Government of Republic of Moldova

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova

Types of visas / requirements

A visa is a document that enables the holder to report to any border checkpoint of the Republic of Moldova and to require either transit through or a short stay on the territory of the Republic of Moldova. Please note that holding an entry visa does not guarantee entry on the territory of the Republic of Moldova. The border police officers will demand proof that the general conditions of entry and stay on the territory of the Republic of Moldova are met as provided by law. Should those conditions not be met, aliens will not be allowed to enter the territory of the Republic of Moldova, although they might have previously obtained a Moldovan visa. 

According to the provisions of the Law no. 200 of July 16, 2010 concerning the foreigner’s regime in the Republic of Moldova, visa is granted to foreigners by diplomatic and consular missions of the Republic of Moldova abroad and electronic visa (short stay type C) by Directorate for consular affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs  of the Republic of Moldova.

 

In order to facilitate the issue of short stay visas, type A, B, C, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova launched the eVisa electronic portal, which can be accessed 24/7 at address  evisa.gov.md. E-visa is an easiest way to get a visa for the purpose of short stay, without visiting Moldovan embassies or consular offices.

 All you need to do is to complete the online application form, attach to it the mandatory scanned documents’ package and pay with your credit/debit card. After receiving your visa through e-mail, print it out and bring it along when you travel to the Republic of Moldova. The e-Visa is the equivalent of the traditional visa and shall not be inserted in the passport.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Law no. 200 of July 16, 2010 concerning the foreigner’s regime in the Republic of Moldova, the types of visas granted by the Republic of Moldova are the following:

  • The airport transit visa (type A) allows the access into and stay in the international airport transit area in the Republic of Moldova until boarding the plane to the country of destination;
  • The transit visa (type B) allows access on the territory of the Republic of Moldova, for the purpose of transit to the destination country, for a duration of at the most 5 days;
  • The short-stay visa (type C) allows entry on the territory of the Republic of Moldova for a certain period of time, for an uninterrupted stay or several stays, whose duration should not exceed 90 days within any period of 180 days preceding each day of stay in the Republic of Moldova, for the following purposes: official mission, tourism, business, private visit, transportation, participation in sports activities, as well as cultural, scientific or academic events. The right of stay granted by the visa allows for its prolongation following an official request addressed to the General Inspectorate for Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Moldova provided that the right of stay is less than 90 days, so that the duration of the total stay should not exceed 90 days during 6 months from the arrival in the country. The prolongation of the visa can take place for the same purpose it has been initially granted.
    The short-stay visa by which a period of stay of less than 90 days has been granted may be extended by new terms, so that the total duration of the stay granted does not exceed 90 calendar days during any period of 180 calendar days, which implies consideration of the last 180-day period preceding each day of stay. The extension of the visa may take place only for the same purpose for which it was granted.
    The visa extension application shall be submitted to the competent authority for aliens at least 3 working days before the expiration of the term established in the visa.
  • The long-stay visa (type D) allows the entry and stay of aliens on the territory of the Republic of Moldova for a period of 90 days at the most, within any period of 180 days preceding each day of stay in the Republic of Moldova, for the following purposes: economic activities, professional activities, commercial activities (such as investment), religious or humanitarian activities, work, studying, family reunification, as well as research. This type of visa allows the right to submit for a permanent resident permit following an official request addressed to the General Inspectorate for Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Moldova.

AIRPORT TRANSIT VISA REQUIREMENTS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (TYPE A)

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. Approval (visa, residence permit) to enter the territory of a third country (except foreigners who do not need a visa for that state);

  4. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  5. Air ticket for the destination country;

  6. Consular fee – 20 euro.

Exemptions from the obligation to hold an airport transit visa:​

The following categories are exempted from the obligation to hold an airport transit visa:

  • flight crew members;
  • holders of diplomatic, service or similar passports;

  • citizens of the countries with which the Republic of Moldova has signed agreements to this affect;

  • holders of residence permit or similar documents issued by member-states of the European Union and by United States of America;

  • holders of visa issued by a member –state of the European Union or by the United States of America.

