Moldova
Russia
Russia visa for Moldovan citizens
Entry requirement
Moldovan citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at moldova.mid.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Russian citizens travelling to Moldova
RussiaMoldova Visa-free, 90 days Moldova visa for citizens of Russia
Travel advice for Russia
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Moldova to Russia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Russia at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Russia (updated 18 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Russia (updated 21 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Moldovan citizens can stay in Russia
Moldovan citizens may stay in Russia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Russia.
Russia’s neighbours for Moldovan citizens
Georgia, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Norway and Azerbaijan admit Moldovan citizens visa-free. China and North Korea require Moldovan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Russian citizens travelling to Moldova
Russian citizens do not need a visa for Moldova: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Moldova and Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Moldovan citizens need a visa for Russia?
Moldovan citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Moldovan citizens stay in Russia?
Moldovan citizens can stay in Russia for up to 90 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Moldova?
Russian citizens do not need a visa for Moldova: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Moldovan citizens enter Russia visa-free?
Yes, Moldovan citizens can enter Russia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.