61
Telecommunications activities
This category includes telecommunications activities via cable, fiber optics, wireless or satellite, including telephony, internet and data transmissions. If you offer connectivity or electronic communication services to clients, this is your CAEN code.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 61 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on telecommunications activities. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 61 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Telecommunications - The Backbone of the Digital Economy
Telecommunications represent the backbone of the modern digital economy, and CAEN division 61 covers a wide range of services essential for national and global connectivity. In Romania, this sector has experienced a spectacular evolution in recent decades, moving from analog fixed telephony networks to state-of-the-art fiber optics and 5G infrastructures. According to INS data, the sector's contribution to GDP is significant, and the broadband internet penetration rate has exceeded 80% in urban areas, placing Romania among European leaders in connection speed.
From a macroeconomic perspective, telecommunications are a driver of innovation, facilitating the development of e-commerce, digital financial services, and online education. Entrepreneurs operating in this sphere face major challenges: massive investments in infrastructure, intense competition in the market, and strict regulations imposed by ANCOM and European legislation on data protection and net neutrality. Moreover, the migration towards next-generation technologies, such as 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT), requires continuous adaptation and significant capital for equipment upgrades.
Despite these obstacles, the sector offers vast opportunities for entrepreneurs who find innovative solutions in areas such as cybersecurity, cloud communication services, or integrated solutions for smart cities. Therefore, CAEN division 61 not only supports the country's digital infrastructure but also represents fertile ground for economic growth and technological development.
Included Activities
- ✅ Fixed and mobile telephony activities
- ✅ Internet access services via cable, fiber optics, wireless
- ✅ Data and message transmission (SMS, MMS)
- ✅ Operation of telecommunications networks
- ✅ Satellite communication services
- ✅ Call center and help desk services
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Manufacture of telecommunications equipment (included in manufacturing industry)
- ❌ Radio and television broadcasting activities (CAEN 60)
- ❌ Web hosting and cloud computing services (CAEN 63)
- ❌ News agency activities
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Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 61?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "telecommunications activities" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 61?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 61. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.