TRANSIT VISA REQUIREMENTS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (TYPE B)

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. Approval (visa, residence permit) to enter the territory of a third State, if applicable, a state bordering the Republic of Moldova, which allows foreigners to continue the journey, except foreigners who move to a third country for which they do not need a visa ;

  5. A valid travel ticket to the destination, or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  6. Consular fee – 40 euro.

SHORT STAY VISA REQUIREMENTS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (TYPE C)

Official mission (C/MI)– it is issued to third-state citizens (and to their family members) who travel to the Republic of Moldova for reasons related to their political, administrative or public positions in the governments and public administrations of the country of origin or in international organizations.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, color photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. A verbal note or an official letter, addressed to the diplomatic mission or consulate of the Republic of Moldova where thevisa applicationis to be submitted, or to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova on behalf of the government or of any other authority in the state of residence, or on behalf of an international organization, attesting the official status of the visa applicant and the official purpose of the trip.

Tourism (C/T)– it is issued to third-state citizens who wish to travel to the Republic of Moldova for tourism.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Reservation at a tourist accommodation unit or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download). Exception: foreigners who obtain visas based in the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration;

  6. Reservation of a round-trip ticket valid up to the destination or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  7. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Visit (C/V)– it is issued to third-state citizens who travel to the Republic of Moldova for private visits to Moldovan citizens or to foreigners holding a valid Moldovan residence permit.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Copy of the identity document or valid residence permit of the inviting person;

  6. Reservation at a tourist accommodation unit or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download). Exception: foreigners who obtain visas based in the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration;

  7. Reservation of a round-trip ticket valid up to the destination or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  8. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Short stay visa business – C/A– it is issued to third-state citizens who are to travel to the Republic of Moldova for economic or commercial purposes, for contracts or negotiations, for checking the use and operation of goods acquired or sold under commercial and industrial co-operation contracts, as well as to third-state citizens who are or will become shareholders or stockholders of trading companies in the Republic of Moldova.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, color photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation from a natural person, company, non-governmental organization or public authority to participate in meetings, conferences, fairs or congresses related to trade or industry or, if applicable, the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration competent authority for foreigners, as the case may be;

  5. Reservation at a tourist accommodation unit or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download). Exception: foreigners who obtain visas based in the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration;

  6. Reservation of a round-trip ticket valid up to the destination or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  7. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Transport (C/TS)– it is issued to third-state citizens who are to travel to the Republic of Moldova, for short periods of time, in order to carry out professional activities related to freight or passenger transportation.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Documents certifying the applicant’s job, and the work to be carried out during the stay;

  6. Driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle;

  7. Certified copy of the transport company license;

  8. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Sport activities (C/S)– it is issued to third-state citizens who are to travel to the Republic of Moldova, for short periods of time, in order toparticipate in sports contests.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, color photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Official list of the foreign delegation, with the position of each member;

  6. Reservation at a tourist accommodation unit or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download). Exception: foreigners who obtain visas based in the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration;

  7. Reservation of a round-trip ticket valid up to the destination or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  8. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Cultural, scientific and humanitarian activities, medical treatment for short period and other activities which don’t contradict with national law (C/AD)– it is issued to third-state citizens who are to travel to the Republic of Moldova subject to justifying their presence on the territory of the Republic of Moldova.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, color photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. The invitation from a natural person confirming the purpose of the applicant if the foreigner does not fall under the provisions of point 4.

  6. Reservation at a tourist accommodation unit or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download). Exception: foreigners who obtain visas based in the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration;

  7. Reservation of a round-trip ticket valid up to the destination or the driving license, the green card insurance and the registration documents of the vehicle, if traveling by car;

  8. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro.

