Long-Stay Student Visa (Type D/S)
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Long-Stay Student Visa (Type D/S)

Study Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

20-30 days

Application Fee

40 EUR

Stay Duration

Up to 12 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-term visa for international students pursuing pre-university, university, or post-university education in Moldova. Valid for up to 12 months and renewable.

The student visa (Type D) is for international students attending accredited educational institutions in Moldova at any level from pre-university to postgraduate study. It is renewable for the duration of the academic program.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

3 months

Criminal Record Policy

Clean record required

Professional

Required Skills

Academic acceptance from a recognized Moldovan educational institution

Language

N/A

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Issued within past 10 years, valid for at least 3 months beyond departure

Passport photo

Recent color photo, 35x45mm

University admission letter

Official acceptance from accredited Moldovan educational institution

Educational credentials

High school diploma and transcripts (for university) or equivalent

Academic transcript

Official transcript from previous educational institution

Proof of financial means

Evidence of funds to cover tuition and living expenses

Proof of accommodation

University dormitory assignment or rental agreement

Travel medical insurance

Minimum coverage EUR 30,000, valid throughout Moldova

Criminal record

Police certificate or judicial record, translated into Romanian or English

Parental consent

If applicant is a minor, signed parental consent and passport of legal guardian

Optional

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Advantages

  • Renewable for study duration
  • Low tuition fees in Moldova
  • Can study at any educational level
  • Post-study work rights available
  • Access to student health services
  • Affordable living costs

Considerations

  • Limited to full-time study only
  • No independent work allowed without permission
  • Requires proof of financial means
  • Parental consent required for minors
  • Criminal record check required
  • Medical insurance required

Application Process

1

Get university admission

Secure admission letter from accredited Moldovan educational institution

2

Gather documentation

Collect admission letter, transcripts, and financial documents

3

Contact embassy

Schedule appointment at Moldova diplomatic mission

4

Submit visa application

Submit visa application with all required documents

5

Pay consular fee

Pay EUR 40 student visa fee

6

Await decision

Wait for visa processing decision

7

Collect visa

Retrieve student visa from embassy

8

Register at university

Complete university registration upon arrival

Application Forms

Type D Student Visa Application

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