Research / Scientist in Moldova
One documented route of this kind in Moldova, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.
Researcher / scientist (Type D visa + residence)
Researchers enter on a long-stay Type D visa (research/academic purpose) and must hold an ANOFM work permit to work legally; the visa grants the right to apply for residence. Supported by EURAXESS Moldova.
- Processing time
- Visa issuance, then residence application 30-90 days before expiry depending on category
- Validity
- Type D visa up to 12 months, multiple-entry, stay <= 90 days per 6 months; residence thereafter
- Language requirement
- No language requirement for the visa/permit; Romanian required only for permanent residence
- Permanent residence
- Permanent residence after qualifying provisional residence (typically 5 years)
- Citizenship
- Naturalization typically after 10 years
Requirements
- Hosting agreement / position at a Moldovan research institution
- ANOFM work permit to work legally
- Valid signed passport
- Proof of financial means (30 EUR/day, minimum 300 EUR)
- Health insurance
Required Documents
- Valid signed passport required
- Signed visa application form required
- Passport photo required
- Proof of financial means (30 EUR/day, min 300 EUR) required
- ANOFM work permit (to work legally) required
- Health insurance required
Official fees
- Type D visa 80 EUR
- Financial means 300 EUR
Process Steps
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1
Secure research position
Obtain a position/hosting arrangement at a Moldovan research institution.
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2
Obtain ANOFM work permit
Secure the ANOFM work permit required to work legally as a researcher.
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3
Apply for Type D visa
Apply for the long-stay Type D visa (80 EUR; proof of means min 300 EUR).
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4
Apply for residence
Submit the residence application 30-90 days before expiry depending on category, at the one-stop-shop (124 Stefan cel Mare Ave, Chisinau).