Poland→Moldova
Poland to Moldova
Do I need a visa for Moldova?
Polish citizens do not need a visa or any electronic travel authorisation to enter Moldova for a tourism visit of up to 90 days. This visa‑free entry does not permit paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
You may enter on a Polish passport, a Polish national identity card or a Polish temporary passport. A driving licence is not accepted for entry and will not be sufficient at the border.
Your travel document must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for Moldova?
No vaccinations are required to enter Moldova. Health authorities recommend vaccination against hepatitis A.
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
A single entry permits a stay of up to 90 days. The 90‑day allowance is measured within a six‑month period starting from the date of first entry.
Information on extending a stay or on penalties for overstaying is not provided here; paid work and study are not permitted on this visa‑free entry.
Can children travel on this route?
Travellers under 18 who travel with a family member or a third party must carry a notarised letter of parental consent.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip to Moldova but it is not a condition of entry for Polish tourists.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my national ID or my driving licence to enter?
A Polish passport, a Polish national identity card, or a Polish temporary passport are all accepted travel documents for entry to Moldova. A driving licence is not accepted and will not be sufficient for border control.
How long must my passport be valid?
Moldovan authorities require that your travel document be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry. That validity is measured from the date you enter Moldova.
Do I need to fill in an arrival card or register on arrival?
No arrival card or online entry form is required for this route. There is no arrival registration or entry card to complete on arrival for a short tourist visit.
Will I need to prove I have enough money?
You will not be asked to show proof of funds on this route. Polish travellers on short tourist visits are not required to present bank statements or cash to enter Moldova.
Are any vaccinations required or recommended?
No vaccinations are mandatory for entry to Moldova. Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended.
Do I have to buy travel insurance before I go?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip but it is not a condition of entry to Moldova for Polish tourists.
Can I extend my stay or work while I’m there?
If you plan to stay longer than one entry permits, the one‑entry limit is 90 days; extension procedures are not described here. Paid work and study are not permitted on this visa‑free entry.
What documents does my child need to travel?
Travellers under 18 need a notarised letter of parental consent if travelling with a family member or a third party. Make sure the consent is notarised as required.
Is there an entry fee or tourist tax?
There is no entry fee or tourist tax recorded for this route in the sources provided.
Does anything change if I go via Transnistria (Naddniestrze)?
If you plan to cross into or travel via Transnistria (Naddniestrze), note that a national identity card may not be accepted at entry to that territory and local registration rules differ; check specific rules before you travel through that region.
What happens if my passport is damaged or nearly full?
If your passport is damaged or missing pages you risk refusal at check‑in or at the border. Carry a valid passport, ID card or temporary passport in good condition for travel to Moldova.
Where can I get help from Moldovan authorities before I travel?
You can seek consular help from the Moldovan embassy or consulate in Poland; the embassy’s website is listed as a source for consular assistance, not as an alternate application route.
What will immigration officers actually check at the border?
Border officers may check your travel document and the notarised parental consent for minors at check‑in and on arrival. Carry the original notarised consent if a child is travelling with someone other than both parents.
How is the 90‑day limit measured?
Polish nationals may stay up to 90 days on a single entry; the 90 days are counted within a six‑month period starting from the date of first entry.
Where do I get the visa?
No permission or application is required before travel for this short tourist visit; you travel with your travel document only. Moldova maintains an embassy/consulate in Poland for consular assistance.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 5, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 3 months beyond your trip.
- 2Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent with Notary
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Moldova — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
More about Moldova
Europe
- Capital
- Chisinau
- Currency
- Moldovan Leu (MDL)
- Known for
- Wine, Orthodox Churches, Rich Traditions
- Food
- Mămăligă,Placinte,Zeama