LONG STAY VISA REQUIREMENTS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS (TYPE D)

Entrepreneurial activity (D/AI) –this visa can be issued to third-country nationals who are investing into the national economy of the Republic of Moldova, who are or intend to become stockholders or shareholders, with management or administration powers in companies that are legal entities in the Republic of Moldova.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation from a natural person, companies, non-governmental organizations or public authorities to participate in meetings, conferences, fairs or congresses related to trade or industry or, as the case may be, the invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration competent authority for foreigners, as the case may be;

  5. Proof of accomplishing investments in the national economy and/or quality proof of the shareholder or the person in charge of managing and administering companies in the Republic of Moldova;

  6. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, as the case may be;

  7. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  8. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Employment (D/AM) –the visa can be issued to third-country nationals who are to be employed by an employer on the territory of the Republic of Moldova.The long-stay visa for employment can also be issued to third-state nationals who travel to Moldova for employment as seasonal workers,secondmentemployer, posted workers, sportsmen intending to work in sport clubs or teams in the Republic of Moldova base on an individual labor contract.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. The decision regarding the granting of the right of temporary residence for work purposes:

  6. Proof of means of subsistence (the bank statementissued no longer than 10 daysbefore the submission and minimum coverage of 30 euro/day of staying, but not less than 300 EUR, for a stay shorter than 10 days) or, if applicable, the commitment of maintenance and accommodation filled and signed by a person from the Republic of Moldova(download);

  7. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, as applicable;

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Study (D/AS) –the visa can be issued to the third-country nationals who are to enter the Republic of Moldova for pre-university, university, or post-university studies, as the case may be, or for getting academic degrees in state or private education institutions accredited according to the law.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Confirmation of approval to studies from the educational institution;

  6. Proof of real means of payment for studies and maintenance in the amount established, except for foreign scholars of the Republic of Moldova (in the latter case, proof of holding a scholarship in Moldova) and those participating in student exchange programs;

  7. Consent of parents or guardian regarding the stay for studies in Moldova if the foreigner is a minor.

  8. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, except minors under 16 years, as the case may be;

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro

  11. In case of a foreigner’s participation in a student exchange program, in addition to the above documents shall be presented: copy of the agreement between educational institutions that organize the program and the commitment of maintenance and accommodation (download).

Family reunification (D/VF) –the visa can be issued to third-country nationals who are to enter the Republic of Moldova for family reunification. The Family may include: spouse, minor children, parents, persons under tutorship or guardianship, as well as a partner with whom they have common minor children in case of the citizens of the Republic of Moldova.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Acceptance of the competent authority for foreigners on meeting the conditions provided by law on family reunion (issued by General Inspectorate for Migration);

  6. Proof of family ties, (marriage certificate, birth certificate);

  7. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, except minors under 16 years, as the case may be;

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Religious and humanitarian activities (D/RU)– the visa can be issued to third-country nationals who are to enter the Republic of Moldova to carry out activities for humanitarian purpose or in the area of recognized cults on the territory of the Republic of Moldova, upon the request thereof.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Copy excerpt from the State Register of Legal Entities of the institution or organization that invites the person;

  6. Proof of belonging to a recognized religion in Moldova or to a humanitarian organization, where appropriate;

  7. Copy of the volunteer contract or collaboration agreement;

  8. Proof of accommodation and means of subsistence;

  9. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, as the case may be;

  10. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  11. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Diplomatic and service activities (D/DS)– allows third-country nationals to enter the territory of the Republic of Moldova, usually for a long-term stay, provided that they are holders of diplomatic or service passports and that they are bound to exercise an official function as members of the staff of a foreign diplomatic mission or consulate accredited in the Republic of Moldova by their state of origin.

This type of visa is granted to holders of diplomatic or service passports, or to holders of travel documents that are assimilated with diplomatic or service passports, upon the request of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the sending state, or of a diplomatic mission or consulate of the latter, as well as to their family members with whom they cohabit, and such visas are valid over the period of the mission or in accordance with bilateral understandings to which the Republic of Moldova is party.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. Verbal Note of foreign diplomatic missions and consular offices or, international organizations and other central public authorities confirming the purpose of travel for diplomatic and service activities in Moldova.

Medical treatment (D/TR)– the visa can be issued to third-country nationals who are to enter the Republic of Moldova to undergo long-term medical treatment, therapy and rehabilitation,within public or private medical institutions if they submit a letter of acceptance from the respective institutions, specifying the diagnosis and the duration of the treatment. This type of visa may also be granted to a potential companion who assists such third-country nationals, should they not be able to take care of themselves if this is expressly mentioned in the letter of acceptance.

