No, 35% window tint is illegal in Romania under Ordinul nr. 1.193/2015 issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The regulation mandates a minimum 70% light transmittance (VLT) for front side windows, effectively barring any tint below 30% VLT. Police enforce this via roadside checks, with fines up to €130 and mandatory tint removal. Vehicles registered post-2020 face stricter scrutiny under EU vehicle lighting directives.
Key Regulations for 35% Window Tint in Romania
- Front Side Windows: Must allow ≥70% light transmittance (≤30% tint). 35% tint violates this threshold.
- Windshield: No tinting permitted except for a non-reflective strip ≤10cm at the top.
- Rear Windows: Permitted only if the vehicle has side mirrors on both sides, but must still comply with VLT standards.
The Inspectoratul General al Poliției Române conducts periodic compliance campaigns, with 2026 marking intensified enforcement under Romania’s EU presidency road safety initiatives. Medical exemptions require prior approval from the Direcția de Sănătate Publică, but these are rare and strictly documented. Aftermarket tinting voids manufacturer warranties and may invalidate insurance claims in accident disputes.