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Labor Laws in Republic of Moldova

  • Annual Leave: 28 days
  • Maternity Leave: 126 days
  • Public Holidays: 12
  • Workweek: 40 hours per week.

Income Tax in Republic of Moldova

The Republic of Moldova has an income tax rate of 12%.

Value Added Tax (VAT) in Republic of Moldova

The standard VAT rate in the Republic of Moldova is 20%.

Social Security in  Republic of Moldova

In Moldova, social security contributions are mandatory for employers and employees.

Employer Contributions

  • Rate: 24% of the employee's gross salary, which includes meal tickets and other remuneration.
  • Special Conditions:
    • Employers in agriculture pay 24%, with 18% covered by the employer and 6% by the state budget.
    • Employers for employees working in special conditions contribute 32%.

Employee Contributions

  • Rate: 9% of the employee's gross salary is dedicated to health insurance.

Work Visas in the Republic of Moldova

Here are the main work visas available in the Republic of Moldova:

Visa D (Long-Term Visa)

  • Purpose: Issued to foreign nationals who plan to stay in Moldova for more than 90 days within 180 days.
  • Eligibility: Required for those who intend to work in Moldova.
  • Duration: The visa is typically issued for 90 days, during which the applicant must apply for a residence permit.
  • Application Process: To apply for a Visa D, applicants generally need an employment contract, a letter from the employer, and other supporting documents such as proof of accommodation and health insurance.

Temporary Residence Permit for Employment

  • Purpose: Required for foreign nationals to live and work in Moldova long-term.
  • Eligibility: Issued based on employment in Moldova, particularly when the applicant has a work contract or is transferred by their company.
  • Duration: Initially granted for one year but can be extended depending on the length of the employment contract.
  • Requirements:
    • Employment contract with a Moldovan employer
    • Proof of accommodation
    • Medical insurance
    • Criminal background check
    • Application Process: The permit is issued by the General Inspectorate for Migration in Moldova, and applicants need to apply after entering the country with their Visa D.

Work Permit

  • Purpose: Allows foreign nationals to legally work in Moldova.
  • Eligibility: This is necessary for individuals hired by Moldovan companies or those coming under intra-company transfer agreements.
  • Requirements:
    • Employment offer or contract from a Moldovan employer
    • The employer must register the employee with Moldova’s National Employment Agency
    • Duration: Usually tied to the employment contract, with a maximum duration of one year but renewable.

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