Published: 19.10.2026

• 2026-10-19Moldova to temporarily restrict applications for residence permits and travel documents

  Due to the rollout of a new information system, Moldova will suspend applications for temporary and permanent residence permits, travel documents, and foreigner registration services on October 29–30, 2026. From November 2 to 12, expedited residence-permit applications will not be accepted; EU citizens and foreigners eligible to stay for employment will receive permits only within 10 working days.

• 2026-09-17Moldova publishes residence-regularisation rules for EU citizens and their family members

  Moldova’s official migration portal sets out residence-regularisation procedures for EU citizens and their family members. EU citizens receive a residence card within three days, while family members receive a temporary residence permit within 30 days followed by a residence card within three days; staying longer than 90 days requires the relevant residence status.