Driving in Romania | Mandatory Vehicle Equipment 2025

Planning a trip to Romania? Here's what your vehicle must carry to comply with local laws and avoid costly fines in 2025.

Mandatory Vehicle Equipment | Romania 2025

First-aid kit icon

First-aid kit

(DIN 13164)

Fire extinguisher icon

Fire extinguisher

Working / usable

Warning triangle icon

Warning triangle

Two warning triangles (ECE R27 approved)

Important

High-vis vest not required for cars, but mandatory for vehicles over 3.5t. Romanian regulation reference: Minister of Health Order 623/1999

Motorcycles in Romania What's required since 2024?

Since 2024, no equipment is required for motorcycles — only helmet and legal documents. First-aid kit and triangle are no longer mandatory.

First-aid Kit in Romania What must a kit include?

  • Disinfectant, bandages, plasters
  • Gloves, CPR mask/valve, foil blanket
  • Scissors, pins, and must be packed in a hard, sealed box

Check expiry dates — expired kits and extinguishers are treated as missing.

Child Seats in Romania When and where must they be used?

Required for children under 150 cm and under 12 years. Must be used on rear seats only.

Recommended Equipment

  • Spare wheel + tools (jack, wrench)
  • Tow rope, jumper cables
  • Engine oil, washer fluid, brake fluid
  • Hi-vis vest (kept in cabin)
  • Snow chains, ice scraper, charger, antifreeze, sand (winter)

Romanian police advise keeping a vest accessible for emergencies, especially at night or in fog.

Mountain roads are remote and weather can change quickly. Earthquakes are also possible — be ready.

Tip

Slovak car kits include most of this by default. Bring your full set to avoid issues.

Fines

Missing equipment: 810–1012.5 RON (~€163–203)

Mandatory Documents | Romania

  • Valid ID or passport
  • Driving licence
  • Vehicle registration (with valid inspection)
  • Insurance certificate (OC)
  • Proof of toll payment (e-vignette)

Reminder

If you're not sure about the exact requirements - check the romanian government website for more details.

Tourist Registration

By law, all visitors must be registered in Romania:

  • Hotels/campsites report guests automatically
  • Private hosts should register you with local authorities

Key Traffic Rules | Romania

  • Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants
  • Alcohol limit: 0.0‰
  • Headlights required outside urban areas 24/7; inside cities only at night or in bad weather
  • Hands-free only for phones
  • Children under 12 must travel in rear seats
  • Motorcycles: dipped headlights required at all times
  • Radar detectors allowed (if not jamming police systems)
  • Active radar jammers are banned and a serious offence

Don't Risk a Fine!

Lack of correct vignette may result in high fines. Buy romanian vignettes and enjoy hassle-free journey. You'll receive payment confirmation via e-mail.

Romania by car | Summary

Romania requires a first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and two warning triangles. Children must ride in proper seats (rear only under 12), and an e-vignette is mandatory. Check expiry dates to avoid fines.

Have a safe journey!