The tax clearance certificate is an official document that shows the tax situation of an individual or legal entity at a certain moment. It is issued by the tax authorities and states whether there are any outstanding debts to the state budget (via ANAF) or to the local budget (via the Local Tax and Duties Directorate – DITL).
This certificate is required in many legal and administrative situations, such as selling a property, dissolving a company, participating in a public auction, or handling an inheritance. That’s why it’s good to know how to get it quickly and easily.
📌 When do you need the certificate?
The most common situations where a tax clearance certificate is requested include:
- selling a house, land, or vehicle;
- dissolving or liquidating a company;
- applying for a bank loan or obtaining an official permit;
- participating in public tenders;
- handling an inheritance;
- changing the registered office or tax domicile;
- requesting payment deferrals or suspension of enforcement measures.
🔷 Who can request the certificate?
The certificate can be requested by:
- the taxpayer themselves;
- an authorized representative;
- public institutions, where permitted by law;
- a shareholder or associate in a company (with the taxpayer’s consent);
- public notaries, in the case of inheritance proceedings.
🧾 How to get it?
Depending on the type of tax obligations, the certificate can be issued:
- by ANAF – for debts to the state budget;
- by DITL (City Hall) – for debts to the local budget.
From ANAF:
- Online: the easiest way, via the Private Virtual Space (SPV) on ANAF’s website.
- In person: by submitting a request at an ANAF office.
- By post: sending the request by registered mail.
From DITL:
- Online: if the local authority offers an electronic platform.
- In person: at the Local Tax and Duties Directorate office.
📝 What documents are needed?
👤 For individuals:
- standard application form;
- copy of ID card;
- other supporting documents, if applicable (inheritance, authorization, etc.).
🏢 For companies:
- standard application form;
- copy of tax registration certificate (CUI);
- copy of representative’s ID and power of attorney;
- balance sheet (in certain cases).
⏳ How long does it take and how long is it valid?
Issuance time:
- ANAF: up to 3 working days (or 5 days for dissolutions).
- DITL: 1–2 working days.
Validity:
- 30 calendar days, in general;
- up to 90 days for individuals without economic activities.