Moldovan visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African passport holders visiting Moldova for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South African citizens to enter Moldova for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Moldova e-visa for South African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Moldova visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Moldova tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Moldova nearest your place of residence.
- Doha: The Embassy of in Doha, ~ 6921.46 kilometers (4300.80 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 38 minutes).
- Tel Aviv: The Embassy of in Tel Aviv, ~ 7076.64 kilometers (4397.22 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
Moldova visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Moldova diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Moldova from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 606 | N/A |
| 2009 | 498 | -17.82% |
| 2010 | 531 | 6.63% |
| 2011 | 623 | 17.33% |
| 2012 | 739 | 18.62% |
| 2013 | 793 | 7.31% |
| 2014 | 779 | -1.77% |
| 2015 | 784 | 0.64% |
| 2016 | 1,004 | 28.06% |
| 2017 | 1,204 | 19.92% |
| 2018 | 1,328 | 10.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Moldova & South Africa comparison
Moldova's area is approximately 32,850 km2 (12,683 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 36.93 times bigger than Moldova.
As of October 2025, Moldova's population is ~4.0 million people - 59,116,874 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Moldova & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Moldova | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,987,572 | 63,104,446 | 59.1 million fewer people live in Moldova than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 124 | Moldova has 98 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 84 | 67 | Moldova passport holders can visit 17 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 40 | 197 | Moldovan hosts 157 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Moldova in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Moldova in 2018 was approximately 1,328.
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