Good to know
- Who this is for: owners of a flat or house in Moldova who live abroad, including foreigners.
- A notary can apply online for the owner. The owner can also apply at a counter.
- The State Tax Service gives a tax code to foreigners who own taxable property in Moldova.
- Your case is different? Ask us about your case.
Steps, in order
- You do this
Make sure your ownership is registered
Full guide: Register ownership of a property in Moldova →checked 19 October 2026Ownership of a property acquired by a purchase or through inheritance is registered in the Register of Immovable Property. Property received through an inheritance certificate gets a discount.
- You do this
Get a property extract when you need proof
Full guide: Extract from the Register of Immovable Property →checked 19 October 2026It confirms who owns the property and which rights and restrictions are registered on it. It is usually needed for a transaction, such as a sale.
- You do this
Foreign owner? Get a tax code if you need one
Full guide: Tax code (fiscal code) in Moldova →checked 19 October 2026The State Tax Service gives a tax code to foreign citizens who own taxable property in Moldova. It is free and takes 3 calendar days.
Check whether you need a visa to visit
Full guide: Moldova visa: how to apply →checked 19 October 2026Some travellers need a visa to enter Moldova, and some also need an invitation. Owning property does not replace these rules in the guide.
- Not covered here
Taxes on the property, renting it out and utilities
Ask about your case →These are not covered on this page.