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Moldova Travel Health Guide

Low risk

Moldova carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.

Overall risk

Low risk

Malaria

None

Best time to visit

Year-round

Recommended vaccines

Routine Vaccines

Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.

Recommended

COVID-19

Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.

Recommended

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Moldova age 1 and older. Special dosing may apply for infants, older adults, and those with medical conditions.

Recommended

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Moldova regardless of age.

Recommended

Measles

Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.

Recommended

Rabies

Rabies is present in dogs and wildlife in Moldova. Consider pre-exposure vaccination if you'll have high-risk animal contact or limited access to medical care. Post-exposure vaccines are generally available throughout the country.

Situational

Tick-borne Encephalitis

Tick-borne encephalitis vaccine is recommended if you'll have extensive outdoor activities with tick exposure in endemic areas of Moldova. Consider vaccination for any outdoor activities where ticks may be present.

Situational

Yellow Fever

Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for Moldova - there's no risk and no entry requirement.

Situational

Disease risks

Emergency numbers

Police

112

Medical / Ambulance

112

Fire

112

U.S. Embassy

+373-22-40-8300

Moldova travel health FAQ

Do I need vaccines to travel to Moldova?▼

For travel to Moldova, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies, Tick-borne Encephalitis and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.

Is there malaria in Moldova?▼

No — Moldova is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.

Is it safe to travel to Moldova?▼

From a travel-health standpoint, Moldova is currently rated low risk. Moldova carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.

What are the emergency phone numbers in Moldova?▼

Key emergency numbers in Moldova are Police 112, Medical / Ambulance 112, Fire 112 and U.S. Embassy +373-22-40-8300. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.

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Sources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.