Press releases
29/01/2026 Press Releases
Updates on the extension of Temporary Protection
The General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) provides information to citizens with temporary protection status about the latest changes to its extension.
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
Protection of migrant women’s rights discussed at training workshop for migration officers and border police
09/10/2024 | Press Releases
October 9, 2024, Chisinau - The State Secretary Mariana Lucrețeanu, participated in the opening of the training workshop for officers of the General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) and the General Inspectorate of Border Police (GIBP). The event was organized by the Council of Europe and focused on the protection of migrants, asylum-seekers and refugee women.… Continue reading Protection of migrant women’s rights discussed at training workshop for migration officers and border police
Your opinion matters to us
08/10/2024 | Press Releases
We invite you to share your experiences and suggestions related to the services provided by the General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) Your feedback, comments and suggestions are important. 1. Scan the QR code displayed in all GIMM offices and Alien Documentation counters. 2. Follow the link and fill in the questionnaire (Ro/ENG/Ru). 3. Your feedback… Continue reading Your opinion matters to us
Special ranks and distinctions for GIM’s officers
28/08/2024 | Press Releases
Chisinau, August 28, 2024 - On the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Moldova, the General Inspectorate for Migration organized a festive ceremony to recognize the efforts and outstanding performance of its employees. For conscientious attitude towards the duties, professional successes and continuous devotion special distinctions and ranks were awarded… Continue reading Special ranks and distinctions for GIM’s officers
Happy Independence Day, Republic of Moldova!
27/08/2024 | Press Releases
Dear citizens of the Republic of Moldova, dear friends and partners, To celebrate the Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova means, first of all, to honor the courage and determination of those who fought so that today we can build a nation on the foundations of freedom and dignity. For the team of the… Continue reading Happy Independence Day, Republic of Moldova!
An Agreement on readmission ratified between Moldova and Azerbaijan
22/08/2024 | Press Releases
The Cabinet of Ministers ratified the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan on readmission. The agreement was signed by the interior ministers of the two countries on May 24, 2024. Ratification of the agreement will facilitate the procedure of exchange of information, identification and… Continue reading An Agreement on readmission ratified between Moldova and Azerbaijan
New amendments to the Law on Asylum in the Republic of Moldova have entered into force
16/08/2024 | Press Releases
On August 15, 2024, new amendments to Law No. 270 of 2008 on Asylum in the Republic of Moldova entered into force. The amendments concern additions which provide for the fast-track examination of asylum applications lodged by persons who are in extradition proceedings. The new wording of the law provides that the interview of the… Continue reading New amendments to the Law on Asylum in the Republic of Moldova have entered into force
A fair of opportunities on the occasion of the International Youth Day
13/08/2024 | Press Releases
A new edition of the Youth Opportunities Fair, organized in the context of the International Youth Day 2024, took place in Cahul on June 12. GIM's officers used this opportunity to have a dialog with the citizens about the services provided by the General Inspectorate for Migration, migration processes and their impact on Moldovan society.… Continue reading A fair of opportunities on the occasion of the International Youth Day
GIM’s officers on duty
12/08/2024 | Press Releases
Between August 5 and August 11, GIM’s officers granted and/or extended the right of residence for 193 foreign nationals. 244 residence permits were issued, including 14 permanent permits and 230 temporary residence permits. With regard to the supervision of the residence regime of foreigners, 49 contraventional protocols were issued by GIM employees. Call Center employees… Continue reading GIM’s officers on duty
Children at the GIM’s Accommodation Center are ready for the new school year
09/08/2024 | Press Releases
Yesterday, August 8, several families with minor children staying at the GIM’s Accommodation Center received donations from our partners, the Refugee Charity Center and Hope4. Children have received school bags, school supplies and sports shoes, much-needed items that wil facilitate and support them in the schooling process. In turn, a range of women and men,… Continue reading Children at the GIM’s Accommodation Center are ready for the new school year