Moldova Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
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Visa on arrival
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eTA / e-Visa
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Total streamlined
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Visa required in advance
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Moldova's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Moldova tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Moldova Visa-Free (99)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Moldova without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Moldova Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Short-stay visa Type C (tourism C/T, visit C/V, sticker visa via embassy)

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourceevisa.gov.md ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • e-Visa (Type B transit or Type C short stay via evisa.gov.md)

    Type C: up to 90 days / 180; Type B: transitofficial sourceevisa.gov.md ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

  • Transit visa Type B

    transit, up to 5 days per transitofficial sourceevisa.gov.md ↗

    EUR 40 (~$46)

  • Short-stay business visa (Type C/A)

    up to 90 days in any 180-day periodofficial sourceevisa.gov.md ↗

    EUR 60 (~$68)

Compare official tourist-visa fees across every destination →

Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Moldova Transit Visa

Moldova publishes 2 transit visa products for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Airport Transit Visa Type A

For foreign nationals transiting through a Moldovan international airport without entering the country's territory.

~$22

Fee is €20 (approx USD 22). Requires onward air ticket for destination country and evidence of admission to the third country of destination. Only for international transit zone at airport.

Apply here ↗

Transit Visa Type B

For foreign nationals transiting through Moldova by land, sea, or air en route to a third country.

up to 5 days~$43

Fee is €40 (approx USD 43). Requires valid travel ticket to destination country, proof of entry permission in destination country, and medical insurance of at least €30,000. Transit duration typically up to 5 days.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Moldova Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Moldova?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Moldova visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Moldova tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Moldova without a visa?

99 countries can visit Moldova without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Moldova.

How do I apply for a Moldova tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Moldova, you typically need to apply at a Moldova embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Moldova without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Moldova varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Moldova Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Moldova visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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