Moldova•EuropeLong-Stay Student Visa (Type D/S)
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
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
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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
Get university admission
Secure admission letter from accredited Moldovan educational institution
Gather documentation
Collect admission letter, transcripts, and financial documents
Contact embassy
Schedule appointment at Moldova diplomatic mission
Submit visa application
Submit visa application with all required documents
Pay consular fee
Pay EUR 40 student visa fee
Await decision
Wait for visa processing decision
Collect visa
Retrieve student visa from embassy
Register at university
Complete university registration upon arrival
Application Forms
Type D Student Visa Application
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