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova (in the case of minors - additionally the birth certificate and the passport of the legal representative);

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Proof of means of support and medical treatment;

  6. Proof of having the capacity to accompany a foreigner who is unable to care for himself/herself, if requested visa by the companion of the person under treatment;

  7. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, except minors under 16 years, as the case may be;

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Information technology activities type D/IT

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. The declaration from the legal entity, resident of an information technology park, regarding the employment of the foreigner, for the purpose of carrying out the activity of manager or specialist in the field of information technology, provided for in Article 8 of Law no. 77/2016 on information technology parks;

  6. Copy of the excerpt from the State Register of legal entities of the institution or organization that invites the person, as the case may be;

  7. The decision on the granting of the right of temporary residence for work purposes as a manager or specialist in the field of information technology;

  8. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, as the case may be;

  9. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  10. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Temporary transfer of staff within the same legal person, type D/TP

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. Confirmation from the legal entity on the temporary transfer of staff within the same legal person for carrying out an activity as a person with a management or specialist position;

  6. Copy of the excerpt from the State Register of legal entities of the institution or organization that invites the person, as the case may be;

  7. Criminal record from the country of origin, translated into Romanian or English and legalized or apostilled, as the case may be;

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

Internship activities, type D/FT

  1. Application Form (download);

  2. Travel document (passport) issued in the past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended date of leaving the territory of the Republic of Moldova;

  3. A recent mat, colour photo 35mm x 45mm;

  4. The invitation issued by theGeneral Inspectorate for Migration, or the residence permit or valid visa (except a transit visa) issued by a member state of the European Union or by a state part to theSchengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

  5. The criminal record of the country of origin, translated into English or Romanian and legalized or apostilled, as the case may be;

  6. Confirmation from the legal entity regarding the temporary transfer of the foreigner within the same legal person, for the purpose of professional development or technical training;

  7. Copy of the excerpt from the State Register of legal entities of the institution or organization that invites the person, as the case may be;

  8. Travel medical insurance valid throughout the territory of the Republic of Moldova, which fully covers the expected period of stay and all expenses that repatriation for medical reasons, emergency medical treatments and/or emergency hospitalization or death may require, but not less than 30,000 euros;

  9. Consular fee – 40 euro.

List of foreigners who are required to hold a visa at the entrance, exit and transit of the territory of the Republic of Moldova

1. RESORTISANTES OF THE STATES:

  • Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
  • People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria
  • Republic of Angola [2]
  • People’s Republic of Bangladesh
  • Belize [2]
  • Republic of Benin [2]
  • Kingdom of Bhutan [2]
  • Plurinational State of Bolivia [2]
  • Republic of Botswana [2]
  • Burkina Faso
  • Birmania / Republic of the Union of Myanmar [2]
  • Republic of Burundi [2]
  • Kingdom of Cambodgia [2]
  • Republic of Cameroon
  • Republic of Cabo Verde [2]
  • Central African Republic [2]
  • Republic of Ciad
  • People’s Republic of China [2]
  • Republic of Congo
  • Republic of Cote d’Ivore
  • Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Republic of Djibouti [2]
  • Dominican Republic [2]
  • Arabic Republic of Egypt
  • Republic of Equatorial Guinea [2]
  • State of Eritrea
  • Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia [2]
  • Republica of Islands Fiji [2]
  • Gabonese Republic [2]
  • Republic of Gambia [2]
  • Republic of Ghana
  • Republic of Guineea [2]
  • Republic of Guineea-Bissau [2]
  • Cooperative Republic of Guyana [2]
  • Republic of Haiti [2]
  • Republic of India [2]
  • Republic of Indonesia [1]
  • Islamic Republic of Iran [1]
  • Republic of Iraq
  • Jamaica [2]
  • Hashemite Republic of Jordan
  • Republic of Kenya [2]
  • State of Kuweit [2]
  • People’s Democratic Republic of Laos [2]
  • Republic of Liban
  • Kingdom of Lesotho [2]
  • Republic of Liberia
  • State of Libya
  • Republic of Madagascar [2]
  • Republic of Malawi [2]
  • Republic of Maldive [2]
  • Republic of Mali
  • Islamic Republic of Mauritania
  • People’s Republic of Mongolia [2]
  • Kigdom of Maroc
  • Republic of Mozambique [2]
  • Republic of Namibia [2]
  • Republic of Nauru [2]
  • Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal [2]
  • Republic of Niger
  • Federal Republic of Nigeria
  • People’s Democratic Republic of Korea
  • Sultanat of Oman [2]
  • Islamic Republic of Pakistan
  • Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2]
  • Republic of Phillipine [2]
  • State of Qatar [2]
  • Republic of Rwanda [2]
  • Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe [2]
  • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia [2]
  • Republic of Senegal [2]
  • Republic of Sierra Leone
  • Federal Republic of Somalia
  • Republic of South Africa [2]
  • Socialist Democratic Republic of Sri Lanka [2]
  • Republic of Sudan
  • Republic of South Sudan
  • Republic of Suriname [2]
  • Kingdom of Swaziland [2]
  • Syrian Arab Republic
  • United Republic of Tanzania [2]
  • Kingdom of Thailand [2]
  • Union of Comores [2]
  • Republic ofTogo [2]
  • Republic ofTunisia
  • Turkmenistan [1]
  • Republic of Uganda [2]
  • Socialist Republic of Vietnam [1]
  • Republic of Yemen
  • Republic of Zambia [2]

