National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF): Romania's Revenue Service

National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF)

The National Agency for Fiscal Administration, known in Romanian as Agenția Națională de Administrare Fiscală (ANAF), serves as the primary revenue service for the Government of Romania. Operating as the central authority for tax collection and fiscal oversight, ANAF ensures that the state's financial obligations are met to support public infrastructure and services.

Agency Origins and Governance

ANAF was officially established on October 1, 2003, under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Public Finance. While its legal formation occurred in late 2003, the agency became fully operational in January 2004. Today, it functions as a subordinate body of the Ministry of Finance.

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Leadership and Administration

The agency is managed by a structured executive team responsible for the strategic direction of Romania's fiscal policies. The current leadership includes:

  • President: Adrian Nicușor Nica
  • Vice Presidents: Ionuț Aurică and Gabriela Florentina Ionescu
  • General Secretary: Dragoș Ionuț Bănescu

The agency operates under the responsibility of Minister Alexandru Nazare and is headquartered at Str. Apolodor no. 17, Sector 5, Bucharest.

Operational Impact and Performance

To understand the scale of ANAF's operations, historical data provides a glimpse into its capacity for enforcement and revenue generation. In 2009, the agency employed a total of 31,281 staff members across its various subordinate structures.

During that same year, the authority conducted extensive fiscal audits to ensure compliance. These included 29,000 inspections targeting individuals and 83,000 inspections targeting companies. These enforcement actions were highly effective, contributing an additional 5.8 billion leu to the national budget.

Key Facts

  • Established: October 1, 2003 (Operational since January 2004).
  • Parent Organization: Ministry of Finance.
  • Headquarters: Bucharest, Romania.
  • Primary Role: Revenue service for the Romanian Government.
  • 2009 Workforce: 31,281 employees.
  • 2009 Budget Contribution: 5.8 billion leu via inspections.

Summary of Agency Details

Overview of the National Agency for Fiscal Administration
Category Details
Official Name Agenția Națională de Administrare Fiscală (ANAF)
Jurisdiction Romania
Headquarters Address Str. Apolodor no. 17, Sector 5, Bucharest - 050741
Official Website https://www.anaf.ro
Responsible Minister Alexandru Nazare

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ANAF?

ANAF is the National Agency for Fiscal Administration, which acts as the official revenue service for the Government of Romania.

When did ANAF start operating?

The agency was formed on October 1, 2003, and became fully operational in January 2004.

Which ministry oversees ANAF?

ANAF is a parent agency under the Ministry of Finance.

How many inspections did ANAF perform in 2009?

In 2009, ANAF carried out 29,000 inspections on individuals and 83,000 inspections on companies.

Who is the current President of ANAF?

The President of the National Agency for Fiscal Administration is Adrian Nicușor Nica.

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