Temporary Residence for Family Reunification (Moldova)

Overview

Family reunification lets the spouse and dependent children, and in some cases other close relatives, of a foreign national lawfully residing in Moldova - or of a Moldovan citizen - join them. The application is signed by both the applicant and the family member resident in Moldova, whose presence is required when it is submitted to the General Inspectorate for Migration. The relationship, accommodation and means of support are evidenced. It is a settlement-capable route, and reunification with a Moldovan citizen can reach permanent residence on a shorter timeline.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. 01

   Check the route fit

   Confirm the sponsor's status supports reunification and that you have a qualifying relationship.

2. 02

   Build the evidence pack

   Gather relationship certificates, the sponsor's status proof, accommodation and means evidence.

3. 03

   Submit through the official channel

   Submit the jointly signed application to the General Inspectorate for Migration, with the resident family member present, and pay the fees.

4. 04

   After approval

   Collect your residence permit, renew alongside the sponsor, and track your time toward permanent residence.

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Related routes

• Temporary Residence for Employment (Moldova)

  If you have a job with a Moldovan employer, this is the main route - temporary residence tied to your work, decided by the migration authority.

• Permanent Residence (Moldova)

  If you have lived in Moldova continuously for the qualifying period, this is your settlement status - secure, longer-term residence.