Thailand to Moldova visa requirements

Thai ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Moldova, but they can apply online for a Type C short-stay (tourism) eVisa via the official portal evisa.gov.md. Moldova is not a Schengen member, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. A Thailand (TH) ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Moldova (MD). The Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms Thailand is not on Moldova's visa-free list, so a visa is required for tourism. The most convenient channel is the Type C short-stay eVisa, applied for online at the official government portal evisa.gov.md (only transit B-type and short-stay C-type visas can be obtained online). The C/Tourism visa permits a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, with single or multiple entry depending on the grant. The consular fee for a short-stay visa is EUR 40, and official processing is stated as 10 business days from the date a complete application is submitted (it can extend to about 20 days for some cases). Applicants need a passport valid at least 3 months beyond departure, proof of accommodation, a round-trip ticket, financial proof (minimum EUR 30/day, not less than EUR 300), and travel medical insurance of at least EUR 30,000. Moldova is outside the Schengen area; the Schengen short-stay rule and ETIAS are not relevant to entering Moldova itself. Travelers should apply before departure, as visa-on-arrival is not a reliable option for Thai nationals. Always reconfirm with the official portal or the nearest Moldovan diplomatic mission before booking.