2. RESORTISANTS OF ENTITIES AND TERRITORIAL AUTHORITIES:

  • Palestinian National Authority

[1] Except for holders of diplomatic, service and special passports, as the case may be, who, at the time of the adoption of this law, traveled to the Republic of Moldova without a visa, based on the international treaties to which the Republic of Moldova is a party.

[2] Except for holders of residence permits or valid visas (excluding transit visas), issued by one of the Member States of the European Union or one of the States Parties to the Schengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada.

 
List of foreigners exempted from having a visa at the entrance, exit and transit of the territory of the Republic of Moldova

1. RESORTISANTS OF THE STATES:

  • Republic of Albania
  • United States of America
  • Principality of Andorra
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Republic of Argentina
  • Republic of Armenia
  • Union of Australia
  • Republic of Austria
  • Republic of Azerbaidjan
  • Commonwealth of the Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Republic of Belarus
  • Kingdom of Belgium
  • Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Federal Republic of Brasil
  • Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace
  • Republic of Bulgaria
  • Canada
  • Czech Republic
  • Republic of Chile
  • Republic of Cyprus
  • Republic of Columbia
  • Republic of Korea
  • Republic of Costa Rica
  • Republic of Cuba
  • Republic of Croatia
  • Kingdom of Denmark
  • Dominican Republic
  • Republic of Ecuador
  • Republic of Greece
  • Swiss Confederation
  • Republic of Estonia
  • Republic of Finland
  • French Republic
  • Georgia
  • Federal Republic of Germany
  • Grenada
  • Republic of Guatemala
  • Republic of Honduras
  • Republic of Ireland
  • Island
  • State of Israel
  • Italian Republic
  • Japan
  • Republic of Kazakhstan
  • Republic of Kyrgyzstan
  • Republic of Kiribati
  • Republic of Letonia
  • Principality of Liechtenstein
  • Republic of Lithuania
  • Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
  • Republic of Macedonia
  • Malaysia
  • Republic of Malta
  • United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
  • Republic of Marshall Islands
  • Republic of Mauritius
  • United Mexican States
  • Federated States of Micronesia
  • Principality of Monaco
  • Montenegro
  • Republic of Nicaragua
  • Kingdom of Norway
  • Republic of Palau
  • Republic of Panama
  • Republic of Paraguay
  • Republic of Peru
  • Republic of Poland
  • Republic of Portuguese
  • Romania
  • Russian Fderation
  • Republic of El Salvador
  • Independent State of Samoa
  • Republic of San Marino
  • Republic of Serbia
  • Republic of Seychelles
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Federation of Kitts şi Nevis
  • Holy chair
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadine
  • Republic of Singapore
  • Republic of Slovacia
  • Republic of Slovenia
  • Solomon islands
  • Kingdom Spain
  • Kingdom of Sweden
  • Republic of Tadjikistan
  • Kingdom of the Netherlands
  • Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
  • Kingdom of Tongo
  • Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
  • Republica of Turkey
  • Tuvalu
  • Ukrain
  • Hungary
  • Orient Republic of Uruguay
  • Republic of Uzbekistan
  • Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
  • Republic of Vanuatu
  • New Zeeland

