Moldovan visa for Russian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Russian passport holders visiting Moldova for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Moldova for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Moldova e-visa for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Moldova visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
Moldova tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Moldova.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Moldova.
If you are looking for Moldova visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Russia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Moldova nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of Moldova in Moscow, Russia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 25 minutes)
Moldova visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Moldova diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Moldova from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 307,980 | N/A |
| 2009 | 320,551 | 4.08% |
| 2010 | 298,552 | -6.86% |
| 2011 | 304,838 | 2.11% |
| 2012 | 323,693 | 6.19% |
| 2013 | 307,980 | -4.85% |
| 2014 | 317,408 | 3.06% |
| 2015 | 326,836 | 2.97% |
| 2016 | 301,695 | -7.69% |
| 2017 | 314,266 | 4.17% |
| 2018 | 311,123 | -1.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Moldova & Russia comparison
Moldova's area is approximately 32,850 km2 (12,683 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 498.53 times bigger than Moldova.
As of October 2025, Moldova's population is ~4.0 million people - 142,238,758 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Moldova & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Moldova | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,987,572 | 146,226,330 | 142.2 million fewer people live in Moldova than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 242 | Moldova has 216 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 84 | 78 | Moldova passport holders can visit 6 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 242 | Moldovan hosts 202 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Moldova in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Moldova in 2018 was approximately 311,123.
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