Field of activity: Security
Address: 7 Popa Șapcă Street, Timișoara
Company Profile:
Timișoara Penitentiary is a facility designed for holding inmates sentenced to up to 3 years, classified under open and semi-open regimes, as well as individuals in pre-trial detention. It is located in the centre of Timișoara, at 7 Popa Șapcă Street, Timiș County.
Responsible person: Sub-Inspector of Penitentiary Police Andreea-Anișoara Bîlc – Principal Officer I (professional training), Email: andreea.bilc@anp.gov.ro.
Programme:
Visit Timișoara Penitentiary at Noaptea Companiilor
On November 5, 2026, Timișoara Penitentiary opens its doors as part of Noaptea Companiilor — offering a unique, eye-opening experience unlike anything you’d normally expect at an event like this.
You’ll step inside an environment that few people get to experience firsthand. Guided by the institution’s staff, you’ll discover how a modern correctional facility operates, learn about its educational and reintegration programmes, and explore career opportunities within the National Administration of Penitentiaries.
Visit Programme
16:30 – 16:45 · Group Welcome and Programme Introduction
16:45 – 17:00 · Educational Opportunities within the National Penitentiary System
17:00 – 17:15 · Guided Tour of Detention Facilities and Operational Areas
17:15 – 17:30 · Open Discussion — Questions, Feedback, and Career Opportunities
Visits are organised in two groups, starting at 16:30 and 17:30.
Practical Information
You must bring a valid identity document (national ID card or passport) to enter the facility. Mobile phones and cameras are not permitted on the premises.
Beyond the walls, there are people. Beyond prejudice, there is a second chance.
