Gas Bills Set to Rise for Seniors from April 2026. What Pensioners Need to Know

Starting 1 April 2026, Romanian seniors and pensioners will face a new financial challenge: rising natural gas bills following the complete liberalisation of the market. This change comes after electricity bills already increased significantly when price capping was removed.

The National Energy Regulatory Authority (ANRE) has established strict rules requiring all gas suppliers to clearly and transparently inform consumers about the impact these changes will have on household budgets.

What changes will affect seniors

From that date, older adults will pay the full price set out in their supply contracts, without any form of state support or subsidy. This measure will have a particularly significant impact on pensioners, who are on fixed and limited incomes.

Suppliers are required to clearly explain to seniors how the new price will be calculated and to present all available options so that customers can choose the most advantageous supplier. Switching supplier remains free of charge and requires no technical changes to gas installations.

Essential information for pensioners

By 2 March 2026, all older consumers will receive detailed information about:

• The exact price that will apply from April 2026
• The possibility of comparing offers available on the market
• How to enter into a new contract under competitive terms
• The rights and options available to obtain more favourable tariffs

This transition to a liberalised market represents an additional challenge for seniors on small pensions, who will need to manage their utility costs with even greater care in the context of rising energy prices.