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Exercise increased caution while traveling to Moldova due to unresolved conflict between the breakaway region of Transnistria and the central government. Read the entire Travel Advisory.
Reconsider Travel To:
The Transnistria breakaway region due to the unresolved conflict with the central government and the armed conflict in neighboring Ukraine.
Country Summary: Approximately 100,000 refugees are residing in Moldova as a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine, but there has been no military spillover into Moldova from the conflict. As of December 2023, the Moldovan government has ended its State of Emergency. The Chisinau airport is operating normally although there are no flights available to or from Belarus, Russia or Ukraine.
Read the Moldovacountry information page for additional information on travel.
If you decide to travel to Moldova:
Transnistria – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Transnistria is a breakaway region that is not under the control of the Moldovan government in Chisinau. Visitors are required to present identification to cross the administrative boundary of the Transnistria region; those without a Moldovan government-issued identification document may be requested to present a passport. Visitors may also be required to present identification and/or a passport at additional checkpoints manned by uniformed peacekeepers along roads leading into and out of the region. Ukraine has closed its border crossing points into the Transnistrian region. Taking photographs of military facilities and security forces is prohibited and may result in trouble with authorities.
The U.S. government’s ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens traveling in Transnistria maybe be limited or delayed since Transnistria’s de facto authorities control access to the region.
Visit our website for Travel to High-Risk Areas.
FAQs
Moldova - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution while traveling to Moldova due to unresolved conflict between the breakaway region of Transnistria and the central government.
Are Americans allowed to travel to Moldova? ›
U.S. citizens can stay in Moldova without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Upon entry or exit from Moldova, Border Police officers will check the amount of time you stayed in Moldova without a visa in the 180-day period preceding the date when your passport is being checked.
What do I need to know before visiting Moldova? ›
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Moldova: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, tickborne encephalitis, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, influenza, and COVID-19.
Is Moldova under threat? ›
CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — The past two years have been the hardest and most tumultuous for European Union candidate Moldova in more than three decades as it faces threats from Russia in multiple spheres of public life, the country's foreign minister says.
Is Chisinau safe at night? ›
I arrived in Chisinau yesterday (solo female) and have felt safe in the city center, including at night. Always need to be aware of one's surroundings in any new city of course, but have really enjoyed what I've seen walking all over the city so far. People are kind and helpful, and are living their lives.
Is Moldova in crisis? ›
Starting in late 2022, Moldova suffered an energy crisis, the worst since its independence.
Is it safe to fly to Moldova? ›
Exercise a high degree of caution in Moldova due to the volatile security environment and military conflict in neighbouring Ukraine. Large political protests can occur in Moldova. Public demonstrations and events can turn violent and attract a heavy police presence. Avoid protests and rallies.
What to wear in Moldova? ›
For summers you will need light clothes, comfortable clothes and shoes, T-shirts, long pants and skirts, dresses, light sweaters for evenings and for cool days, a raincoat and umbrella.
Is Moldova safe for female travelers? ›
Safety at night:Moderate
Moldova is considered a moderate safety destination for nighttime activities. As a solo female travelling, common precautions should suffice such as staying in well-lit areas, avoiding unpopulated spots, and using reliable transportation when necessary.
Is Moldova worth seeing? ›
Moldova is a great country to visit If you are interested in experiencing the culture of the Soviet Union. It's easy to get to most of Europe by plane or train, and most countries can enter without a visa.
The last place on Earth you might go to. And if that is your perception of this tiny eastern European state, hidden behind Romania, lost like a silver penny between Eurasia's geopolitical sofa cushions, then you're not alone: stats show that Moldova gets fewer tourists per head than any country in Europe.
Is Moldova cheap to visit? ›
Moldova is generally considered to be a more affordable destination compared to many Western European countries.
Is Moldova friends with Russia? ›
Russian support for the self-proclaimed Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (Transnistria) and a substantial Russian military presence therein strained Moldovan relations with Russia. Russo-Moldovan relations became a main focus of foreign policy for Republic of Moldova after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
What is the controversy with Moldova? ›
A controversy exists over the national identity and name of the native language of the main ethnic group in Moldova. The issue more frequently disputed is whether Moldovans constitute a subgroup of Romanians or a separate ethnic group.
Is Moldova an ally of the United States? ›
The United States is proud of our defense partnership with Moldova. We have several security cooperation programs to help Moldova build its capacity to defend its constitutional neutrality.
Is Moldova in a state of emergency from Ukraine? ›
The state of emergency, which was in effect on the territory of the Republic of Moldova for almost two years, ended at the end of December 2023. Parliament had declared the state of emergency on February 24, 2022 immediately after Russia attacked Ukraine.
Is there conflict in Moldova? ›
The Transnistria conflict (Romanian: Conflictul din Transnistria; Russian: Приднестровский конфликт, romanized: Pridnestrovsky konflikt; Ukrainian: Придністровський конфлікт, romanized: Prydnistrovskyi konflikt) is an ongoing frozen conflict between Moldova and the unrecognized state of Transnistria.
Is it worth going to Moldova? ›
If you're looking to see some of the world's most recognisable landmarks – look elsewhere. But if you find value in visiting somewhere off the beaten track, or if you're the kind of traveller that's unafraid to venture out to the lesser-known areas of the world, then Moldova is for you.
Does the US recognize Moldova? ›
History. The United States recognized the independence of Moldova on December 25, 1991, and opened the Embassy of the United States in Chişinău, in March 1992. The Republic of Moldova opened the Embassy of Moldova in Washington, D.C. in December 1993.