Free export

• No information available

Prohibited:

• Canticles of historical value
• Intellectual property
• Controlled drugs
• Weapon and firearms
• Plants and animals

Restricted

• No information available

Basic health information for travelers to Moldova

• Travelers staying longer than three months may be required to produce proof of HIV-negative status.

• Food drink: Mains water is normally chlorinated but bottled water is available and advised. Local meat, poultry, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

• Health care: A number of large medical institutions operate in Chisinau, including the Republican Clinical Hospital. Elderly travellers and those with existing health problems may be at risk owing to inadequate medical facilities. There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK for urgent medical treatment. Otherwise, all services and prescriptions are charged for and doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment; medical insurance is strongly recommended.

• Immunisation against typhoid is sometimes recommended. There is a small risk of hepatitis A in rural areas. Cases of diphtheria have also been reported.

• Rabies is present and casual exposure to stray dogs is common throughout Chisinau.

• Vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay.

Basic security information for travelers to Moldova

• Moldova has a high level of theft and street crime and all foreign visitors are strongly advised to keep their passport and other valuable items in a safe location at all times and avoid any obvious displays of wealth which could serve to attract unwanted attention. Chisinau and other poor environments inside the country should be avoided and travel alone after dark is not advised.

• Visitors should lock all hotels and windows late at night and lock car doors if driving throughout the country. All travellers should also obtain a copy of their passport in the event of an emergency occurring.

• Local road and vehicle conditions are considered average to poor and all foreign drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution when driving. Many roads may prove to be poorly signed and lit and travel after dark is not recommended.

For further assistance please contact the Moldovan Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

Moldovan Customs contact information

Address:
30, Columna str.
Chisinau
MD-2001
Republic of Moldova
Telephone: +37322279210 / +37322279213

Website: http://www.customs.gov.md/


For additional information about travel restrictions, security warnings, political updates, and basic travel guidelines, please contact the nearest Moldovan Embassy.

List of Moldovan Embassies all over the world: http://moldova.visahq.co.uk/embassy/United-Kingdom/