inconsistencies caused by examiner discretion, the new legislation makes four maneuvers mandatory for all candidates: reversing, turning in limited space, parking, and controlled stopping. While senators removed a previous proposal for a dedicated polygon-based exam, the law must still pass through the Chamber of Deputies. Once promulgated, the Ministry of Internal Affairs will have up to 90 days to establish specific evaluation criteria and methodological norms. In a separate legislative move, a proposal has been submitted to the Senate to clarify rules for creating emergency lanes to ensure the unimpeded passage of emergency vehicles. Under this proposal, drivers on multi-lane roads would move toward the center axis or the right edge to clear a path. Violations could lead to fines of up to 1,000 lei and a 30-day license suspension. These developments follow previous updates regarding blood alcohol content testing rights, the scheduled increase in automotive document fees on September 15, 2026, and legal complications surrounding the suspension of licenses for unpaid traffic fines. ## Claims - The Romanian government introduced a new law to address unpaid traffic fines. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The new law went into effect on August 25. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Drivers lose one day of driving privileges for every 50 lei (approximately 10 euros) of unpaid fines. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Drivers have 90 days to pay a fine from the moment it is served. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Paying a fine within 15 days results in a 50 percent reduction of the amount. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The driving ban begins at midnight on the third working day after the 90-day payment period expires. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The system uses the PatrimVen state information system to link tax authorities with the national driver registry. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The driving ban does not cancel the financial debt, which remains due including interest. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The DGPCI announced an increase in fees for driving licenses, registration certificates, and provisional circulation permits. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The new fees will take effect on September 15, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The driving license fee will increase from 89 lei to 139 lei. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The registration certificate fee will increase from 49 lei to 76 lei. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: Romanian Senate adopts new mandatory maneuvers for driving exams The Romanian Senate adopted a law requiring four mandatory maneuvers—reversing, turning, parking, and stopping—during Category B driving exams, replacing a previously proposed dedicated polygon test. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-senate-adopts-new-mandatory-maneuvers-for-driving-exams ### 2026-09-04: Romania proposes new emergency lane rules for drivers Romanian lawmakers have proposed new Senate legislation to clarify emergency lane formation rules for ambulances and police, with potential fines and license suspensions for violators. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-proposes-new-emergency-lane-rules-for-drivers ### 2026-09-03: Romanian Senate adopts stricter rules for category B driving exams The Romanian Senate has approved a draft law making four technical maneuvers—reversing, turning, parking, and stopping—mandatory for all category B driving license practical exams. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-senate-adopts-stricter-rules-for-category-b-driving-exams ### 2026-09-03: Romania implements new driving license suspension rules for unpaid fines New Romanian regulations allow for the suspension of driving licenses if traffic fines remain unpaid for 90 days, though implementation is currently stalled by a court suspension of methodological norms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-implements-new-driving-license-suspension-rules-for-unpaid-fines ### 2026-09-01: Romania Senate approves new driving exam maneuvers The Romanian Senate approved new driving exam rules requiring four mandatory maneuvers on public roads. Other updates include rising license fees and increased enforcement on major highways. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-automobile-register-clarifies-mandatory-vehicle-safety-equipment ### 2026-08-31: Romania to increase driving license and vehicle registration fees Romania will increase fees for driving licenses and vehicle registration starting September 15, 2026. New legislation also proposes penalties for drivers blocking emergency vehicle corridors. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-to-increase-driving-license-and-registration-fees-from-september-2026 ### 2026-08-26: Romania introduces driving bans for unpaid traffic fines Romania has introduced a law where unpaid traffic fines result in driving bans: one day of suspension for every 50 lei owed. The law, effective August 25, uses the PatrimVen system to enforce penalties. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-introduces-driving-bans-for-unpaid-traffic-fines ### 2026-08-24: Romania implements VAT amnesty and new driver penalty rules Romania introduces a VAT amnesty for businesses with canceled tax codes and implements new rules suspending driving licenses for unpaid traffic fines based on the amount owed. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-implements-license-suspensions-for-unpaid-traffic-fines ### 2026-08-20: Romania: Drivers may request repeat breathalyzer tests Romanian drivers can request a repeat breathalyzer test if an initial reading shows no more than 0.10 mg/l of alcohol, provided the second test occurs 15 to 20 minutes later. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-drivers-may-request-repeat-breathalyzer-tests --- Cite as: Romanian traffic law and fiscal updates. 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