Moldova Visa for South African citizens (2026)
If you are travelling on a South Africa passport, Moldova is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. South African travellers can complete the whole Moldova application from home and receive the approval by email.
Online eVisa
Available
Government fee
start at US$73.00
Processing
5 working days
Permitted stay
30 days
Can South African citizens get a Moldova eVisa?
Moldova grants online eligibility to South African citizens across 2 visa options such as Tourist Evisa (Multiple Entries for 90 days), Business Evisa (Multiple Entries for 90 days). Moldova currently supports Multiple Entries, with a permitted stay of 30 days. Government fees start at US$73.00. Standard processing is typically 5 working days.
Moldova visa options for South African citizens
Multiple Entries for 90 days
Duration
30 days
Processing
5 working days
Validity
60 days
Gov. fee
$73.00
Documents and tips for South African travellers
South African passports usually need at least 30 days to six months validity beyond your stay and blank pages; verify the destination’s exact rule. Charges are in US dollars, so South African applicants should expect a ZAR conversion and confirm international payments are enabled. The most common avoidable mistake for South African citizens: overlooking blank-page or extra child-travel document requirements that apply to South African passport holders.
- Use the exact name and passport number from your South African passport.
- Travelling with minors from South Africa can involve extra documentation — check this separately if applicable.
- Keep proof of accommodation and return travel accessible for boarding checks.
Moldova visa FAQ for South African citizens
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Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official Moldova immigration authorities close to your travel date.
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