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Deposit return in Romania

Check the on-pack identifier before travelling. Only containers covered by this system and meeting its condition rules are eligible for a refund.

PACKAGE LABEL GUIDE

How to identify eligible containers

Look for the “Ambalaj cu garantie” symbol. It is the key visual indicator that the package belongs to Romania’s SGR.

What to look for
AMBALAJ CU GARANTIE · 0,50 RON
Where it appears
The symbol and the dedicated SGR barcode are printed on the package label.

This is a simplified recognition reference. The RetuRO specification provides the exact protected artwork.

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Illustrative beverage package showing where to find the deposit identifier in Romania
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All eligible DRS packagingRON 0.50

Eligible scope

Marked non-refillable glass, plastic and metal beverage packaging from 0.1 to 3 litres.

Common exclusions

Packaging without the Romanian DRS mark.

How to return

Return to automatic or manual retailer return points; a receipt is not required.

  1. Find the identifier shown above or the applicable refund wording on the package.
  2. Return empty packaging with the DRS symbol and barcode visible, without flattening it.
  3. Confirm the selected return point before travelling.

Official sources

Checked 2026-08-12