Good to know
- Who this is for: Moldovan citizens and foreigners who need a Moldovan criminal record certificate for a job, a visa or another purpose.
- Any foreign citizen can request a certificate issued by Moldova, not only Moldovan citizens.
- The certificate issued abroad is valid for 3 months and this cannot be extended.
- Your case is different? Ask us about your case.
Steps, in order
- You do this
In Moldova: order it online or at a counter
Full guide: Criminal record certificate in Moldova →checked 19 October 2026The standard certificate costs 30 lei and takes 10 calendar days. In 1 working day it costs 60 lei. If you have an IDNP, you can apply online. Without one, go to the counter in Chișinău or to a Moldovan embassy or consulate.
- You do this
Abroad: apply at a Moldovan embassy or consulate
Full guide: Moldovan criminal record certificate from an embassy or consulate →checked 19 October 2026Book an appointment on eConsulat. The consular fee is 25 euro and it takes 20 working days. You can ask for it in Romanian, English or the language of the country you live in.
Choose the right kind
Full guide: Criminal record certificate in Moldova →checked 19 October 2026There is a standard certificate and a detailed one, and some other kinds of records. The guide lists them.
Need it recognised in another country? Add an apostille
Full guide: Apostille for Moldovan documents →checked 19 October 2026You can order the apostille on the same online platform. An apostille is the form of legalisation for countries that are parties to the Apostille Convention.
Check how long it stays valid
Full guide: Moldovan criminal record certificate from an embassy or consulate →checked 19 October 2026The certificate issued through a consulate is valid for 3 months from the day it is issued.
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What the foreign authority requires
Ask about your case →The rules of the authority that asks for the certificate are not covered on this page.