France ETIAS Requirements for Moldovan Citizens
Moldovan citizens are currently able to visit France visa-free for short-term stays of up to 90 days. This will soon change with the introduction of the ETIAS, European Travel Information and Authorization System, which will become a mandatory travel requirement for eligible non-EU citizens.
The ETIAS will be valid for short-term stays in France and any of the Schengen Area states.
The ETIAS France visa waiver is expected to launch at the 2026, although an official date is not available yet.
ETIAS France: Travel Requirements from Trinidad & Tobago
The only entry requirement currently in place for Moldovan citizens visiting France is having a valid passport. Starting from 2026, Moldovans will also need to possess an approved ETIAS.
Travelling to France from Moldova with the ETIAS will be possible for short-term stays of up to 90 days within every 180 days.
Moldovan travellers will be able to spend this time in France or any other Schengen state, given that the ETIAS will not be country-specific.
For stays longer than 90-days or reasons such as employment or study in France, Moldovan citizens will likely require a visa. Travellers are encouraged to check additional visa requirements well ahead of their trip since some visas may take longer to process.
The ETIAS, however, will be mandatory regardless of the visa requirement. Travellers from Moldova with ETIAS will be able to visit France for tourism, business, transit, or even short-term study. Entry in France, or any other Schengen state, will be permitted via land, air, or sea.
The ETIAS will allow multiple entries in France over a validity period of 3 years from the date of approval. However, if the passport expires earlier than the ETIAS, the latter will also expire, and travellers will need to request a new one as soon as they have a new passport.
ETIAS to Visit France as a Moldovan National: Required Documents
The following are the required documents to obtain the ETIAS for France from Moldova:
- An eligible passport valid for at least three months from date of intended departure from France
- A credit or debit card to pay the ETIAS fee
- An email address to receive the approved ETIAS
It is also important to note that the Moldovan passport should not be older than 10 years when travelling with the ETIAS. Furthermore, the passport details on the ETIAS must match the ones on the passport travellers will use to enter France.
This is especially important for dual-passport holders, Moldovan citizens with another nationality, who must ensure they use the same document when applying for the ETIAS and when travelling to France.
How to Apply for ETIAS France from Moldova?
Moldovan nationals can apply for the ETIAS France in just three simple steps:
- Filling in the online application form
- Paying the ETIAS processing fee by credit or debit card
- Sending the completed application for review
The processing of the ETIAS for Moldovans will take between 24 and 48 hours, although most applications are approved within just a few hours. The automatic processing consists of screening applications through a series of databases to ensure the traveller does not pose a security threat.
Only in rare cases, an application may require manual processing. This usually happens if the application is incomplete or contains incorrect information, or if during the automatic processing the system flags potential security issues. In some cases, applicants will be asked to submit additional documentation.
ETIAS France Application Form for Moldovan Travellers
The ETIAS France application form for Moldovan travellers has to be accurately filled in, ensuring all the details are correct to avoid delays or even being denied an ETIAS. The following details will be required in the online ETIAS France application form:
- Personal details: full name, nationality, date of birth
- Passport details: number, issuing country, date of issuance and expiry
- Contact details: home address, phone number, email address
In addition to these details, applicants will also need to provide their travel plans, specifically the first Schengen Area state they plan on entering with the ETIAS. Furthermore, they will need to answer a set of security-related questions.
Once the application form is complete in all its parts, Moldovan travellers can submit it and wait for the approved ETIAS within the following 48 hours. All communications regarding the status of their ETIAS or additional documentation that may be required will be sent via email at the address provided in the online application form.
Medical Requirements for Moldovan Citizens Travelling to France
Moldovan travellers visiting France are encouraged to get medical insurance before their trip. In France, all medical treatments require upfront payment, and the inability to pay may lead to being denied treatment. Only emergency treatment is free of charge.
If they require medical treatment, Moldovan travellers will have the option of filling in a treatment form (feuille de soins) that will allow them to obtain reimbursement from their insurance provider.
The EU Emergency number is 112, valid in France and all other EU countries.The France Emergency Medical Assistance Service number is 15.
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Embassy of France in Moldovan travelling to France106, rue Bucuresti 2004 Chisinau 2004 Chisinau Moldova
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Embassy of Moldovan travelling to France in France95 boulevard Berthier Paris 75117 France
(+33) 1 71 49 69 10
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