How to Redirect 3.5% of Your Tax for a Good Cause — Step-by-Step Guide

Did you know you can turn a portion of the tax you already pay to the state into a gesture of hope? By redirecting 3.5% of your income tax, you contribute directly to life-changing programs — without spending an extra leu from your pocket.

Every year, millions of lei remain unclaimed because people don't know how simple the process is. This guide shows you exactly how it works, step by step, and how you can complete form 230 in less than 5 minutes.

What does redirecting 3.5% of your tax mean?

Redirecting 3.5% is a legal mechanism by which any individual in Romania can allocate a portion of their already paid income tax to a non-profit organization. You don't pay anything extra — it's about money the state collects from you anyway.

By completing form 230, you tell ANAF: "From my tax, I want 3.5% to go to this organization." The state transfers the amount directly to the chosen NGO.

Why 3.5% and not another amount?

The 3.5% percentage is set by law (Fiscal Code, art. 123^1). This represents the maximum amount you can redirect from income tax on salaries, pensions, or self-employment activities.

Important: If you do not complete form 230, those 3.5% remain in the state's general budget. You do not get the money back — it is spent anyway. The only difference is who decides where it goes: you or the public administration.

How to complete form 230 — Step by step

Step 1: Prepare the necessary data

You need:

·        Your CNP (Personal Numeric Code)

·        The NGO's details to which you are redirecting (official name, tax code)

·        Signature (physical or electronic)

For Prison Fellowship Romania Foundation, the details are:

·        Name: Prison Fellowship Romania Foundation

·        Tax code: 4890211

Step 2: Complete form 230

You have three options:

Option A — Online on the PFR website (fastest)
Access the redirection page on pfr.ro and complete the digital form. It takes less than 2 minutes, and PFR handles sending the documents to ANAF.

Option B — Download the PDF form
Download form 230 from the ANAF website or pfr.ro, fill it in manually, and send it to your local tax administration.

Option C — Through your employer
Some companies facilitate the internal process. Ask your HR department if they offer this possibility.

Step 3: Submit the form

The completed form is submitted to ANAF using one of the following methods:

·        Online: Through SPV (Virtual Private Space) on the ANAF website

·        Email: To the address of the local financial administration

·        Mail: With delivery confirmation

·        In person: At the ANAF desk

Step 4: Confirmation

After submission, ANAF processes the request and transfers the amount to the organization. You do not receive a separate notification, but you can check on SPV that the form has been registered.

What is the deadline?

Form 230 is submitted annually, usually by May 25th for income from the previous year. The exact deadline may vary slightly from year to year — check the ANAF website or pfr.ro for the updated date.

Tip: Complete the form as early as possible. Many people procrastinate and forget, and the money remains unclaimed.

What happens to your money at PFR?

At Prison Fellowship Romania Foundation, 100% of every donation goes directly to beneficiaries. Funds from the 3.5% redirection contribute to:

·        450+ warm meals daily through the Hope Kitchen;

·        Support for 18,000+ children with parents in detention and children from disadvantaged backgrounds, through the Angels' Network;

·        Rehabilitation programs in 34 prisons, which reduce recidivism to ~15% (compared to the national average of 40-50%);

·        Social reintegration through the Inclusion Center, with a success rate of 65-70%;

·        Community assistance for 120,000+ vulnerable people annually.

Every leu is documented and publicly reported. PFR undergoes an independent external audit annually.

How much is 3.5% of your tax worth?

To give you an idea:

Impact perspective:

·        30 LEI = 1 hot meal for a person in need

·        50 LEI = 1 child ready for school with supplies

·        100 LEI = 2 children supported for a school year

·        168 LEI (salary 4,000 LEI) = 5 hot meals or 3 children with school supplies

These are funds you pay anyway. You make the difference — through 2 minutes and a form.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay anything extra if I redirect 3.5%?

No. Redirection does not add anything to your tax. It's about a portion of the already calculated and withheld tax.

Can I redirect if I am a pensioner?

Yes. Pensioners can redirect 3.5% of their pension tax, provided the pension exceeds the tax threshold.

Can I redirect 3.5% and 20% simultaneously?

Yes, but they are different mechanisms. 3.5% applies to individuals (income tax), and 20% applies to companies (profit tax). If you are both an employee and a shareholder, you can use both mechanisms.

What happens if I redirected to another NGO last year?

Each year is independent. You can choose another NGO or stay with the same one. The form is completed annually.

Is Form 230 confidential?

Yes. Your personal data is protected by ANAF in accordance with GDPR legislation. The beneficiary organization receives the amount, not your personal data (unless you optionally fill in the contact section).

Make a difference in 2 minutes

Redirecting 3.5% is the simplest gesture with the greatest impact. It costs you nothing, takes a few minutes, and transforms tax into hope for thousands of people.

At Prison Fellowship Romania Foundation, for over 30 years, we have been breaking the vicious cycle of crime and poverty. With your support, we continue to provide hot meals, gifts for invisible children, rehabilitation programs, and a second chance to those who need it most.

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This article is for informational purposes. For updated details on ANAF deadlines and procedures, consult the official website anaf.ro. Data about PFR is verified and comes from the organization's public reports.