🛂 OVERVIEW
Country
🇲🇩 Moldova
Visa Name
Digital Nomad Visa
Local Name
Viza pentru nomazi digitali
Program Type
Formal dn visa
Status
Active
Initial Duration
12 months
Max Duration
24 months
Income Requirement
MDL 32,400/mo
(~$1,800 USD)
· MDL 388,800/yr
Application Fee
$86
Tax Status
Standard
📋 REQUIREMENTS
Health Insurance
Required
Criminal Record Check
Required
Accommodation Proof
Required
Proof of Employment
Required
Degree Required
Not required
💼 WORK RULES
Local Work Allowed
No
Freelancer Eligible
Yes
Employee Eligible
Yes
Work Permit Included
No
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
Yes
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Status
Standard
Tax Rate
12.0%
Foreign Income Taxed
No
Tax Residency Trigger
183 days
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Application Method
embassy
Processing Time
15–30 days
Can Apply In-Country
No
Multiple Entry
Yes
Can Open Bank Account
Yes
Renewable
Yes
📝 NOTES
Launched September 20, 2025. Income requirement ~3x average Moldovan salary (~EUR 1,300-2,000/mo). Health insurance must cover at least 1 year in Moldova. Flat 12% personal income tax if tax resident (183+ days); no mandatory social or health contributions reported. Cannot work for Moldovan employers. Income must come from foreign sources. Moldova is not EU or Schengen. Among the cheapest countries in Europe for cost of living.
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