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D/IT — Long-Stay IT Specialist Visa

Skilled Migration Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

€80 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

12 months (initial entry)

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

The D/IT Long-Stay IT Specialist Visa was established to support the growth of Moldova's technology sector, specifically under the framework of Law no. 77/2016 regarding information technology parks. This legislation was created to incentivize digital innovation and attract foreign expertise by providing a streamlined immigration pathway for highly skilled professionals. The visa fills a critical gap by allowing IT parks to easily recruit international talent, ensuring that resident companies can access the specialized human capital required to remain competitive in the global digital economy.

This visa is designed for foreign nationals intending to work as managers or specialists within a registered IT park in Moldova. The ideal applicant is a qualified professional with a confirmed job offer from an IT park resident company. What makes this visa distinctive is its direct link to the specialized regulatory environment of IT parks, which offers a simplified employment process compared to standard work visas, reflecting Moldova's strategic commitment to becoming a regional technology hub.

Stay & Extensions

Status type

Tied to program duration

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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ValidityVaries (Typically valid for one year from issuance)

ProcessingVaries

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Intended for IT specialists entering Moldova for professional activities.

Must possess a valid passport (issued in the last 10 years, 3 months validity beyond departure).

Must provide an invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration (or proof of exemption via valid EU/Schengen/UK/USA/Canada visa or residence permit).

Must provide documents certifying professional qualifications and the specific IT work to be carried out.

Must provide a recent matte, color photo (35mm x 45mm).

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed visa application form.

Valid passport.

Recent matte, color photo (35mm x 45mm).

Invitation issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration.

Employment contract or proof of IT project engagement.

Documents certifying professional qualifications (degrees, certificates).

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Pathway to permanent residency
Allows for family reunification
Supports professional career in Moldova's IT sector

Worth Knowing

Requires coordination with a local employer or client to secure the necessary migration approvals.
The visa is a prerequisite for the residence permit; the residence permit is the document that allows for long-term legal stay and work.
Applicants must ensure all professional documents are properly legalized or apostilled.

Application Process

Secure an employment contract or project agreement with a Moldovan entity.

Obtain the necessary invitation or work-related authorization from the General Inspectorate for Migration.

Complete the visa application form.

Submit the application at a Moldovan diplomatic mission.

Pay the consular fee of 80 EUR.

Upon arrival in Moldova, apply for a residence permit within the designated timeframe.

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