EU funding for foreign-owned companies.
Foreign-owned Romanian companies have FULL ACCESS to all EU funding programs. This is a massive, often overlooked advantage of establishing a Romanian entity.
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When you register a company in Romania — even if 100% foreign-owned — that company is a Romanian legal entity with full access to all national and EU funding programs. The same Start-Up Nation grant available to a Romanian entrepreneur is available to you. The same PNRR digitalization funding. The same Modernization Fund energy grants. Most foreign investors don't realize this until we tell them.
Available programmes.
Start-Up Nation
Up to €50,000 for new businesses. Covers equipment, software, website, marketing, inventory.
Learn more →Regional Operational Programs
50–70% co-financing for SME investments in equipment, technology, and infrastructure.
Learn more →PNRR Digitalization
Grants for digital transformation, e-commerce, ERP systems, and automation.
Learn more →Digital Europe
EU-wide program for AI, cybersecurity, advanced digital skills, and digital capacity.
Learn more →Horizon Europe
R&D grants for innovation projects, collaborative research, and technology development.
Learn more →AFIR
Agricultural and rural development funding including processing, infrastructure, and diversification.
Learn more →Modernization Fund
€6B+ for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and industrial modernization.
Learn more →For complete funding services, see our Capital & Funding service page.
Frequently asked questions.
Can a foreign-owned company apply for Romanian EU funds?
Yes, absolutely. A company registered in Romania (SRL, SA, branch) has the same access to EU funding programs as a Romanian-owned company, regardless of shareholder nationality. This is one of the most overlooked advantages of establishing a Romanian entity.
What about companies with foreign parents?
Subsidiaries of foreign companies are fully eligible. However, some programs have restrictions on enterprise size that consider the parent company (SME status). We evaluate this during our eligibility assessment.
Can I apply for funding while registering my company?
Some programs require the company to be registered before application. Others allow applications during the registration process. We advise on optimal timing based on your specific situation and target programs.
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