Update CAEN Rev. 3 and share capital 5,000 lei: obligations in 2026

The update of CAEN Rev. 3 represents one of the most important obligations for commercial companies in 2026. Along with the obligation to increase the share capital in certain situations, this amendment requires the completion of certain formalities at the Trade Register Office, within the deadlines provided by law.

1. Updating the object of activity according to CAEN Rev. 3 – deadline: September 25, 2026

Following the entry into force of the new version of the Classification of Activities in the National Economy (CAEN Rev. 3), approved by Order of the President of the National Institute of Statistics no. 377/17.04.2024, companies must update their object of activity in the trade register within 18 months from March 25, 2025.

The CAEN Rev. 3 update procedure must be completed by September 25, 2026, by submitting the necessary documentation to the Trade Registry Office.

2. Increase of the share capital to a minimum of 5,000 lei –

Companies that have registered a net turnover of over 400,000 lei are obliged to increase their share capital to a minimum of 5,000 lei by December 31, 2026 , under the conditions provided by applicable legislation.

It is advisable that these steps be prepared in advance, considering the necessary formalities and documentation that must be submitted to the Trade Register Office (as well as the delays in resolution that the Register is facing this year).

Fodor Law offers legal assistance for updating CAEN Rev. 3 and completing all formalities at the Trade Register, as well as for the share capital increase procedure, we can provide you with consultancy and representation throughout the procedure.