Moldova Import Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations

• • Right-hand drive vehicles: Allowed.
• • Age restriction: No age limit.
• • Customs declaration: Vehicles must be declared for clearance.
• • Declarations must be submitted in writing or electronically within 72 hours of import.

Shipping Information

• • Destination port: Giurgiulesti.
• • Shipping method & schedule: Not specified.
• • Inspection: Not required.

Duties & Taxes

• • Customs duty: 5% of customs value (CIF).
• • Excise tax: 30% of the vehicle value.
• • VAT: 20% of customs value.
• • Note: Customs tariffs may vary based on country of origin, with exceptions for EU, Romania, former USSR, and select free trade partners.

Summary

• • Any age vehicle can be imported.
• • Right-hand drive vehicles are allowed.
• • Taxes: 5% customs duty + 30% excise + 20% VAT.
• • Customs declaration required within 72 hours.

Required Documentation

• • Contract / purchase agreement.
• • Commercial invoice.
• • Certificate of origin.
• • Customs transit document.
• • Packing list.
• • Terminal handling receipts.
• • Certificate of conformity.