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Purchase a Ready-Made Company in Romania

Shelf company acquisition — existing registration · immediate operational start · 7–10 day transfer

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A ready-made company — also known as a shelf company — is a pre-registered Romanian SRL (Societate cu Răspundere Limitată) that has never conducted any business activity. It holds a valid registration number at the Romanian Trade Register (ONRC), an existing tax identification number (CUI) and a complete set of incorporation documents, but has no trading history, liabilities, employees or bank accounts.

Ownership is transferred to the new buyer through a share transfer process coordinated by Romania For Business SRL. After transfer, the company can begin operating immediately under the new owner’s name and management.

Operational in 7–10 working days

A shelf company transfer is faster than fresh incorporation. Once due diligence is complete and transfer documents are signed, the change of ownership is registered at the Trade Register in 7–10 working days — and the company is immediately ready to operate.

When Does a Ready-Made Company Make Sense?

Most international founders register a new SRL — it is simpler, cheaper and fully customised to their needs. A shelf company is the better choice in a specific set of circumstances:

Choose a shelf company when…

  • You need to present an established registration date to a bank, investor or tender authority
  • Speed is critical — you need the company operational within 10 days
  • You want an existing CUI number for a contract or partnership that requires it
  • You plan to apply for VAT registration immediately and want a company with a longer registered history
  • You are acquiring an operational target alongside the shelf entity

Choose fresh incorporation when…

  • You want a fully customised company name
  • Cost is a priority — fresh incorporation is significantly cheaper
  • You have 2–4 weeks before you need to operate
  • You have specific share capital, ownership or governance requirements
  • No historical registration date advantage is needed

New Company vs Ready-Made Company — Comparison

Factor New SRL formation Ready-made company
Time to operational status 5–15 working days 7–10 working days
Cost Lower (~€700–1,500) Higher (~€3,000–4,000)
Company name ✓ Fully chosen by you Existing (can be changed)
Registration date Current date ✓ Historical — existing date
Prior activity / liabilities ✓ None — clean start Must be verified (due diligence)
Customisation (activities, capital) ✓ Full control at setup ✓ Amendable post-transfer
Suitable for tenders requiring history ✗ New company — no history ✓ Existing registration
Suitable for immediate VAT registration Standard process ✓ Established history can help
Share capital flexibility ✓ Set by founder Existing — can be amended
Due diligence required ✗ Not needed ✓ Required before purchase

Due Diligence Before Acquisition

Before any shelf company is offered to a buyer, Romania For Business SRL conducts a thorough due diligence review to confirm the company is genuinely clean — no activity, no debts, no employees, no pending proceedings and no outstanding obligations. This verification is included in the acquisition package and is a mandatory first step in every transfer.

Check What we verify Source
Trade Register extract (ONRC) Company status, registration date, current ownership, any registered pledges or restrictions ONRC public register
ANAF tax authority check No outstanding tax liabilities, penalties or enforcement proceedings; tax compliance history ANAF public portal
Court registry check No pending or active litigation, insolvency proceedings or court-ordered restrictions on the company ECRIS / BPI register
UBO declaration Beneficial owner declaration filed and current; no discrepancies in ownership information Trade Register UBO file
Social security / REVISAL check No registered employees or social contribution obligations outstanding REVISAL employee register
Bank account status Confirmation that no bank accounts are active with outstanding obligations Client / seller declaration
Registered activities (CAEN) Activities registered are confirmed as matching the intended scope or can be amended post-transfer Trade Register extract
Legal address Lease for legal address is valid at transfer date; renewal terms confirmed Lease agreement review
Never purchase a shelf company without verified due diligence

Even companies described as ‘clean’ by a seller should be independently verified before transfer. Romania For Business SRL confirms the clean status of every company from authoritative public registers before any transfer proceeds. We do not proceed with a transfer until all checks are clear.

How the Shelf Company Transfer Process Works

The transfer follows a structured process managed by Romania For Business SRL. The buyer does not need to visit Romania — the transfer can be completed remotely using a notarised power of attorney or EU qualified electronic signature.

01

Consultation & company selection

02

Due diligence checks completed

03

Transfer documents prepared

04

Documents signed by buyer & seller

05

ONRC filing — change of ownership

06

New registration certificate issued

07

Director change & UBO updated

08

Company operational under new owner

After the new registration certificate is issued in the buyer’s name, the company can begin operating, open a bank account and start trading. ANAF notification of the change of ownership is handled by our team as part of the transfer package.

