MoldovaKosovo: Visa required

MoldovaKosovo

Do Moldova passport holders need a visa for Kosovo?

Visa required

Yes. Moldova passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kosovo.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: ambasadat.net (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance797 km, straight line (~1h 26m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Kosovo147 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Kosovo passport holders visiting Moldova: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Kosovo

Moldova passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Moldova passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Moldova passport holders need a visa for Kosovo?

Yes. Moldova passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Kosovo.

How far is Kosovo from Moldova?

About 797 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 26m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Kosovo?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Kosovo?

112.

What time zone is Kosovo in?

Belgrade (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Pristina?

Priština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), about 9 km away.

How many countries can enter Kosovo without a visa?

147 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Kosovo visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Moldova passport holders visit without a visa instead of Kosovo?

Montenegro, Albania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Romania, Croatia.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Moldova

Moldova, officially the Republic of Moldova, is a landlocked country in Eastern Europe, with an area of 33,843 km2 (13,067 sq mi) and a population of 2.38 million. Moldova is bordered by Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. The unrecognised breakaway state of Transnistria lies across the Dniester river on the country's eastern border with Ukraine. Moldova is a parliamentary democratic republic with its capital in Chișinău, the country's largest city and main cultural and commercial centre.

CapitalChisinau

RegionEastern Europe

Population2.4M

Area33,846 km²

CurrencyMoldovan leu (1 USD ≈ 17.90 MDL)

LanguagesMoldavian

Calling code+373

Drives on theright

TimezoneChisinau (UTC+3)

Nearest airportChişinău International Airport (RMO), 12 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites1

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$8,622 (2025)

Tourist arrivals29K (2020)

Climate in Chisinau

Warmest July, coolest January, driest January, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Chisinau, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.9°C	-2.1°C	4mm	164h
February	8.8°C	0°C	28mm	222h
March	13.2°C	3°C	28mm	273h
April	17.4°C	4.4°C	4mm	339h
May	19°C	9.4°C	89mm	300h
June	26.7°C	16.1°C	100mm	396h
July	29.1°C	17.7°C	29mm	424h
August	29.1°C	17.2°C	12mm	407h
September	25.9°C	14°C	44mm	316h
October	18.9°C	10.7°C	72mm	237h
November	8.2°C	2.7°C	26mm	132h
December	4.4°C	0.3°C	54mm	58h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Moldova is a small, landlocked country nestled between Romania and Ukraine. Moldova is one of the least visited countries in Europe, but adventurous travellers will find some rewarding experiences. Moldova is famous for its wines and its monasteries. You can get winery tours and monastery tours from Chișinău, the capital.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Struve Geodetic Arc

Upcoming public holidays

November 21, 2026South Capital's Day Cahul

December 25, 2026Craciun pe stil Nou (Western Christmas)

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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About Kosovo

Kosovo, officially the Republic of Kosovo, is a landlocked country in Southeast Europe with partial diplomatic recognition. It is bordered by Albania to the southwest, Montenegro to the west, Serbia to the north and east, and North Macedonia to the southeast. It covers an area of 10,887 km2 (4,203 sq mi) and has a population of nearly 1.6 million, of whom the vast majority are ethnic Albanians. Kosovo has a varied terrain, with high plains along with rolling hills and mountains, some of which have an altitude over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). Its climate is mainly continental with some Mediterranean and Alpine influences. Kosovo's capital and most populous city is Pristina; other major cities and urban areas include Prizren, Ferizaj, Gjilan, and Peja.

CapitalPristina

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population1.6M

Area10,908 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesAlbanian, Serbian

Calling code+383

Drives on theright

TimezoneBelgrade (UTC+2)

Nearest airportPriština Adem Jashari International Airport (PRN), 9 km

Emergency number112

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$7,899 (2025)

Climate in Pristina

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, September.

Monthly climate normals for Pristina, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.4°C	-3.8°C	30mm	236h
February	9.2°C	-1°C	50mm	224h
March	11°C	0.6°C	64mm	226h
April	16.1°C	3.8°C	80mm	308h
May	20.5°C	9.1°C	78mm	323h
June	22.8°C	13°C	76mm	384h
July	27.3°C	14.8°C	16mm	424h
August	27.4°C	15.6°C	89mm	366h
September	24.3°C	12.5°C	27mm	339h
October	17.4°C	7.4°C	82mm	270h
November	10.6°C	1.7°C	5mm	228h
December	8°C	0.4°C	59mm	183h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Kosovo (Albanian: Kosova or Kosovë is a largely mountainous country in the Balkan region of Europe. Its attractions for travelers include its archaeological and religious heritage, natural beauty, hiking and skiing. Kosovo has Ottoman, Christian Orthodox and modernist heritage to share with the world. Being still new to tourists, Kosovars are welcoming to foreign visitors and happy to help. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, which still opposes the act.

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