How to Receive AUD Payments in Romania as a Freelancer
Receiving Australian Dollar from international clients in Romania? Your bank's SWIFT conversion typically costs 0.5–1% below mid-market below the mid-market rate. Using Wise or Payoneer can reduce that to 0.3–0.5% total (Wise works well in Romania) — saving A$10–50 per A$1,000 received.
Best platform FX
0.3–0.5% total (Wise works well in Romania)
Bank SWIFT cost
0.5–1% below mid-market
Saving per A$1,000
≈A$5–25
Cost comparison
On a A$1,000 invoice: using Wise saves approximately A$8–20 vs a standard bank wire conversion.
Best platforms to receive AUD in Romania
Ranked by total cost: FX conversion + transfer fee + withdrawal speed.
Payoneer
The freelancer's default — deeply integrated with Upwork, Fiverr, Amazon, and 2,000+ platforms.
Airwallex
Low FX margins and multi-currency accounts designed for businesses with global payment flows.
Regulations for receiving AUD in Romania
EU member — no foreign currency restrictions. Romanian freelancers can invoice clients directly. Micro-enterprise tax regime (1% on revenue up to RON 500,000) popular for freelancers.
Tax on AUD income in Romania
Foreign currency income is taxable in Romania. EU member — no foreign currency restrictions. Romanian freelancers can invoice clients directly. Micro-enterprise tax regime (1% on revenue up to RON 500,000) popular for freelancers.
Not tax advice. Consult a local tax professional for current requirements.