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Temporary protection

The Government of the Republic of Moldova grants temporary protection to displaced persons from Ukraine. This is an exceptional measure to provide an immediate form of protection including access to services to persons who meet the eligibility criteria.

Who can apply for temporary protection?
Ukrainian nationals residing in Ukraine before 24 February 2022.
Ukrainian nationals who were in the Republic of Moldova before 24 February 2022.
Stateless persons recognized by the Ukrainian authorities before 24 February 2022.
Non-Ukrainian nationals benefitting from protection (international or equivalent national protection) granted by the Ukrainian authorities before 24 February 2022, and who cannot safely return to their country of origin.
Family members of the persons mentioned above.

Which documents do I need to apply for temporary protection?
An identity document issued by the Ukrainian authorities.
Proof of residency in the Republic of Moldova.
If needed, civil status documents. If any of your family members do not meet the above criteria, you will need to provide proof of relationship, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate.

As a beneficiary of temporary protection, you have the right to:
Remain on the territory of the Republic of Moldova for a limited period of time (until 01.03.2024);
Work;
Accommodation in the Temporary placement centres for persons in need;
Primary and emergency healthcare;
Education for children; and
Social assistance services.

As a beneficiary of temporary protection, you are obliged to:
Respect the law of the Republic of Moldova, without violating the rights and freedoms of other persons, and to behave in a civilised manner, respecting the rules established by the authorities.
Respond to the requests of the state authorities.
Inform the General Inspectorate of Migration in case of voluntary return to Ukraine, or obtaining another form of protection in another country.
Inform the General Inspectorate of Migration within 10 days about any change of legal status, civil status, change of residence in the Republic of Moldova, loss or damage of the temporary protection ID document.