Where Moldova vignette is required

The Moldova vignette applies to all public roads in the country, including both primary highways (magistrale) and national roads (republicane). This coverage makes it mandatory for all foreign vehicles, except motorcycles, to have a valid vignette regardless of the route they take.

Road Categories Requiring a Vignette

1. Magistrale (Primary Highways): These roads connect Moldova with neighboring countries, such as Romania and Ukraine, and are major transit routes.
   • Examples:
     • M1: Chisinau – Leușeni – Romania
     • M2: Chisinau – Orhei – Soroca – Ukraine
     • M3: Chisinau – Cimișlia – Vulcanesti – Romania
     • M4: Tiraspol – Ribnita – Ukraine
2. Republicane (National Roads): These roads connect cities, towns, and regional centers within Moldova.
   • Examples:
     • R1: Chisinau – Ungheni – Romania
     • R2: Chisinau – Tighina
     • R3: Chisinau – Hincesti – Ukraine
     • R16: Balti – Falesti – Sculeni – Romania
     • R30: Chetrosu – Causeni – Ukraine

Key Notes on Applicability

• All Roads are Toll Roads: Unlike other countries, Moldova considers every public road as tollable. Whether traveling on a highway, regional road, or rural route, you need a vignette.
• Validity Across Road Types: A single vignette allows you to drive on both magistrale and republicane roads without additional charges.
• Motorcycles Exempt: Motorcycles are the only vehicles not required to purchase a vignette.

Recommendations

• Buy in Advance: It is advisable to purchase your vignette online or immediately after entering Moldova to ensure compliance.
• Validity Selection: Choose a vignette duration that covers your entire stay, as its validity ends at midnight on the last day.

This comprehensive system ensures that all road users contribute to the maintenance of Moldova’s transport infrastructure.