26 Mar 2021 | 01:32 PM UTC
Moldova: Authorities maintaining COVID-19-related restrictions as of March 26 /update 15
Moldova enforcing COVID-19 related international entry restrictions and domestic measures as of March 26.
Event
Authorities are maintaining a nationwide state of public health emergency and associated restrictions until at least April 18 due to ongoing COVID-19 activity. Most businesses are permitted to operate provided they adhere to strict health and safety measures, though all public offices close at 16:00 daily, and bars and restaurants must close 20:00-07:00. Markets are permitted to operate 07:00-15:00; shopping malls must close by 18:00. Theaters, concert halls, and nightclubs remain closed until further notice. A maximum of three people are permitted to gather in public and most public events are prohibited. People over 63 years of age must remain in their accommodations except for essential purposes. Facemasks are mandatory in enclosed public spaces and on public transport. Public transport is operating at 50-percent capacity.
In "red code" areas where infection rates are high, individuals are allowed to leave their homes only for essential purposes.
International Entry Restrictions
As of March 26, all persons in possession of a negative result from a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test taken no more than 72 hours before boarding, as well as those who can provide proof of being vaccinated for COVID-19, may enter the country without restrictions. All travelers must complete an epidemiological form. All arrivals who do not possess a PCR test result or proof of vaccine must self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival. Persons in transit, freight transporters, persons traveling for health or humanitarian reasons, persons traveling for business purposes proven by an invitation from or contract with a citizen/resident of Moldova, as well as cross border workers are exempt from self-isolation. Travelers may exit self-isolation by testing negative on a COVID-19 PCR test after the 10th day of isolation.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments.