2. RESORTISANTS OF THE SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONS OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA:

  • RAS Hong Kong. The exemption from the visa requirement applies only to holders of a passport of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region;
  • RAS Macao. The exemption from the visa requirement applies only to holders of a passport of the Macao Special Administrative Region.
List of foreigners who are required to hold an airport transit visa when passing through the international transit area of an airport located in the territory of the Republic of Moldova

1. RESORTISANTS OF THE STATES:

  • Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
  • People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria
  • Republic of Angola
  • People’s Republic of Bangladesh
  • Burkina Faso
  • Birmania/Republic of the Union of Myanmar
  • Kingdom of Cambodgia
  • Republic of Cameroon
  • Republic of Capo Verde
  • Central African Republic
  • Republic of Ciad
  • Republic of Congo
  • Republic of Cote d’Ivore
  • Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Republic of Djibouti
  • Arabic Republic of Egypt
  • Republic of Equatorial Guinea
  • State of Eritrea
  • Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
  • Gabonese Republic
  • Republic of Gambia
  • Republic of Ghana
  • Republic of Guinea
  • Republic of Guinea-Bissau
  • Cooperative Republic of Guyana
  • Republic of India
  • Islamic Republic of Iran*
  • Republic of Irak
  • Republic of Kenya
  • Republic of Liban
  • Kingdom of Lesotho
  • Republic of Liberia
  • Libya
  • Republic of Malawi
  • Republic of Mali
  • Kingdom of Maroc
  • Republic of Mozambique
  • Republic of Namibia
  • Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
  • Republic of Niger
  • Federal Republic of Nigeria
  • Sultanate of Oman
  • Islamic Republic of Pakistan
  • Republic of Rwanda
  • Republic of Senegal
  • Republic of Sierra Leone
  • Federal Republic of Somalia
  • Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
  • Republic of Sudan
  • Republic of South Sudan
  • Kingdom of Swaziland
  • Syrian Arab Republic
  • Republic of Uganda
  • Republic of Yemen
  • Republic of Zambia
  • Republic of Zimbabwe

2. RESORTISANTS OF ENTITIES AND TERRITORIAL AUTHORITIES:

  • Palestinian National Authority

* Except for holders of diplomatic, service and special passports, as the case may be, who, at the time of the adoption of this law, were traveling to the Republic of Moldova without a visa, based on the international treaties to which the Republic of Moldova is a party.

 

Exceptions from the official invitation procedure of the following categories of foreigners:

a) the minor whose parent, a foreign national, is in possession of a residence permit in the Republic of Moldova or an identity card for stateless persons, provided that it is valid at least 90 days from the date of the entry visa;

b) foreigners applying for a transit visa and an airport transit visa, provided that the provisions of Article 6 paragraph (1) letter are respected. d);

c) citizens of the states with which the Republic of Moldova has concluded international treaties in this regard or stateless persons residing in these states;

d) the minor whose parent is a foreign national married to a citizen of the Republic of Moldova;

e) foreigners holding a valid residence permit or visa (except for the transit visa), issued by one of the Member States of the European Union or of the States Parties to the Schengen Agreement, by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, by the United States of America or by Canada;

f) stateless persons who prove the birth on the territory of the Republic of Moldova or of the R.S.S.M.

g) foreigners invited by the Government or the central public administration authorities;

h) foreign holders of diplomatic passports and service passports;

i) the spouse, children and parents of the foreign beneficiary of international protection;

j) foreigners who hold the position of honorary consul of the Republic of Moldova.