Press releases
26/03/2026 Press Releases
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The General Inspectorate for Migration informs that the procedure regarding the documentation of foreign citizens for employment purposes has been modified. The new procedure is applicable to all economic agents, regardless of the number of foreign nationals to be documented. In order to avoid crowding and optimize the flow of people at the Central Regional… Continue reading Untitled
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26/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration informs that the procedure regarding the documentation of foreign citizens for employment purposes has been modified. The new procedure is applicable to all economic agents, regardless of the number of foreign nationals to be documented. In order to avoid crowding and optimize the flow of people at the Central Regional… Continue reading Untitled
Gender Equality Guide for Foreigners in the Republic of Moldova
26/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) has developed the Gender Equality Guide for foreigners residing in the territory of the Republic of Moldova. This guide provides practical information and recommendations to understand and promote gender equality, protect against discrimination, harassment, and violence, and actively integrate into the community. The guide explains concepts related to gender… Continue reading Gender Equality Guide for Foreigners in the Republic of Moldova
Attention to persons displaced from Ukraine
12/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration has established that, in the public space, companies and individuals have appeared offering assistance services for obtaining or extending temporary protection, requesting money from persons displaced from Ukraine. At the same time, the General Inspectorate for Migration repeatedly informs that the service of obtaining or extending temporary protection is absolutely… Continue reading Attention to persons displaced from Ukraine
Attention – Fake website targeting displaced persons from Ukraine!
11/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) informs that it has identified the existence of a fraudulent website – https://protectietemporara.md/ – which claims to provide, for a fee, services for extending temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine. Please note that this website is not administered by the General Inspectorate for Migration nor by any public… Continue reading Attention – Fake website targeting displaced persons from Ukraine!
Foreigners from Ungheni will be served at the Northern Regional Office in Balti
11/03/2026 | Press Releases
Due to the high number of requests at the Single Counter Desk for Foreigners of the Central Regional Office of the General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM), foreign nationals from Ungheni district will now be served by the Northern Regional Office of the GIM, located in Balti, 9 Moscovei Street. This measure is intended to reduce… Continue reading Foreigners from Ungheni will be served at the Northern Regional Office in Balti
Dedicated program for the documentation of European Union citizens
04/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) informs that, during the period of 18 March – 1 April, a dedicated schedule will be implemented for receiving applications for residence cards from European Union citizens seeking documentation in the Republic of Moldova. This measure aims to ensure an efficient and well-organized administrative process, enhance applicants’ comfort, reduce… Continue reading Dedicated program for the documentation of European Union citizens
In attention of employers and foreign nationals who have a residence permit for work
03/03/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) informs you that starting from March 2, a temporary procedure applies to economic agents employing foreign nationals (minimum 5 employees), as well as to foreign nationals currently undergoing the process of obtaining the right of temporary stay for employment purposes. This temporary measure is meant to shorten waiting times… Continue reading In attention of employers and foreign nationals who have a residence permit for work
Collection of biometric data for extending temporary protection – also at GIM offices in the regions
27/02/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) informs that, to avoid queues and long waiting times, beneficiaries of temporary protection who have requested its extension and need to appear with minors for biometric data collection can also schedule appointments at the territorial offices of GIM through the administrative procedure. Important recommendation:When filling out the application for… Continue reading Collection of biometric data for extending temporary protection – also at GIM offices in the regions
Frequently Asked Questions about Temporary Protection and Status Extension
17/02/2026 | Press Releases
We have gathered the most frequently asked questions about temporary protection and its extension to provide clarity and support to those who need information during this process. We understand that these procedures may seem complicated and confusing, so we have tried to answer as simply as possible.Whether you are applying for temporary protection or planning… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions about Temporary Protection and Status Extension
Important information regarding mandatory health insurance for foreign citizens
05/02/2026 | Press Releases
Foreign citizens who are not employed and who have been granted the right of permanent and/or temporary residence in the territory of the Republic of Moldova for family reunification, studies, humanitarian, volunteer, or religious activities, are obliged to obtain individual health insurance by paying the fixed amount of the Mandatory Health Insurance (MHI) premium within… Continue reading Important information regarding mandatory health insurance for foreign citizens
How to complete the application for extending temporary protection
04/02/2026 | Press Releases
Below, we explain and demonstrate step by step how you can apply for an extension of temporary protection. Don’t forget! Before clicking the submit button, it is important to:
Important information regarding the extension of temporary protection via the online platform
03/02/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration informs that the online platform https://protectietemporara.gov.md is operational and is under continuous updating. Beneficiaries of temporary protection can complete and submit applications for the extension of temporary protection through the platform. When filling out the form, users can select their preferred language. The form must be completed fully and exclusively… Continue reading Important information regarding the extension of temporary protection via the online platform
Attention to beneficiaries of temporary protection
01/02/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration informs that, due to technical reasons, the online platform https://protectietemporara.gov.md is temporarily unavailable. We kindly ask you to wait until the technical issues are resolved, after which you will be able to correctly apply for the extension of temporary protection through the online platform. We recommend that you use exclusively… Continue reading Attention to beneficiaries of temporary protection
Updates on the extension of Temporary Protection
29/01/2026 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) provides information to citizens with temporary protection status about the latest changes to its extension.
Temporary protection for displaced people from Ukraine will be extended
28/01/2026 | Press Releases
The Government approved today, during its meeting, a set of important amendments regarding the temporary protection regime granted to persons displaced from Ukraine.The proposal responds to an ongoing humanitarian and security reality that continues to affect thousands of refugees, for whom the Republic of Moldova has become a place of safety. The central element of… Continue reading Temporary protection for displaced people from Ukraine will be extended