Moldova
Moldova visa
Europe · Eastern Europe
In the Republic of Moldova, the electronic visa is issued by the ministry of foreign affairs, which publishes the official eVisa portal. The pages consulted on 17 September 2026 name four visa types — airport transit (A), transit (B), short stay (C) and long stay (D) —, describe an entirely online application, state a cost of 40 euros and a review that may take up to 10 calendar days, extendable up to 20 days.
Updated on 23 September 2026 · Official sources consulted on 17 September 2026
At a glance
- Authority
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of the Republic of Moldova
- Where to apply
- Online, on the ministry's official eVisa portal
- Electronic visa
- Yes: according to the page consulted, the electronic visa is an entry authorization issued in PDF format, which gives the same right of entry as the visa sticker affixed in the passport
- Portal language
- Romanian and English (versions consulted)
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Documented visa types
- Airport transit visa (type A)
- Type named on the page consulted. Duration and conditions: not stated on the portal consulted. Official page (new tab)
- Transit visa (type B)
- Type named on the page consulted. According to that page, the electronic visa is offered for transit and short stay. Official page (new tab)
- Short-stay visa (type C)
- Type named on the page consulted. According to that page, the electronic visa is offered for transit and short stay. Official page (new tab)
- Long-stay visa (type D)
- Type named on the page consulted. Duration and conditions: not stated on the portal consulted. Official page (new tab)
Where and how to apply
The pages consulted state that the application is filed online on the official eVisa portal of the ministry of foreign affairs. The portal offers three actions: file a new application, continue an application in progress and check the status of a file.
According to the page consulted, the electronic visa is an authorization to enter the Republic of Moldova issued in PDF format; it gives the same right of entry to the territory as the visa sticker affixed in the passport. The page states that it is offered for transit and short stay.
Steps of the procedure
- Go to the eVisa portal and choose “Apply Now” to create the application and register.
- Return to the portal and choose “Continue Application” to file the documents requested.
- Submit the completed application for review by the authority.
- Track the progress of the file using the application status check function.
- Receive the decision by email in the event of approval.
Documents listed by the authority
- Copy of the passport.
- Recent photograph.
- Travel itinerary.
- Accommodation information.
- Letter of invitation, where applicable.
- Other documents requested for the visa category chosen.
- To be presented on entry: the printed electronic visa.
- To be presented on entry: the travel document (passport).
- To be presented on entry: a copy of the invitation together with the other supporting documents matching the purpose of the stay.
- To be presented on entry: health insurance covering the period of stay in the Republic of Moldova.
The exact list depends on the visa type and on the situation; only the official page prevails.
Stated fees and processing times
According to the portal consulted on 17 September 2026, the cost of the electronic visa is 40 euros.
According to the same portal consulted on 17 September 2026, the review of the electronic visa application may take up to 10 calendar days from completion of the application; it may be extended if necessary up to 20 days.
After the decision
According to the page consulted, the decision is communicated by email in the event of approval, and the electronic visa is issued in PDF format. The traveler prints it and presents it on entry with their travel document, the supporting documents relating to the purpose of the stay and health insurance covering the length of the stay.
The pages consulted state neither the avenues of appeal nor the period of validity of the visa issued: not stated on the portal consulted.
Prepare your application
We do not yet have a detailed document list for this destination.
The steps, documents and fees stated by the authority appear above in this guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the application filed?
Online, on the official eVisa portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration. The portal allows an application to be filed, to be continued and its status to be checked.
Is there an electronic visa?
Yes. According to the page consulted, the electronic visa is an entry authorization issued in PDF format, which gives the same right of entry as the visa sticker affixed in the passport.
What is the fee?
According to the portal consulted on 17 September 2026, the cost of the electronic visa is 40 euros.
What processing time does the authority state?
According to the portal consulted on 17 September 2026, the review may take up to 10 calendar days from completion of the application, and may be extended if necessary up to 20 days.
What must be presented on entry?
According to the page consulted: the printed electronic visa, the travel document, a copy of the invitation and the other supporting documents matching the purpose of the stay, and health insurance covering the period of stay.
Points to check with the authority
- The period of validity of the electronic visa and the authorized length of stay are not stated on the pages consulted.
- The avenues of appeal in the event of refusal are not described on the pages consulted.
Official links
Authority marks the official website of an administration of the destination country.
- eVisa — portail officiel de la République de Moldavie (new tab) consulted on 17 September 2026 Authority
- Visa Application Guide (new tab) consulted on 17 September 2026
- 10 things you should know about the eVisa (new tab) consulted on 17 September 2026
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