Romania Mobile Subscriptions
Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 people IT.CEL.SETS.P2
Romania's mobile subscriptions was 126.72 in 2025, ranked 76th globally. This represents a 2.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Romania's mobile subscriptions stood at 126.72 in 2025, a rise of +3.46 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 126.72 by 2025. Romania ranked 76th globally.
Romania's mobile subscription landscape has undergone significant transformation since its inception. With no mobile subscriptions in 1992, the country began its journey from scratch, reaching an all-time high of 126.72 subscriptions per 100 people by 2025. This growth pattern closely mirrors that of its peer country, Trinidad and Tobago, which also boasts a comparable mobile subscription rate. Romania's mobile penetration has expanded steadily over the years, with a remarkable increase of 126.72 subscriptions per 100 people in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's digital connectivity journey. Notably, Romania's mobile subscription rate has outpaced many of its European counterparts, including Finland, which lags behind with a rate of 126.65 subscriptions per 100 people. As Romania continues to expand its digital infrastructure, further investments in telecommunications and technological advancements are likely to drive mobile subscriptions even higher, potentially surpassing those of its peer countries, and cementing Romania's position as a leader in digital connectivity in the region.
Data & projection
| Year | Mobile Subscriptions | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 128.58 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 126.72 | - | - |
| 2025 | 126.72 | +3.46 | #76 |
| 2023 | 123.25 | +2.11 | #73 |
| 2022 | 121.14 | +2.02 | #82 |
| 2021 | 119.12 | +2.65 | #85 |
| 2020 | 116.48 | +0.23 | #91 |
| 2019 | 116.25 | +0.76 | #87 |
| 2018 | 115.49 | +1.73 | #85 |
| 2017 | 113.77 | −2.02 | #91 |
| 2016 | 115.79 | −0.56 | #88 |
| 2015 | 116.35 | +1.57 | #83 |
| 2014 | 114.78 | +0.59 | #83 |
| 2013 | 114.19 | +0.89 | #82 |
| 2012 | 113.30 | −2.17 | #84 |
| 2011 | 115.47 | −3.75 | #63 |
| 2010 | 119.22 | −2.76 | #49 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Romania matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw mobile subscriptions improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Romania's mobile subscriptions was 126.72 in 2025. Ranked 76th globally. This represents a 2.8% increase from the previous year.
Romania's mobile subscriptions peaked at 126.72 in 2025.
The lowest mobile subscriptions in Romania was 0.00 in 1960.
Romania ranks 76th globally in mobile subscriptions as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is IT.CEL.SETS.P2. Data sourced from World Bank.
Romania's mobile subscriptions is projected to reach 126.72 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The mobile subscriptions of Romania in 2025 was 126.72. This ranks 76th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_romania_mobile-subscriptions,
title = {Romania Mobile Subscriptions},
url = {https://historysaid.com/romania/mobile-subscriptions/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}