Visa-free countries for Moldovan passport holders: updated list

Based on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs list, updated on 20 February 2026. Rules can change without notice, so check with the destination country’s embassy before you travel.

We counted 74 visa-free countries on the list for ordinary passports. Other rankings give higher numbers because they include visas on arrival.

Visa-free

• All EU countries except Ireland: up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
• The Balkans: Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• The Caucasus: Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan.
• Türkiye: you can also enter with a national ID card or biometric passport.
• United Arab Emirates: since 4 September 2025, up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
• Qatar, Tunisia, Seychelles.
• Israel: visa-free, but an electronic ETA-IL permit is required.
• Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Ukraine.
• South America: Brazil, Chile, Colombia.
• Malaysia: 30 days, with the online MDAC form.

Visa required

USA, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Morocco.

Egypt and the Maldives: listed as requiring a visa, but you can get one online or on arrival. Check before you buy your ticket.

If you’re travelling to the EU

• A biometric passport issued no more than 10 years ago and valid for at least 3 months after your departure.
• At the border, you may be asked about the purpose of your trip, accommodation, funds and return ticket.
• You cannot work without a work permit.
• Travel medical insurance is recommended.

The EES system is used on entry, and ETIAS will be required later. Find out more in our article about EES and ETIAS.

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