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Moldova Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Zambian citizens need a visa to enter Moldova, applied for through the nearest Moldovan embassy or consulate; the standard short-stay visa fee is around EUR 60, with processing typically taking up to 10 working days.

Guide last updated September 27, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from Moldova, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed visa application form
  • One recent passport-size photo (35x45mm, white background)
  • Travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Round-trip flight itinerary
  • Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds
  • Biometrics (fingerprints, photo) collected at the embassy or visa application centre

Visa types

  • Short-Stay Visa (Type C) — single or multiple entry, valid up to 90 days per 180-day period, fee approx EUR 60
  • Business Visa — similar category, requires an invitation letter from a Moldovan company
  • Long-Stay Visa (Type D) — for stays over 90 days (work, study), issued directly by Moldovan authorities

How to apply

  • Since Moldova has no embassy in Zambia, applicants typically apply through the nearest Moldovan diplomatic mission in the region or an authorized visa centre
  • Book an appointment, submit the application in person with biometrics and supporting documents
  • Pay the visa fee at the embassy or visa centre
  • Standard processing takes up to 10 working days; complex cases may take longer
  • Interview generally not required for tourist visas

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: approx EUR 60 (~USD 65) for a standard short-stay visa
  • Visa application centre service fee (if applicable): approx EUR 20-30
  • Total estimated cost: EUR 60-90 depending on routing
  • Standard processing: up to 10 working days
  • Express processing (where offered) can reduce this to 2-3 working days for an additional fee

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply at least 4 weeks ahead given the need to route through a regional embassy
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient funds, unclear travel purpose, weak proof of ties to Zambia
  • Confirm the currently designated mission handling Zambian applications before travel to submit documents
  • Carry printed copies of all documents, since regional processing can involve document transfer between offices
  • Extensions beyond 90 days are handled by the Bureau for Migration and Asylum in Chisinau and require justification

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.