Obtain Temporary Residence in Chisinau

Published on: January 05, 2025

How to Obtain Temporary Residence in Chisinau, Moldova

1. Entry Requirements

Ensure you have a valid passport.
Depending on your nationality, you may need a visa to enter Moldova. Check with a Moldovan consulate or embassy.

2. Secure a Valid Reason for Residence

You will need a legal basis for your temporary residence permit, such as:

Employment: A job offer or contract from a Moldovan employer.
Study: Enrollment in an accredited Moldovan educational institution.
Business: Registration of a company or investment in Moldova.
Family Reunification: Joining a family member who is a Moldovan citizen or holds a valid residence permit.

3. Secure Housing

When the intended tenant signs an official lease apartment agreement via CVS.md, the property owner will register the signed agreement with the Fiscal Office. The owner will then provide the tenant with an ID number of registration.

This ID number serves as proof of a legal stay in Chisinau and enables the tenant to officially register for a temporary residence permit at the Migration Bureau.

4. Gather Required Documents

The necessary documents typically include:

Completed application form.
Valid passport (and visa, if applicable).
Proof of purpose:
- Employment: Work contract and employer's authorization.
- Study: Admission letter and proof of payment of tuition fees.
- Business: Business registration certificate and proof of investment.
- Family: Proof of relationship (e.g., marriage certificate, birth certificate).
Proof of accommodation: Include the lease agreement and the registration ID provided by the property owner.
Medical insurance covering your stay in Moldova.
Proof of financial means to support yourself.
Clean criminal record certificate from your home country.

5. Submit Your Application

Apply at the Migration and Asylum Bureau of Moldova within 90 days of entering the country. Pay the required application fees.

6. Undergo an Interview

You may be required to attend an interview at the Migration Bureau.

7. Wait for Processing

Processing times vary but usually take 30–45 days. Once approved, you'll receive your temporary residence card.

8. Follow-Up Requirements

Temporary residence permits are typically valid for 1 year and must be renewed annually.
Notify the Migration Bureau of any changes in your circumstances (e.g., address, employer).

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