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Moldova Travel Guide

Europe

Chișinău Capital
MDL Currency
Romanian Language
+373 Calling Code
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free Entry For Eu Countries And Others For Stays Up To 90 Days.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Pickpocketing Risk Medium
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Overpriced taxi fares
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 902
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Rare
Pharmacy Limited Hours
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Ride-sharing Apps Bolt
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10-15% In Restaurants Is Common.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $30 Tourist: $70 Family: $200

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Alcohol Is Accepted; Drugs Are Illegal.
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsCorruption

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Bună
Boo-nuh
Goodbye
La revedere
Lah reh-veh-deh-reh
Please
Te rog
Teh rog
Thank you
Mulțumesc
Mool-tzoo-mesk
Sorry
Îmi pare rău
Uh-mee pah-reh ruh-oo
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Vorbiți engleză?
Vor-beetz eng-leh-zah?
I don’t understand
Nu înțeleg
Noo un-tze-leg
Can you speak slowly, please?
Puteți vorbi mai încet, vă rog?
Poo-tetz vor-bee my in-chet, vah rog?
Can you help me, please?
Mă puteți ajuta, vă rog?
Muh poo-tetz ah-zoo-tah, vah rog?
What does this mean?
Ce înseamnă asta?
Che un-seam-nuh ah-stah?

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Top Attractions

Nature

Orheiul Vechi

An archaeological complex with stunning landscapes.

~2 h ~US$5
Landmark

Stephen the Great Monument

A prominent historic monument in the city center.

~1 h Free entry
City guide Bălți
Nature

Cahul City Park

A large park perfect for walking and relaxation.

~1 h Free entry
City guide Cahul

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