The Federation of Romanian Tourism Employers (FPTR) has officially requested the Government to maintain and recalibrate the holiday voucher system, arguing that these represent an essential tool for stimulating domestic tourism and increasing fiscalized consumption. During a meeting with representatives of the Ministry of Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism, the federation’s leadership emphasized that these vouchers should not be viewed as a simple salary benefit, but as a public social protection policy that ensures the active population’s access to tourism services.
According to the legal framework for 2026 established by Law no. 141/2025, personnel in public institutions with net salaries up to approximately EUR 1,176.82 (RON 6,000) will benefit from holiday vouchers in an annual amount of EUR 156.91 (RON 800). The same limit of EUR 156.91 is provided for the reimbursement of tourism services intended for personnel in the defense and public order sectors. In the private sector, the legislation allows employers to grant vouchers up to a maximum of six gross minimum salaries per year for each employee.
Reprezentanții FPTR au atras atenția asupra lipsei de predictibilitate, criticând modificările legislative frecvente privind eligibilitatea și valorile acordate, care afectează stabilitatea operatorilor economici și a beneficiarilor. Datele unui studiu realizat de Academia de Studii Economice (ASE) susțin relevanța economică a programului, indicând faptul că fiecare EUR cheltuit prin vouchere generează 0,36 EUR în sectorul HoReCa și 0,78 EUR venituri la bugetul de stat. Patronatele avertizează că eliminarea acestui sprijin ar avea un impact negativ imediat asupra gradului de ocupare și a investițiilor din turismul românesc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for holiday vouchers in 2026?
Public sector employees with net salaries under 6,000 RON are eligible, as well as private sector employees whose employers choose to offer this benefit within legal limits.
What is the value of holiday vouchers for public employees in 2026?
According to Law 141/2025, the annual amount for eligible public sector employees is 800 RON (approximately 157 EUR).
What is the economic impact of the holiday voucher program?
A study by the Academy of Economic Studies (ASE) shows that every Euro spent via vouchers generates 0.36 EUR in the HoReCa sector and 0.78 EUR in state budget revenue.