Uber and Bolt confirm that they ensure all their drivers in Romania comply with tax and contribution laws legitimately
In a recent response to claims made by the Romanian financial daily Ziarul Financiar, the Coalition for the Digital Economy, which includes ride-hailing and delivery companies such as Uber, Bolt, Glovo, Wolt, Bringo, and Lime, has denied allegations that their drivers avoid paying taxes and social security contributions.
According to the coalition, drivers in Romania are either registered as freelancers (PFA) or employed by alternative transport operators, ensuring full compliance with tax and social security obligations. The coalition also emphasizes that alternative transport platforms provide detailed monthly reports to authorities, including kilometers driven and driver data, to maintain transparency.
The allegations, reported by Ziarul Financiar, suggested that ride-hailing operators' drivers were avoiding taxes and social security contributions. However, the Coalition for the Digital Economy's statement emphasizes legal compliance backed by documentation and official declarations to Romanian authorities.
At present, no publicly available evidence directly disputes or confirms the coalition’s claims beyond this statement. Nevertheless, given that the coalition includes major companies responding to allegations in a reputable source, their statement reflects their official position and current reporting of compliance.
The Coalition for the Digital Economy operates in the ride-hailing and delivery sectors, aiming to promote and support the growth of the digital economy in Romania. This article provides an update on the response from the Coalition for the Digital Economy to the claims made by Ziarul Financiar.
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- The Coalition for the Digital Economy, which operates in businesses like ride-hailing and delivery, asserts that their drivers in Romania are either freelancers or employees of alternative transport companies, helping maintain compliance with tax and social security laws.
- To bolster the claims made by the Coalition for the Digital Economy, they argue that their platforms provide detailed monthly reports to authorities, incorporating data on kilometers driven and drivers, thus showcasing their dedication to transparency and adherence to the financial regulations associated with technology-based businesses.
