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Romania social security contributions

Social security contributions in Romania (as of March 2013)

 

Social Security ContributionEmployer contributionEmployee contribution
State sponsored social security (CAS) - pension20.80%10.50%
Social health insurance5.20%5.50%
Unemployment insurance0.50%0.50%
Sick leave and disability contribution0.85% 
Occupational injuries and illness insurance*0.15% 
Bankruptcy insurance0.25% 
Commission of the Territory Employment Inspectorate **0.25% 
 28.00%16.50%

 * Rate varies between 0.15 and 0.85 %

** Rate varies between 0.25 and 0.75 %

 

In Romania, minimum wage is approximately 190 EUR (850 RON) gross per month and will be 200 EUR (900 RON) in july 2014.

Income tax is withheld at source at a rate of 16%.