Quick Facts
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- Proof of remote work contract or foreign IT client agreements.
- Bank statements verifying monthly income equal to 3 times the national average gross salary.
- Clean criminal background check from home country.
- Health insurance coverage valid in Moldova.
Application Process
- Step 1
Submit online application via the General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) portal.
- Step 2
Upload translated and apostilled employment proof, police records, and financial statements.
- Step 3
Attend biometric appointment at the migration office upon arrival.
- Step 4
Collect physical temporary residence card.
Estimated Costs
Pros & Cons
Very low cost of living, low minimum income threshold, and growing Eastern European IT ecosystem.
Language barrier outside main urban centers and bureaucratic document requirements.
FAQs
Can my family join me under this visa?+
Yes, immediate family members can join under family reunification provisions.
Does this visa grant access to the Schengen area?+
No, Moldova is located in Eastern Europe and is not currently part of the Schengen Area.
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