Press releases
26/02/2025 Press Releases
Temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine extended until March 1, 2026
On February 26, 2025, the Government of the Republic of Moldova decided to extend the temporary protection granted to displaced persons from Ukraine for another year until March 1, 2026. The important changes that are implemented as of March 1, 2025: 1. The categories of beneficiaries have been extended - Temporary protection will also be… Continue reading Temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine extended until March 1, 2026
Temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine extended until March 1, 2026
26/02/2025 | Press Releases
On February 26, 2025, the Government of the Republic of Moldova decided to extend the temporary protection granted to displaced persons from Ukraine for another year until March 1, 2026. The important changes that are implemented as of March 1, 2025: 1. The categories of beneficiaries have been extended - Temporary protection will also be… Continue reading Temporary protection for displaced persons from Ukraine extended until March 1, 2026
Clarifications on the process of issuing identity documents for foreigners
19/02/2025 | Press Releases
Following the numerous requests for clarification received on the hotline of the General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM), we come with the following clarifications: From February 17 to April 1, 2025, the IGM informs that the process of submission of applications for the granting of the right of residence will continue according to the usual regime.… Continue reading Clarifications on the process of issuing identity documents for foreigners
Changes to the process for issuing identity documents for foreign nationals
17/02/2025 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) informs the public that, following the amendments made by Law no.68/2024 amending Law no.273/1994 on identity documents in the national passport system, there will be changes in the process of issuing identity documents for foreign citizens. In this context, we inform you of the following: 1. Accompanying sheets for… Continue reading Changes to the process for issuing identity documents for foreign nationals
Strengthening the dialog between the General Inspectorate for Migration and EU Member States
13/02/2025 | Cooperation, Press Releases
On 12 February, the management of the General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) had an official meeting with the EU4Law Enforcement - Moldova project team, funded by the European Union and implemented under the coordination of France (as lead) and Lithuania, led by Ms. Sophie Dagand, representative of the European Union. The project aims to support… Continue reading Strengthening the dialog between the General Inspectorate for Migration and EU Member States
To the attention of economic operators and documented foreign nationals at work
07/02/2025 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration reminds the economic agents and foreigners working in regions other than Chisinau municipality that they are obliged to apply to the territorial subdivision of the General Inspectorate for Migration corresponding to the area where they work or where their employees are domiciled. Here are the areas of competence of the… Continue reading To the attention of economic operators and documented foreign nationals at work
E-Filling Service: Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Republic of Moldova
06/02/2025 | Press Releases
Legal entities with foreign investments registered in the Republic of Moldova, as well as persons with managerial positions, now have the possibility to submit online the application for granting and extension of the right of temporary residence on the territory of the country. The remote application option is available on the e-migrare.gov.md platform, managed by… Continue reading E-Filling Service: Opportunities for Foreign Investors in the Republic of Moldova
The Single Counter of Documentation of Foreigners located in mun. Chisinau changes its location
26/12/2024 | Press Releases
To the attention of the beneficiaries of the General Inspectorate for Migration services, the Single Counter of Documentation of Foreigners located in mun. Chisinau, changes its location. We are continuously improving our services for you. In order to optimize working spaces and improve reception conditions, the Single Counter of Documentation of Foreigners of the Regional Directorate Center, beginning from… Continue reading The Single Counter of Documentation of Foreigners located in mun. Chisinau changes its location
Fraud alert!
11/12/2024 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (IGM) informs you that it has been alerted to the existence of two fraudulent websites, https://www.evisa-md.com and https://invitation-md.com, which provide unauthorized services to obtain online invitations and visas for foreign citizens intending to enter or transit through the territory of the Republic of Moldova. We specify that both sites represent illegal activities, being… Continue reading Fraud alert!
The main advantages of the asylum system in the Republic of Moldova
29/10/2024 | Press Releases
There are many reasons why a person may decide to leave their country of origin and seek protection in another country. But they are all based on a strong principle of humanity that transcends any geographical boundaries. All of us want to live in a world where, if we feel in danger, we know that… Continue reading The main advantages of the asylum system in the Republic of Moldova
The GIM’s management hearing program has been adjusted
22/10/2024 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration is meeting the needs of the beneficiaries in order to improve the dialog with the local community and foreigners throughout the country. The hearing hours of the GIM's management including those of the regional directorates have been extended. We invite you to book an appointment to discuss any concerns and… Continue reading The GIM’s management hearing program has been adjusted
Who is an asylum seeker and what are the criteria by which protection in the Republic of Moldova could be granted
21/10/2024 | Press Releases
According to the definition, an asylum seeker is a person who has arrived in another country and seeks the protection of the state he or she has just entered, because they cannot return to their country of origin due to serious risks to life or freedom. These are serious risks related to war, political persecution,… Continue reading Who is an asylum seeker and what are the criteria by which protection in the Republic of Moldova could be granted
Right of residence for victims of trafficking in human beings
16/10/2024 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration grants victims of human trafficking the right to stay legally on the territory of the Republic of Moldova. This service is a measure for the protection of victims’ rights, namely those of women and children witnesses of crimes or particularly vulnerable persons. The right of provisional stay for victims of… Continue reading Right of residence for victims of trafficking in human beings
Modified opening hours at the Foreigners Documentation Counter
11/10/2024 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration informs that in order to optimize the work process of the Foreigners' Documentation Couter, the timetable for issuance of documents has been changed. We kindly ask the applicants who use the services provided by the GIM at the Foreigners' Documentation Counter at 124 Stefan cel Mare Bvd, in Chisinau to… Continue reading Modified opening hours at the Foreigners Documentation Counter
Continuous training of migration officers
10/10/2024 | Press Releases
A group of officers of the General Inspectorate for Migration have been trained in the course "Migration and Asylum", organized by the "Stefan cel Mare" Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The teaching purposes included legislative provisions on the documentation of foreigners, strategies for migration management, combating illegal migration and illegal stay, regulation of… Continue reading Continuous training of migration officers
Interior Ministry and GIM leaders paid a working visit to the north of the country
09/10/2024 | Press Releases
Tuesday, October 8 - The State Secretary Mariana Lucreteanu, together with the head of the General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) Valentin Fiodorov met with the employees of the NORTH Regional Directorate of the GIM, to get informed about the work of the subdivision and to assess the services provided to foreigners in the region. The… Continue reading Interior Ministry and GIM leaders paid a working visit to the north of the country