PURCHASE OF A READY-MADE (SHELF) COMPANY IN ROMANIA

3,500 EUR
all-inclusive

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Pre-registered Romanian SRL with clean status (no prior activity, debts or employees)
  • Full due diligence verification — Trade Register, ANAF, court registry and UBO register checks
  • Share transfer agreement prepared in Romanian and English
  • New director appointment documentation
  • Trade Register filing for change of ownership (ONRC)
  • Updated beneficial owner (UBO) declaration
  • New registration certificate issued in buyer’s name
  • Company name change (optional — coordinated as part of transfer)
  • Updated CAEN codes / business activities (if required)
  • Virtual office / legal address in Bucharest for 1 year
  • Full bilingual document package delivered digitally after transfer

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

  • VAT registration (national or EU/VIES) + €150
  • Additional shareholder due diligence (per person) + €100
  • Bank account opening coordination + €300
  • EORI number registration + €200
  • Personal NIF tax ID for new shareholder / director + €300
  • Apostille of transfer documents (country dependent) on request
  • Legal address renewal (year 2 onwards) from €210/yr
  • Accounting setup & first-month onboarding on request

Fees may be subject to Romanian VAT. Price confirmed in writing before engagement begins. Applies to transfer to a single individual buyer — contact us for corporate buyers or multiple shareholders.

Shelf Company Transfer Timeline — Stage by Stage

Stage Typical duration Notes
Initial consultation & company selection 1–2 working days We identify suitable clean companies from available inventory
Due diligence checks 2–3 working days ONRC, ANAF, court registry, UBO and REVISAL checks completed
Due diligence report delivered to buyer Same day as completion Written confirmation of clean status provided before any payment
Transfer documents prepared 1–2 working days Share transfer agreement, director appointment, PoA prepared (bilingual)
Buyer signs documents Client-dependent Remote (notarised PoA or EU e-signature) or in person in Romania
Seller signs transfer agreement 1–2 working days Coordinated by Romania For Business SRL
ONRC filing — change of ownership Day of receipt Filed immediately once all signed documents are received
Trade Register processing 3–5 working days Standard ONRC processing time from filing date
New registration certificate issued Day of approval Company is now legally owned and managed by the buyer
ANAF notification & document handover 1–2 working days Full bilingual document package delivered digitally

Total typical transfer timeline: 7–10 working days from due diligence completion to registration certificate in buyer’s name.

Timeline assumes remote signing via notarised PoA. In-person signing in Romania reduces total timeline by eliminating courier transit time.

What Can Be Changed After the Transfer?

A shelf company can be fully adapted to the buyer’s requirements. The following changes can be made as part of the transfer process or immediately afterwards — all coordinated by Romania For Business SRL.

What can be changed When Notes
Company name As part of transfer or shortly after New name subject to availability check at ONRC
Registered business activities (CAEN codes) As part of transfer or anytime after Multiple codes can be added; some require licences
Legal address / registered office Immediately after transfer New lease or virtual office arrangement required
Directors (administrators) As part of transfer Old director replaced; new director appointed simultaneously
Shareholders / ownership structure Transfer IS the ownership change Additional changes possible after transfer via further filings
Share capital After transfer — separate filing Increase requires shareholders’ resolution + Trade Register filing
Articles of Association After transfer Can be fully restated to reflect buyer’s preferences
Tax regime Confirmed at first tax filing Microenterprise or standard CIT — adviser confirms appropriate regime

Frequently Asked Questions — Ready-Made Companies in Romania

A ready-made (shelf) company is a pre-registered Romanian SRL that has never conducted any business activity. It has an existing Trade Register number, CUI tax ID and incorporation documents, but no trading history, liabilities or employees. Ownership is transferred to the buyer through a share transfer filing at the Trade Register.

Transfer of ownership is typically completed within 7–10 working days from the point due diligence is confirmed clean and transfer documents are signed. Once the new registration certificate is issued in your name, the company can begin operating immediately.

Yes — every shelf company we offer has passed a full due diligence review covering the Trade Register, ANAF (tax authority), court registries, the UBO register and the employee register (REVISAL). A written due diligence report is provided to the buyer before any payment is made. We do not proceed with a transfer unless all checks are clear.

Yes. A name change is a standard Trade Register amendment that can be coordinated as part of or immediately after the transfer. The new name is subject to availability at ONRC.

Yes. CAEN codes can be added, changed or removed at any time through a Trade Register filing. We can coordinate this as part of the transfer or afterwards. Some activities (financial services, gambling, transport, etc.) require separate licences — our team will flag any that apply to your plans.

A shelf company carries an existing registration date and a ready-to-use legal identity — both of which have commercial value for clients who need to present an established company or move quickly. The cost also reflects the original formation, maintenance and due diligence work carried out before sale. Fresh incorporation is the right choice if cost is the priority and you have 2–4 weeks before you need to operate.

No. The transfer can be completed remotely using a notarised power of attorney or an EU qualified electronic signature — the same remote options available for fresh company formation. A visit to Romania is only required if you wish to open a traditional bank account in person.

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of Romanian SRL companies. A single foreign individual or a foreign company can be the sole shareholder after transfer. The transfer process is the same regardless of the buyer’s nationality.

After the new registration certificate is issued, the next steps are: open a bank account and transfer share capital (within 60 days); engage a Romanian accountant for ongoing compliance; hire a first employee if using the microenterprise tax regime (within 30 days); and update any CAEN codes or Articles of Association to match your business. Our team can connect you with accounting partners.