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Moldovan Moldova Short-Stay Visa (Type C)

Allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business, official missions, private visits, and cultural, scientific, academic or sporting events.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Moldova government website before you apply.
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Official name
Short-Stay Visa (Type C)
Route type
Short-stay visa
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Cost
€40
Per the eVisa/MFA schedule
Where to apply
Online via evisa.gov.md, or at a Moldovan diplomatic mission
Medical insurance
Minimum coverage €30,000
Means of subsistence
At least €30 per day of stay

Who can apply

  • Tourists and short-term visitors
  • Business travellers and those on official missions
  • People on private visits to family or friends
  • Participants in cultural, scientific, academic or sporting events

What you can do

  • Stay for up to 90 days within any 180-day period
  • Tourism, business, official missions and private visits
  • Attend cultural, scientific, academic or sporting events

Requirements

  • A passport issued within the last 10 years and valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned stay
  • One colour photograph, 35 × 45 mm
  • Supporting documents for the purpose of travel (an invitation, tour booking, business invitation or event confirmation, depending on the sub-type)
  • Proof of accommodation for the stay
  • Medical/travel insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000
  • Proof of means of subsistence of at least €30 per day

How to apply

  • Apply online through the official eVisa portal at evisa.gov.md, choosing the relevant Type C sub-type
  • Upload the required documents and pay the €40 fee
  • Where the eVisa is not available for your nationality, apply at a Moldovan diplomatic mission or consular office
  • Choose the correct sub-type: Tourism (C/T), Private visit (C/V), Business (C/A), Official mission (C/MI), Transport (C/TS), Sport (C/S) or Cultural/scientific/humanitarian (C/AD)

Documents you may need

  • Valid passport (issued within 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond the stay)
  • One colour photograph 35 × 45 mm
  • Purpose-of-travel evidence for your sub-type (invitation, booking or event confirmation)
  • Accommodation reservation or proof of housing
  • Medical/travel insurance covering at least €30,000
  • Evidence of sufficient funds (at least €30 per day)

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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