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#CARD:Moldova:Travel\Consular Information
Moldova - Consular Information Sheet
April 29, 1993
Country Description: Moldova is a nation undergoing profound political and
economic change. It is a newly independent nation still in the process of
stabilizing its relations with neighboring countries. Tourist facilities
are not highly developed, and many of the goods and services taken for
granted in other countries are not yet available. Internal travel,
especially by air, may be disrupted by fuel shortages and other problems.
Entry Requirements: A passport and visa are required. Moldovan visas can
be issued only at the Moldovan Embassy in Bucharest, Romania, or authorized
entry points at the airport or along the Romanian border. Visas for onward
travel to Ukraine or Russia are difficult to obtain in Chisinau. Moldova
does not yet have an Embassy in the United States.
Areas of Instability: The potential for armed violence continues in the
Dniester Region.
Medical Facilities: Medical care in Moldova is limited. The U.S. Embassy
maintains a list of English speaking physicians in the area. There is a
severe shortage of basic medical supplies, including disposable needles,
anesthetics, and antibiotics. Elderly travelers and those with existing
health problems may be at risk due to inadequate medical facilities.
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health
services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United
States. Travelers have found that in some cases, supplemental medical
insurance with specific overseas coverage has proved to be useful. Further
information on health matters can be obtained from the Centers for Disease
Control's international travelers hotline, tel: (404) 332-4559.
Crime Information: Moldova has a low rate of violent crime, but common
street crime has increased especially at night. The loss or theft abroad of
a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the
nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The Department of State's pamphlet "A
Safe Trip Abroad" provides useful information on guarding valuables and
protecting personal security while traveling abroad. Additional information
on the region can be found in the brochure "Tips for Travelers to Russia."
Both publications are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Currency Regulations: Moldova is a cash only economy. Travelers checks and
credit cards are rarely accepted.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Penalties for possession, use, or trafficking in
illegal drugs are strict and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences
and fines.
Registration: Americans who register at the Consular Section of the U.S.
Embassy may obtain updated information on travel and security within Moldova.
Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau, Moldova, is located at
Strada Alexei Mateevici 103; telephone (373-2) 23-37-72. After hours
telephone (373-2) 22-14-58.
No. 93-092
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated October 7, 1992, to
provide new telephone numbers for the U.S. Embassy in Moldova, to update
entry requirements, and to add information on reporting the loss or theft of
a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD