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If you wish to remain on travel. Cancel GO. Skip to main content. Gov Travel. Passports International Travel U. Stay Connected. It will not be considered transit if the entrance and the exit point are situated on the same border segment. If a person wants to transit Moldavian land the officer in charge will inform the passenger about the transit rules, the route established along with the passenger, the time needed for transiting the country which will be of maximum 24 hours as well as the sanctions for non-compliance with the transit conditions.
After that, the passenger will be given a filled form containing the transiting route. If you are in Moldova, you should monitor developments regularly and follow the advice of local authorities.
Links to relevant websites are below. Visitors to Moldova should keep up to date with local developments and take additional care. You should remain vigilant and follow the advice of local authorities at all times.
Transnistria is a territory between the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine seeking autonomous status, and is not under the control of the Moldovan Government.
Previous tensions between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the breakaway region of Transnistria have abated, but caution is advised if travelling in that area as the capacities of Irish or EU consular authorities to assist you may be limited.
In particular, the authorities in the Transnistrian region can be suspicious about visitors taking photos, especially in the vicinity of government or military buildings or installations. Visitors to Transnistria are advised against taking any photos in public, which could lead to a police query.
Up to date information on travelling to Ireland can be found on gov. Inoculations are generally not needed but visitors with existing medical conditions or illnesses should seek specific advice in advance from their GPs. It is strongly recommended that travellers to the Republic of Moldova take out comprehensive travel insurance in order to maximize potential treatment options.
While the water supply in the Republic of Moldova is not known to be contaminated it is recommended to use bottled or filtered water as a safer alternative. It is useful to carry a small torch after dark, as street lighting is often poor or non-existent.
Rail, bus and taxis are, however, relatively inexpensive. There are frequent police security checks. Visitors should be in possession of the original or a copy of their passports at all times.
Visitors arriving in the Republic of Moldova by air are automatically registered by the Moldovan immigration authorities. Moldovan hotels are also responsible for registering the presence of foreign visitors. This requires presentation of the following documents: a a written request for registration providing certain details of stay including address, duration, purpose and host and 2 passport. Buying comprehensive travel insurance can save you and your family a lot of money if something goes wrong.
We will update this page when the Government of Moldova announces new information on the national vaccination programme. You can sign up to get email notifications when this page is updated.
The Government of Moldova has stated that British nationals resident in Moldova are eligible for vaccination.
Further information on the vaccination programme is available on the Government of Moldova Ministry of Health website and on the national vaccination platform. Information about COVID vaccines used in the national programme where you live, including regulatory status, are available from local authorities.
For information on financial support you can access whilst abroad, visit our financial assistance guidance. If you need urgent consular assistance, contact your nearest British embassy, high commission or consulate.
Be alert to the risk of street crime and petty theft, particularly in Chisinau, and for pickpockets and bag snatchers in crowded areas. Streets, pavements, and other public paths are not well maintained or illuminated including in Chisinau and other cities.
Although most visitors experience no difficulties, some visitors of Asian or Afro-Caribbean descent have reported being stared at, verbally abused, assaulted, denied entrance into some clubs and restaurants, or harassed by police.
There are many checkpoints along roads leading into and out of Transnistria. You should avoid taking photographs of checkpoints, military facilities, and security forces or other sights of strategic importance, including buildings used by the de facto authorities and power plants. You should exercise caution if you travel to Transnistria and avoid getting into difficulty with the Transnistrian authorities. If you do get into trouble, try to contact the British Embassy in Chisinau at an early stage.
The embassy will do its best to provide consular help where needed. But in practice this will be very limited. See the Entry requirements section for further details on entry into Transnistria. The situation in Ukraine and other areas outside Donetsk and Luhansk is generally calm, including in the Odessa Oblast which borders Transnistria.
However, events in Ukraine are fast moving and you are strongly advised to check the Ukraine travel advice. The vehicle will need to be declared to the customs authority at the point of entry into Moldova.
Vehicles can be brought into Moldova without payment of import taxes for a maximum of 90 cumulative days in a day period, from the date of first entry. Contact the Moldovan Embassy in London if you have questions about bringing a vehicle into the country.
The British Embassy is unable to assist individuals attempting to bring vehicles into Moldova. A green card is proof that you have vehicle insurance when driving abroad. You need to carry a green card to drive in Moldova. Avoid driving outside urban areas, particularly at night. Driving standards are poor and roads are of variable quality.
There are a high number of traffic accidents, including fatalities. You should comply with all local speed limits.
There is a zero tolerance policy on drink driving. From 1 November until 31 March, drivers are obliged to travel with headlights on at all times. Winter tyres should be fitted to road vehicles during this period. Failure to do so could result in a fine. Official looking taxis can be unlicensed. Do not share a taxi with strangers or flag down unofficial taxis.
You should negotiate a price before getting into a taxi. Where possible ask your hotel to get a taxi for you, or to give you the telephone number of a reputable company. Foreign-registered cars driven by foreign nationals are allowed into Transnistria upon payment of a vignette a form of road pricing. The fee depends upon the duration of the stay.
Civil liability insurance is mandatory, except for categories such as cars registered in certain CIS states, diplomatic vehicles or vehicles registered to NGOs.
You should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those visited by foreigners. UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out more about the global threat from terrorism. You should be vigilant at this time. There is a zero tolerance policy for possessing or supplying any drugs. Homosexuality is not forbidden in Moldova, though the Moldovan government does not formally recognise unmarried or same-sex partners.
There is an active social and lobbying group on gay and lesbian issues in Chisinau, but public attitudes are less tolerant. Be careful about public displays of affection. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel. Avoid taking photos of military and government facilities including airports, power stations etc. There are frequent police checks and police officers have the legal right to ask for identification on the street.
You should carry a copy of the bio data page of your passport with you at all times. You must obtain permission from the Moldovan Department of Monuments to bring out of the country any artwork or antiques.
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