Moldova travel advice – GOV.UK

The FCDO advises versus all travel to Transnistria

There is common armed forces exercise in Ukraine, which include in areas close to some Moldovan borders. Transnistria is outside the house the control of the Moldovan authorities. Our means to offer you consular aid within just this region is very minimal, and in the event of armed service action on/around the border with Ukraine, would be further more reduced. From 28 February, all checkpoints concerning Ukraine and the Transnistria region have quickly shut. All other border crossings into Moldova remain open. See Basic safety and safety

It is additional essential than ever to get journey insurance policy and verify it supplies suitable go over. See the FCDO’s steerage on foreign travel insurance.

The FCDO advises British nationals in Ukraine to go away immediately if they decide it is safe and sound to do so. You really should not attempt to cross into Ukraine from Moldova. See Security and protection

The Uk is supporting the multilateral humanitarian energy, led by UNHCR, and also presenting functional bilateral support. If you or your organisation are thinking about furnishing humanitarian help to Ukrainians in Moldova, test information and facts on current assist and techniques to guide further on GOV.United kingdom and the formal webpages from the Moldovan Government (mostly Romanian and Russian only). This is specially vital if you are considering bringing in humanitarian materials (Romanian and Russian language only).

In February 2022 Moldovan authorities declared a Point out of Emergency in light of regional disaster, which is even now in put. We will update this Travel Advice when that alterations.

Because autumn 2022 there have been standard political demonstrations in central Chisinau, and at times in other places. These are probably to continue. They have been little in scale, and usually peaceful and properly-policed. Because February 2023, there have been stories and proof of organised attempts by selected teams to use these kinds of demonstrations as a cover for producing disturbances. You are recommended to remain away from all political demonstrations.

The Moldovan authorities strictly implement penalties (including deportation) towards these who overstay. See Entry demands

You should be vigilant to petty criminal offense, notably in Chisinau. Leave your passport, vacation documents and other beneficial merchandise in a safe and sound spot, and carry a photocopy of your passport for identification functions. See Crime

There are sturdy penalties for possession or use of drugs. Avoid having images of military or govt installations. See Local legislation and customs

Whilst there’s no current background of terrorism in Moldova, attacks are not able to be dominated out. See Terrorism

If you’re abroad and you have to have unexpected emergency help from the United kingdom govt, get in touch with the nearest British embassy, consulate or significant fee.