Visitor & short-stay visas
Moldovan Transit Visa (Types A and B)
Airport-transit (type A) and transit (type B) visas that allow passage through Moldova en route to another country.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Type A €20 / type B €40 fees and the 5-day type B stay are from official pages but should be re-confirmed as amounts and rules can change.
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.
On this page
- Official name
- Airport transit (type A) / transit (type B) visa
- Route type
- Transit visa
- Maximum stay (type B)
- Up to 5 days
- Cost
- Type A €20; type B €40 (per MFA schedule)
- Apply online
- Type B yes (evisa.gov.md); type A via embassy
Who it is for
- Travellers transferring through a Moldovan airport (type A)
- Travellers passing through Moldova to reach a third country (type B)
Requirements
- Passport issued within 10 years, valid 3+ months beyond departure
- Colour photograph 35×45 mm
- Travel ticket or vehicle documents and evidence of entry to the onward country
- Medical insurance and proof of means of subsistence (type B)
How to apply
- Type B: apply online via evisa.gov.md
- Type A: apply at a Moldovan diplomatic mission or consular office
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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