✈️ Heading to Romania? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in Romania, or can I use my card everywhere?
Most places take cards, however smaller shops may require cash. Make sure you always carry some on you.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Romanian leu. The symbol is lei or RON.
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community has reported free withdrawals at these ATMs.
- Banca Transilvania
- BCR Bank
- BRD Bank/BRD-GSG Bank
- ING
- OTP Bank
- Raiffeisen
The bunq community has reported additional fee's for withdrawals at these ATMs.
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
250 RON should be enough for a few days, since you can use your card for nearly everything.
💳 Should I choose local currency or Euros when paying?
If you're asked to choose between local currency and Euros, always choose local currency.
That way bunq does the conversion for you, and you get to take advantage of the best rates with bunq ZeroFX.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
All EU mobile plans should let you roam for free.
If you don't have an EU plan, you can learn about your local SIM card options here.
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
It is common to leave a 5-10% tip.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€1,30
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€5,30
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
112
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard European plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well here.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
Try Palinka, a traditional fruit brandy.
Travel Perks
🎢 Visit famous attractions with 10% off
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If you've been to Romania 🇷🇴 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
