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How to complete the application for extending temporary protection
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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
GIM’s Mobile Team offers full support in documentation of vulnerable groups from Ukraine
06/08/2024 | Press Releases
The GIM’s Mobile Team went on field yesterday to document a Ukrainian man, beneficiary of temporary protection, hospitalized at the District Hospital of Cahul for a more complex surgery. The GIM’s officers registered the Ukrainian citizen and issued his ID card the same day. The document entitles the man to primary and emergency medical care.… Continue reading GIM’s Mobile Team offers full support in documentation of vulnerable groups from Ukraine
Admission for 2024-2025 Academic Year for Foreign Students in Republic of Moldova
06/08/2024 | Press Releases
For young foreigners who want to study in the Republic of Moldova, we have systematized the most relevant information and opportunities in the public education system in the country with reference to this year's admission to studies. Graduates of high schools and colleges have the opportunity to study at 14 universities across the country in… Continue reading Admission for 2024-2025 Academic Year for Foreign Students in Republic of Moldova
GIM, on duty
05/08/2024 | Press Releases
Between July 29 and August 4, GIM’s officers granted and/or extended the right of residence for 198 foreign nationals.
Eleven citizens of India detected in illegal stay
24/07/2024 | Press Releases
În urma verificărilor efectuate în teren, ofițerii de migrație ai Direcției Regionale Nord a IGM au depistat la 22 iulie, în mun. Bălți 11 cetățeni străini originari din India care se aflau în ședere ilegală. Ofițerii IGM au stabilit că bărbații cu vârsta cuprinsă între 20 și 30 au ignorat termenul de ședere acordat pe… Continue reading Eleven citizens of India detected in illegal stay
For the attention of foreign students who want to study in the Republic of Moldova
16/07/2024 | Press Releases
Admission of foreigners to educational institutions in the Republic of Moldova is carried out in accordance with the Education Code of the Republic of Moldova No 152 of 17 July 2014 and the normative acts regulating the admission procedure and the organization of the educational process at all levels of education. Enrollment of foreigners in… Continue reading For the attention of foreign students who want to study in the Republic of Moldova
We wish everyone a very Happy Children’s Day!
01/06/2024 | Press Releases
The General Inspectorate for Migration participates, together with our colleagues from the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ subdivisions, in the events dedicated to the International Children's Day in Chisinau and Balti municipalities.
A GIM officer won gold medal in martial arts
28/05/2024 | Press Releases
Piotr Ibrișim became world amateur martial arts champion at the age of 26. He won the gold medal after defeating a Polish fighter with a leg hold. Piotr Ibrisim competed against athletes from Italy and France in Warsaw. Some 788 athletes from 38 countries took part in the championship.
“Good practices on migrant integration” workshop
28/05/2024 | Press Releases
On 22-23 May 2024, the workshop "Good practices on migrant integration" took place. The training was organised by the General Inspectorate for Migration in partnership with the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), based in Warsaw, Poland.
GIM’s officers successfully completed the initial vocational training
27/05/2024 | Press Releases
Migration officers enhanced their knowledge and improved their skills in ensuring human rights, maintaining public order and security, migration, asylum and integrated border management. For their attitude and performances achieved, 4 officers have been awarded with Diplomas of Mention.
A foreign national suspect in a series of frauds has been detained by GIM’s officers
20/05/2024 | Press Releases
As a result of special investigative measures, the officers of the Residence Supervision Department of the General Inspectorate for Migration (GIM) detained a 44-year-old Azerbaijani man wanted internationally for fraud involving significant property damage.
Celebrating Europe Day in the North
19/05/2024 | Press Releases
The General inspectorate for Migration celebrates Europe Day 2024 in Vasile Alecsandri Square, in Balti.