Moldova Epidemiological Card
Complete your Moldova Epidemiological Card online before travel — submit electronically up to 72 hours before crossing the border for faster entry checks.
What Is the Moldova Epidemiological Card?
The Moldova Epidemiological Card is Moldova’s electronic health-entry form designed to record basic health and travel information for people crossing the state border. Introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic as an electronic replacement for paper screening forms and manual health declarations, the card centralises traveller health data for triage at land and air entry points and is managed by Moldovan health and border authorities. The system has evolved from ad-hoc paper checks to a centralised online submission step that travellers are asked to complete before arrival.
Apply online through the official portal referenced by Moldovan authorities (the e-card portal and procedural guidance are published by the Ministry of Internal Affairs) or use DoVisa for guided completion and confirmation checks. After you submit the e-card you will receive an electronic confirmation — typically an email receipt or reference number — confirming your submission. Bring that confirmation when you travel: airlines or border staff may ask to see proof of submission at check-in or at immigration counters.
The Moldova Epidemiological Card is a health screening registration, not a visa or entry permit. It does not replace passport, visa, or immigration requirements but is an additional pre-arrival health step that helps speed routine checks at the border. Moldovan authorities have at times updated the submission window and fields — public notices have required electronic submission before crossing, and some procedural updates were published in official operating procedures for border points.
For full entry rules and to check whether you also need a visa see Moldova visa information and the Ministry of Internal Affairs procedural annex at mai.gov.md procedural PDF. When you’re ready to complete the government e-card with expert guidance, Apply now.
Who Needs the Moldova Epidemiological Card?
Who Needs It
- All travellers entering the Republic of Moldova by air, land or rail who will clear border controls
- Foreign nationals and stateless persons crossing into Moldova for short visits or longer stays
- Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes the card on behalf of each child)
Who Is Exempt
- Moldovan nationals (citizens of the Republic of Moldova)
- Airline and vessel crew on active official duty
- Diplomatic and official passport holders travelling on government business
Moldova Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport should be issued in the last 10 years and be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from Moldova — follow the checklist on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vaccination & Health Requirements
No routine vaccinations are required for entry. There is no yellow fever risk and a vaccination certificate is not generally required; check the CDC traveller page for health recommendations: CDC Moldova.
Customs & Prohibited Items
Moldovan customs prohibit the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods and other items listed by Customs. Declare high-value goods and follow rules in the official customs guide: Moldova Customs.
Drones & Electronics
Certain electronic items including drones may require prior permission or declaration — check customs and aviation rules before bringing drones into Moldova and carry related permits if needed.
Epidemiological Card Submission
Submit the electronic epidemiological card within 72 hours (3 days) before crossing into Moldova as required by recent procedural guidance. Use the government submission portal or DoVisa for guided help and confirmation.
Travel Tips for Moldova Visitors
Moldova is a landlocked Eastern European country known for rolling vineyards and the capital Chișinău. Most international travellers arrive at Chișinău International Airport (KIV). Bălți/Beltsy has a secondary international airport with international service (listed in airport directories).
- Best time to visit: late spring to early autumn (May–September) for mild weather and vineyard season.
- Currency: Moldovan Leu (MDL). Credit cards are accepted in cities; carry some MDL for rural areas—USD may be accepted at tourist services but is not guaranteed.
- Language: Romanian is the official language; English is commonly spoken in hotels, tourist services and larger businesses.
- Time zone: Eastern European Time (GMT+2), switching to GMT+3 in summer for daylight saving.
- Transport: Taxis and minibuses connect KIV to Chișinău; prebook airport transfers if you have an early border crossing or domestic connection.
- Local customs: Modest dress is appropriate for official buildings and religious sites; small gifts are appreciated when visiting families or guesthouses.
- Documents: Keep a printed or offline copy of your epidemiological card confirmation — border Wi‑Fi can be unreliable.
- Safety: Follow embassy travel advice and register with your consulate if staying long-term — up-to-date advisories are on embassy pages.
"I completed the Moldova Epidemiological Card three days before departure and received an email confirmation the same day. Airline checked the reference at my departure airport and immigration at Chișinău (KIV) accepted the confirmation."
"Easy online process — filled the e-card on my phone and got a confirmation number. Border staff at KIV scanned my submission during arrival and everything was quick."
"Did the e-card for a family trip. Support helped when one child had a different passport name. Confirmation arrived via email and we showed it at immigration in Chișinău."
"Used DoVisa to submit the Moldova Epidemiological Card before crossing the land border. The form was straightforward and the confirmation saved a lot of time at the checkpoint."
"Submission process was clear but I had to re-enter my accommodation details once. Customer support responded quickly to confirm the correction before travel."
"Perfect for a quick business trip — completed the e-card and kept the email receipt on my phone. Departure staff asked to see it during check-in at my home airport."
"Helpful guidance to find the government portal. The confirmation reference is what border officers requested at KIV — have it ready on arrival."
"Photo upload was a bit fussy and I had to resize a file. Support helped and the submission was accepted — minor annoyance but resolved before travel."
"For our vineyard tour we all completed the Moldova Epidemiological Card separately. Confirmation emails arrived for everyone and immigration checks were straightforward."
"Quick and reliable. The guided form made sure my passport details and arrival point were correct — saved time at the border crossing into Chișinău."
"I completed the Moldova Epidemiological Card three days before departure and received an email confirmation the same day. Airline checked the reference at my departure airport and immigration at Chișinău (KIV) accepted the confirmation."
"Easy online process — filled the e-card on my phone and got a confirmation number. Border staff at KIV scanned my submission during arrival and everything was quick."
"Did the e-card for a family trip. Support helped when one child had a different passport name. Confirmation arrived via email and we showed it at immigration in Chișinău."
Moldova Epidemiological Card: Frequently Asked Questions
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Check Price & Apply NowSources & References
- Ministry of Internal Affairs — Procedural annex (epidemiological screening guidance)
- U.S. Embassy in Moldova — Entry Requirements
- Moldova Customs — Import and export of goods
- CDC — Moldova Traveler Health Information
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Types of visas / requirements
- U.S. Department of State — Moldova country information
- Government and local reporting on electronic epidemiological card requirements