Visitor & short-stay visas
Moldovan Visa-Free Short Stay
Nationals of many countries may enter Moldova without a visa for short stays, covering tourism, business or family visits.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The precise list of visa-exempt nationalities and the document-based exemptions should be confirmed on the current official visa policy list.
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
- Route type
- Visa-free short stay
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- Purpose
- Tourism, business, private/family visits
- Passport validity
- Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure
Who it is for
- Nationals of visa-exempt countries (e.g. EU/Schengen, UK, US, Canada, Japan)
- Travellers coming for tourism, business or to visit family for a short period
- Some visa-required nationals holding a valid Schengen/EU residence permit or C/D visa, under stated conditions
What you can do
- Stay for up to 90 days in any 180-day period
- Travel for tourism, business meetings and private visits
- Cannot work or stay beyond 90 days without a residence permit
Requirements
- Passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure
- Ability to show purpose of visit and means of subsistence if asked
- Not falling within an inadmissibility ground
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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