911
Activities of libraries
Includes all activities carried out by libraries, regardless of their type (public, university, school, specialized), including the loan of books, periodicals, audio-video and digital materials, as well as information and documentation services for users.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 911 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on activities of libraries. 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 911 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.
Activities in the library sector, classified under NACE code 911, represent an essential pillar of the cultural and educational infrastructure in Romania.
Although it may seem like a niche within a niche, this field encompasses a wide range of services, from local public libraries to large university and national libraries. In the macroeconomic context, libraries are not just book repositories, but also resource centers for information, research, and continuing education.
In recent years, digitalization has profoundly transformed the way these institutions operate, moving from physical collections to online platforms, digital databases, and e-learning services. This evolution has opened new opportunities for entrepreneurs who wish to offer related services, such as digitalization consulting, collection management, or user training.
However, challenges are not lacking. Adequate funding remains a chronic issue, especially for small libraries in rural areas. Also, attracting qualified personnel capable of managing both traditional collections and digital resources is a constant difficulty. Additionally, competition from commercial information and entertainment platforms forces libraries to constantly reinvent themselves.
Nevertheless, the social role of libraries as spaces for digital inclusion, literacy, and free access to culture remains irreplaceable. For entrepreneurs operating in this sector, the key to success lies in adaptability, cooperation with local authorities, and investment in digital innovation.
Included Activities
- ✅ Management of libraries of all types
- ✅ Lending and consultation of books, periodicals, discs, tapes, works of art, etc.
- ✅ Organization of specialized collections
- ✅ Information and documentation services
- ✅ Archiving and conservation activities of library materials
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Rental of videogames and DVDs
- ❌ Activities of museums of all types
- ❌ Historical archiving activities
- ❌ Activities of bookshops and antiquarian bookstores
- ❌ Publishing and printing activities
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From the same category of economic activities:
Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 911?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "activities of libraries" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 911?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 911. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.