Stage 1
Exploring Moldova
You are comparing jurisdictions or preparing an investment decision.
Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 · Sat 09:00–14:00 (Chișinău time)
17 Alexandru Bernardazzi St, Chișinău
office@i-avocat.md
+373 69 00 75 00
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For founders, investors and foreign companies
Setting up and running a business in Moldova
i-avocat advises foreign founders, investors and companies on entering the Moldovan market and operating in it: company formation, Moldova IT Park, residence permits, bank onboarding, contracts and disputes. Most steps can be handled without travelling to Moldova.
- Working languages
- English · Romanian · Russian · Spanish
- Meetings
- Chișinău office or video call
- First assessment
- Free of charge
- Fees
- Agreed in writing before work starts
Start here
Where are you in the process?
Choose the stage that fits you. Each service page explains the steps, the documents you need and what can be done remotely.
Stage 2
Setting up
You have decided and need a company, a bank account and permits.
- Company formation →LLC set-up for foreign founders, filed with the Public Services Agency
- Moldova IT Park residency →Eligibility check and the residency application
- Residence for founders and directors →Residence permits, renewals and deadlines
- Bank account and KYC →Preparing the file banks ask for, AML questionnaires
Stage 3
Already operating
Your company works in Moldova and needs legal support as it grows.
- Ongoing legal support →A monthly retainer for day-to-day questions and contracts
- Contracts and debt recovery →Agreements with Moldovan partners, claims and enforcement
- Public tenders →Bids, challenges and disputes over procurement contracts
- Corporate changes →New shareholders, directors, capital, restructuring
Working with us from abroad
Where your presence or signature in Moldova is required, we tell you in advance and plan the trip around it. Everything else runs by video call, e-mail and a power of attorney.
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1Scoping callWe discuss your plans and the structure you need.
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2Written proposalSteps, estimated timeline, documents and fee, agreed in writing.
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3DocumentsWhat to prepare in your country and how to apostille or legalise it.
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4FilingWe file with the authorities and report back at each stage.
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5Ongoing supportContracts, changes and questions from banks or authorities.
What investors ask us
Short answers to the questions we hear most often. Your case may differ; we confirm what applies at the first assessment.
Do I need to travel to Moldova to set up a company?
Often not. Many steps can be completed through a representative acting under a power of attorney, notarised and apostilled or legalised in your country.
Can a foreign individual or company be the sole shareholder?
In many cases, yes. Sector-specific rules and investment screening may apply, so we check your project before you start.
Does my investment need state-security screening?
Investments in certain sectors of importance for state security require prior examination. We check whether your project falls within scope and prepare the application if it does.
Can I open a bank account remotely?
Practice differs between banks. We prepare the KYC file, tell you which bank requirements apply and whether an in-person visit is needed.
Who can become a Moldova IT Park resident?
Companies whose main activities are on the park's list of eligible IT activities and that meet its conditions. We check eligibility before the company is set up.
How are fees set?
After the first assessment, based on the scope of work. The fee is set out in a written agreement before we begin. State fees, translations and notary costs are paid separately.
Free of charge
Request a consultation
Three short steps. We review your answers and reply during business hours with the next steps and the documents we need.
Andrei Baș
Coordinating attorney, member of the Chișinău Bar
- Phone, WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram+373 69 00 75 00
- E-mailoffice@i-avocat.md
Free guide · PDF
Moldova Market Entry Guide 2026
Legal structures, investment screening, Moldova IT Park, residence permits and bank onboarding, explained in one document.
For founders and investors
Setting up and running a business in Moldova
Request a consultationEnglish · Română · Русский · Español
Where are you in the process?
Tap a stage, then the service you need. We will reply about that service.
Stage 1Exploring Moldova
Stage 2Setting up
Working with us from abroad
Most steps run by video call, e-mail and a power of attorney.
- 1Scoping callYour plans and the structure.
- 2Written proposalSteps, timeline and fee.
- 3DocumentsWhat to prepare and apostille.
- 4FilingWe file and report back.
- 5Ongoing supportContracts, changes, questions.
What investors ask us
Do I need to travel to Moldova?
Often not. Many steps can be completed through a representative acting under a power of attorney, notarised and apostilled or legalised in your country.
Can a foreigner be the sole shareholder?
In many cases, yes. Sector rules and investment screening may apply, so we check your project before you start.
Does my investment need screening?
Investments in certain sectors of importance for state security require prior examination. We check whether your project is in scope.
Can I open a bank account remotely?
Practice differs between banks. We prepare the KYC file and tell you whether an in-person visit is needed.
Who can join Moldova IT Park?
Companies whose main activities are on the park’s list of eligible IT activities and that meet its conditions.
How are fees set?
After the first assessment, in a written agreement. State fees, translations and notary costs are paid separately.
First step
Request a consultation
The first assessment is free of charge. We reply during business hours, Chișinău time.
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