Writing on the law of the Republic of Moldova
Written explanations of the situations that most often reach the office: procedures, deadlines, documents, and what can concretely be done.
Moldovan Citizenship: Routes, Requirements and Procedure
Citizenship of the Republic of Moldova can be acquired by several distinct routes, and choosing the correct legal basis is the single most important decision in the whole file: the same applicant can be refused under naturalisation and admitted under recognition, depending on their origin. This guide explains every ground provided by the Citizenship Law of the Republic of Moldova No. 1024/2000 — birth, recognition, naturalisation, restoration and adoption — the conditions attaching to each, the documents required, how the procedure runs, and why Moldova permits dual citizenship. It is written for the diaspora and for foreign nationals, from a practitioner's perspective.
Divorce in Moldova: Procedure, Timelines and Filing from Abroad
Divorce in the Republic of Moldova follows two entirely different routes in terms of duration, cost and complexity, and the choice between them is not wholly yours: the law determines when a case can be resolved administratively at the civil registry and when it must go through the courts. This guide explains both procedures, the conditions attaching to each, realistic timelines, what happens to minor children and to property acquired during the marriage, and how to divorce while living abroad. It is based on the Family Code No. 1316/2000 and written from a practitioner's perspective for foreign nationals and the Moldovan diaspora.
Detained in Moldova: Your Rights in the First 72 Hours
Detention is the moment a criminal case suddenly becomes concrete, and the decisions taken in the first hours frequently shape everything that follows. This guide explains what detention means in the Republic of Moldova, the constitutional maximum of 72 hours, the rights a detained person holds from the very first minute, what the detention record must contain, and what can happen when the period expires — release, pre-trial arrest, or a lighter measure. It is written for foreign nationals and members of the Moldovan diaspora, by a lawyer who assists detained and accused persons in criminal cases.
SRL Taxes in Moldova: What a Company Actually Pays
You have registered a limited liability company in Moldova, or you are about to, and you want a straight answer on what it costs to run it compliantly. This guide explains the tax regimes an SRL can choose between, how corporate income tax is calculated, when VAT registration becomes mandatory, what you withhold from salaries, and why the 7% IT Park regime changes the arithmetic entirely for technology companies. It is written for foreign founders and members of the Moldovan diaspora setting up a company from abroad, from the perspective of a lawyer who assists companies in dealings with the State Tax Service.
Appeal and Cassation in a Moldovan Criminal Case: A Practical Guide
A first-instance judgment is usually not the end of a criminal case in the Republic of Moldova. The Code of Criminal Procedure provides two distinct remedies — appeal (apel) and cassation (recurs) — each with its own purpose, conditions and deadlines. This guide explains, in plain language, how appeal and cassation work in Moldova, why every day matters, and the role of the defense attorney all the way to the Supreme Court of Justice. It is written with the international client and the Moldovan diaspora in mind.
Power of Attorney for a Lawyer in Moldova: A Guide for the Diaspora
If you are a Moldovan citizen living in Italy, Germany, France, the United Kingdom or elsewhere - or a foreign national with interests in Moldova - you can handle most legal matters back home without flying in. An inheritance, a property sale, a court dispute or dealings with state offices can all be managed through a power of attorney that authorizes a lawyer in Moldova to act on your behalf. This guide explains, step by step, how to issue a valid power of attorney from abroad, when an apostille is required, and how to send documents remotely.
Residence Permit in Moldova for Foreigners: Grounds, Procedure and Appealing an IGM Refusal
For many foreign nationals, a residence permit in Moldova is the first step toward living, working, investing or reuniting with family on a fully legal footing in the Republic of Moldova. The core legal framework is Law no. 200/2010 on the regime of foreigners, and the competent authority is the General Inspectorate for Migration (Inspectoratul General pentru Migrație, IGM) within the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This guide walks you through the grounds for residence, the required documents, the timelines, and what you can do if your application is refused.
How to Register an SRL (LLC) in Moldova in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide
For foreign investors and members of the Moldovan diaspora, registering a company in Moldova is often faster and simpler than expected. The limited liability company, known locally as the SRL (societate cu răspundere limitată), is the most common vehicle, and under standard procedure it is entered into the State Register at the Public Services Agency (ASP) in roughly one business day. This guide walks through the process under Law no. 220/2007 on the state registration of legal entities and individual entrepreneurs: the documents, the share capital, realistic timelines, orientative costs, and what changes when a founder is a non-resident or a foreign company.
Unfair clauses in consumer credit contracts in Moldova: how to identify and challenge them
A consumer credit contract signed in a hurry can hide unfair clauses that tilt the balance against the borrower. This guide explains, step by step, how to recognise such clauses, what protection Moldovan law gives you under Law no. 105/2003 on consumer protection and Law no. 202/2013 on consumer credit contracts, and how to have abusive terms set aside. It is written for foreign nationals and members of the Moldovan diaspora abroad who hold a credit obligation connected to Moldova, and it draws on practical advocacy experience together with years spent as a state consumer-protection specialist.
Product Warranty and Consumer Rights in Moldova: A Practical Guide
You bought a product that failed, and you are not sure what you are entitled to — a repair, a replacement, or your money back. This guide explains, step by step, your consumer rights in the Republic of Moldova: warranty deadlines, what you can demand, how to file a complaint, and where to turn when the seller refuses. It is written for foreign buyers and Moldovans abroad, and it is based on Law No. 105/2003 on consumer protection, framed from a practitioner's point of view.