Moldova Is Preparing To Require Visas For Belarusians
The country is joining the EU.
Moldova may introduce visas for citizens of Belarus and Russia. The reason is the country’s intention to join the EU: to do so, Chisinau needs to gradually bring its visa policy into line with European rules. This was stated by Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, according to TV8.
The prime minister did not specify a timeline for introducing visas for Belarusians and Russians.
“We want to continue on the European path. I’m not ready to give a date. If EU regulations require it, I believe we must make decisions that will allow us to move forward in the process of European integration,” said Tofan.
According to the European Commission’s report, Moldova must align its visa regime with EU rules regarding 11 countries. In addition to Belarus and Russia, the list includes Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Qatar, Tajikistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, and Vanuatu. Currently, citizens of all these countries enter Moldova without visas.
Other candidate countries are already introducing similar restrictions. Starting November 1, Montenegro introduced a visa requirement for Belarusians and Russians, while Albania revoked visa-free travel for Belarusian citizens as early as September 30, 2025.
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