What documents does a South Africa citizen need for a Moldova visa?

- Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from Moldova - Completed online e-Visa application via the Moldovan e-Visa portal - Digital passport-style photo (JPEG, 45x35mm, white background) uploaded with the application - Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter) - Return or onward flight ticket - Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, approx. EUR 30 per day) - Travel/health insurance covering at least EUR 30,000, required for the e-Visa - Biometrics: not required for the e-Visa; fingerprints may be taken on arrival for the national database

What types of visas can South Africa citizens get for Moldova?

- e-Visa Type C (short-stay, tourism/business): single or double entry, valid 90 days from issue, max stay 90 days within 6 months, fee approx. USD 60 - e-Visa Type D (long-stay, work/study): requires supporting documents from a Moldovan sponsor and is processed at the consulate rather than fully online

How do South Africa citizens apply for a Moldova visa?

- Go to the Moldovan e-Visa portal (linked from mfa.gov.md) and create an account - Fill in personal details, travel dates, and upload the passport bio page, photo, and supporting documents - Pay the fee online by credit or debit card - Approval is emailed as a PDF e-Visa — print it and carry it with your passport - No embassy visit or biometrics appointment is required for the short-stay e-Visa

How much does a Moldova visa cost for South Africa citizens?

- e-Visa fee: approximately USD 60, paid online - No separate service fee — payment goes directly through the government portal - Standard processing time: 3-5 business days - Expedited processing (24-72 hours) available for an additional fee of approximately USD 30 - Total estimated cost: USD 60-90 depending on processing speed

What should South Africa citizens know before traveling to Moldova?

- Apply at least 10 working days before travel to allow for standard processing plus any request for extra documents - Common rejection reasons: incorrect photo specs, insufficient proof of funds, and missing accommodation proof - Since Moldova is outside the Schengen area but borders Romania, check separate requirements if transiting Romania or other EU states - Extensions inside Moldova are handled by the Bureau for Migration and Asylum in Chisinau and require a valid reason such as medical grounds or force majeure

Moldova Visa for South Africa Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

South African citizens need an e-Visa to enter Moldova — apply online before departure via the e-Visa portal linked from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs site; fee around USD 60, processing 3-5 business days.

Guide last updated September 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from Moldova
Completed online e-Visa application via the Moldovan e-Visa portal
Digital passport-style photo (JPEG, 45x35mm, white background) uploaded with the application
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Return or onward flight ticket
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, approx. EUR 30 per day)
Travel/health insurance covering at least EUR 30,000, required for the e-Visa
Biometrics: not required for the e-Visa; fingerprints may be taken on arrival for the national database

Visa types

e-Visa Type C (short-stay, tourism/business): single or double entry, valid 90 days from issue, max stay 90 days within 6 months, fee approx. USD 60
e-Visa Type D (long-stay, work/study): requires supporting documents from a Moldovan sponsor and is processed at the consulate rather than fully online

How to apply online

Go to the Moldovan e-Visa portal (linked from mfa.gov.md) and create an account
Fill in personal details, travel dates, and upload the passport bio page, photo, and supporting documents
Pay the fee online by credit or debit card
Approval is emailed as a PDF e-Visa — print it and carry it with your passport
No embassy visit or biometrics appointment is required for the short-stay e-Visa

Fees & processing time

e-Visa fee: approximately USD 60, paid online
No separate service fee — payment goes directly through the government portal
Standard processing time: 3-5 business days
Expedited processing (24-72 hours) available for an additional fee of approximately USD 30
Total estimated cost: USD 60-90 depending on processing speed

Tips for South Africa travelers

Apply at least 10 working days before travel to allow for standard processing plus any request for extra documents
Common rejection reasons: incorrect photo specs, insufficient proof of funds, and missing accommodation proof
Since Moldova is outside the Schengen area but borders Romania, check separate requirements if transiting Romania or other EU states
Extensions inside Moldova are handled by the Bureau for Migration and Asylum in Chisinau and require a valid reason such as medical grounds or force majeure

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.