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Legal Insights
Practical analysis of the issues that shape entrepreneurs and citizens across the Republic of Moldova.
- 01Jun 3, 2026
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.
Read article - 02May 13, 2026
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.
Read article - 03Apr 8, 2026
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.
Read article - 04Mar 11, 2026
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.
Read article - 05Feb 12, 2026
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.
Read article - 06Jan 15, 2026
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.
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