How to calculate the appeal deadline in Romania: 30 days from communication
The appeal deadline is 30 days from communication of the written judgment, not from pronouncement. Guide: when it starts, non-working day rule and consequences of missing it.
11.11.2024 Updated: 26.10.2026
Appeal deadline calculation in Romania
Under art. 468 para. 1 NCPC, the appeal deadline is 30 days from communication of the written judgment: not from pronouncement. Day of communication = day zero; 30th day is counted. If the 30th day falls on a weekend or public holiday, the deadline extends to the next working day (art. 181-182 NCPC). Use the procedural terms calculator. Late appeals are rejected (art. 185 NCPC). Reinstatement possible within 15 days of the obstacle ceasing (art. 186 NCPC).
General information only; this does not constitute legal advice. Data sourced from portal.just.ro.
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From communication of the written reasoned judgment. Pronouncement produces the ruling but does not start the appeal deadline.
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