The General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) answers the top 5 frequently asked questions received recently from foreigners via the IGM Green Line. We will continue to regularly address and clarify topics of interest for IGM beneficiaries.
- Where should foreigners go if they want to apply for asylum?
Foreigners who wish to apply for asylum must do so in person at one of the regional offices of the General Inspectorate for Migration or other competent authorities, such as the Border Police under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, police stations, institutions subordinated to the National Administration of Penitentiaries, or provisional detention facilities under law enforcement authorities.
- How can someone obtain stateless person status?
The procedure for recognizing stateless status may be initiated ex officio by the General Inspectorate for Migration or upon the request of a person who claims to have no citizenship. Depending on the case, the General Inspectorate for Migration will issue either a decision recognizing stateless status or a decision rejecting the request for recognition.
- How should a criminal record certificate be apostilled or legalized?
The list of countries, entities, and territorial authorities, as well as the procedures for recognizing official documents issued by the authorities of other states for use in the Republic of Moldova, and those issued by Moldovan authorities for use abroad, can be found on the official website:
https://mfa.gov.md/ro/content/lista-statelor-si-modul-de-recunoastere-actelor-oficiale
- Is a foreigner with a residence permit required to purchase a medical insurance policy?
The General Inspectorate for Migration recommends purchasing a medical insurance policy.
Please note that foreigners mentioned in Article 2, paragraph (1), letters a)–c) of Law no. 274/2011 on the Integration of Foreigners—those employed in Moldova under an individual employment contract based on national legislation, holders of permanent residence rights in Moldova, as well as beneficiaries of international protection—have the same rights and obligations regarding mandatory health insurance as Moldovan citizens.
For any additional information, you can call 0800 99999.
- I have crossed the state border of the Republic of Moldova illegally. Where should I go?
If you have entered the territory of the Republic of Moldova without passing through a border crossing point, you must immediately report this situation to the nearest border crossing point or one of the territorial subdivisions of the General Inspectorate of the Border Police (GIBP).
If you are in Chișinău, you can go directly to the GIBP headquarters at 19 Petricani Street, where you will receive the necessary guidance. This procedure is mandatory and contributes to resolving your situation legally.
If you have any other concerns, you can call the IGM Green Line operators at 0 8000 2715, who will help you find the best solution.
