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Q: At an unmarked intersection where no traffic signs are present, who has the right of way?

The vehicle coming from the right. In Romania, at unmarked intersections the priority-from-the-right rule applies. The vehicle approaching from the right always has priority.

Q: You are driving on a secondary road and approaching an intersection with a main road (drum cu prioritate). What must you do?

Yield to all traffic on the main road before entering. Vehicles on a main road (drum cu prioritate) always have right of way over vehicles coming from secondary roads. You must yield and wait for a safe gap.

Q: A tram is approaching an intersection at the same time as your car. Who has priority?

The tram always has priority unless a traffic light indicates otherwise. In Romania, trams always have priority over other vehicles unless a traffic light specifically indicates otherwise. This is a fundamental rule of Romanian traffic law.

Q: You are entering a roundabout in Romania. Who has priority?

Vehicles already inside the roundabout have priority. In Romanian roundabouts, you must yield to traffic that is already circulating inside the roundabout. Always check for vehicles coming from your left before entering.

Q: An emergency vehicle with flashing lights and siren is approaching from behind. What should you do?

Pull over to the right side of the road and stop to let it pass. Emergency vehicles using their lights and sirens have absolute priority. You must immediately move to the right and stop to let them pass safely.

Q: Why does Romania have the highest road death rate in the EU?

Romania's rate of 68 deaths per million (2025) is driven by several factors: limited motorway network forcing traffic onto dangerous two-lane national roads, poor road surface conditions, horse-drawn carts and pedestrians on national roads, aggressive driving culture, and lower seatbelt compliance in rural areas. Despite improvements (down from 1,864 in 2019 to 1,293 in 2025), the rate remains above the EU average of 46.

Q: What is the penalty point system in Romania?

Romania uses an accumulation system where each penalty point has a monetary value of ~202.5 RON. Drivers accumulate points for infractions. Reaching 15 points within 6 months triggers licence suspension. To recover the licence, you must retake the theory exam. A 50% early payment discount on fines is available if paid within 15 days.

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Test Questions

26

Pass Mark

22/26

Minimum Age

18

License Fee

~1,600 RON (~€324)

Source: DGPCI · Last updated: 2026-03-15

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Emergency Numbers

General Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance)112

ACR Roadside Assistance (Automobil Clubul Român)9271

Speed Limits

Localitate (Built-up area) — Same for all drivers

Drum național (Rural road) — Novice: 70 km/h

Drum expres (Expressway) — Novice: 100 km/h

Autostradă (Motorway) — Novice: 110 km/h — Rovinieta required

Road Hazards

Horse-drawn carts (căruțe) are common on rural roads, especially in Moldavia and Transylvania region…

Stray dogs remain a hazard on rural and semi-urban roads — can suddenly dart into traffic, requiring…

Many national and county roads have poor surface conditions with potholes, uneven patches, and missi…

Dense fog is frequent in Carpathian mountain passes and valleys, especially autumn and spring — visi…

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How much does a driving licence cost in Romania?

The total cost for a Category B (car) licence is typically 3,100–4,700 RON (~€620–940). This includes: medical + psychological exam 250–400 RON, driving school 2,700–3,800 RON, and licence fee 89 RON. Costs vary by city, with Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca being the most expensive.

What is the Romanian theory test format?

The DGPCI theory exam for Category B has 26 multiple-choice questions, each with 3 answer variants. Crucially, 1, 2, or all 3 answers may be correct per question — you must select ALL correct answers. You need 22/26 correct (85%) to pass. Total time: 30 minutes. The exam is electronic and administered at county DGPCI offices.

What is the BAC (blood alcohol) limit in Romania?

Romania enforces ZERO alcohol tolerance (0.00% BAC) for ALL drivers — the strictest in Europe. Any detectable alcohol is an offence. BAC 0.01–0.80 g/L: administrative offence with fines and 90-day licence suspension. Above 0.80 g/L: CRIMINAL offence carrying 1–5 years imprisonment. Romania is one of only 5 EU countries with zero tolerance.

Why does Romania have the highest road death rate in the EU?

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