🇲🇩 Is Moldova safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Moldova: 23 diplomatic missions from 22 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Moldova
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- FCDO advises against all travel to Transnistria; insurance may be void if you travel there against this advice
- Transnistria is not under Moldovan government control and consular support there is extremely limited
- If military action occurs near the Moldova-Ukraine border, FCDO support capacity will be further reduced
- Moldova declared an energy state of emergency on 16 Dec 2024 due to gas supply cut-off from 1 Jan 2025
- Entry allowed for foreign nationals and stateless persons with valid passport or national ID
- Carrying both passport and ID separately is advised to avoid issues if one document is lost or stolen
- Airspace open, but only westbound flights operate (via Romania); eastbound, north and southbound routes unavailable
- Odessa–Chisinau rail route is suspended
Risk areas and situations
- Transnistria: FCDO advises against all travel due to lack of government control and proximity to Ukraine conflict
- Areas near the Moldova-Ukraine border face heightened risk due to widespread military activity in Ukraine
- Travel to Transnistria territory is strongly advised against
- Avoid all public gatherings and demonstrations due to heightened regional tensions and extraordinary restrictions
Health
- No mandatory vaccinations required for entry into Moldova
- Consult a health professional for recommended vaccinations before travelling
Emergency numbers in Moldova
Embassies and consulates in Moldova
23 diplomatic missions from 22 countries, across 3 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇷🇴 Romania | 2 | Cahul, Chisinau |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 1 | Chisinau |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Chisinau |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Chisinau |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Chișinău |
| 🇭🇺 Hungary | 1 | Chișinău |
…and 10 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Moldova is Romanian. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Romanian, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Moldova safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Moldova is 2.14/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Moldova?
The general emergency number in Moldova is 112. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Moldova?
Telcomia tracks 23 diplomatic missions from 22 countries in Moldova, across 3 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.