Press releases
01/02/2026 Press Releases
Attention to beneficiaries of temporary protection
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
GIM Answers: Top 5 most frequently asked questions
25/04/2025 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) answers the top 5 most frequently asked questions recently posed by foreigners to the GIM Hotline. We regularly provide answers and clarity on topics of concern to GIM beneficiaries. What conditions must be met in order for a rental agreement to be considered legal? In order for a rental… Continue reading GIM Answers: Top 5 most frequently asked questions
Recommendations for foreign citizens visiting Moldova during the 2025 Easter holidays
17/04/2025 | Press Releases
During the Easter holidays, the General Inspectorate for Migration provides some travel recommendations for the Republic of Moldova. Make sure that: For more clarifications, visit the official website of the Inspectorate at www.igm.gov.md or call the IGM Call Center’s Green Line at 373-22-820-007. Stay informed through official sources and travel safely!
Recommendations for foreign citizens visiting Moldova during the 2025 Easter holidays
14/04/2025 | Press Releases
Considering the upcoming religious holidays in the Republic of Moldova – Easter on the 21st of April and Memorial Day (Paștele Blajinilor) on the 28th of April, which are vacation days, we kindly urge you to plan your stay in Moldova to avoid any potential situations of illegal stay in the country. To prevent exceeding… Continue reading Recommendations for foreign citizens visiting Moldova during the 2025 Easter holidays
GIM Answers: Top 5 most frequently asked questions
10/04/2025 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) answers the top 5 most frequently asked questions recently posed by foreigners to the GIM Hotline. We regularly provide answers and clarity on topics of concern to GIM beneficiaries. The application for granting the right of temporary residence must be submitted to the GIM at least 15 calendar days… Continue reading GIM Answers: Top 5 most frequently asked questions
GIM answers: Top 5 frequently asked questions
14/03/2025 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) answers to the top 5 frequently asked questions asked by foreigners to the GIM Hotline recently. We answer regularly and provide clarity on topics of concern to GIM beneficiaries. If the foreigner is a citizen of the European Union, he/she can obtain the right and residence permit for the… Continue reading GIM answers: Top 5 frequently asked questions
IGM services – now a click away
12/03/2025 | Press Releases
The Inspectorate General for Migration (IGM) focuses its efforts on the continuous improvement of the services offered, constantly adapting to the needs and expectations of its beneficiaries. With this in mind, we have developed and improved the Earlyone application to ensure a simpler and faster experience in interacting with the IGM. Through the Earlyone platform,… Continue reading IGM services – now a click away
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