Cash declaration and limits

When traveling from Moldova to Russia, be aware of currency limits. Up to $10,000 USD can be imported into Russia without declaration. However, exporting currency from Moldova is limited to €9,999 without declaration; amounts exceeding this require a customs declaration.

When traveling from Moldova (RM) to Russia (RF) via Turkey with a layover ticket, there are no issues with carrying cash euros as long as the amount does not exceed 9,999 euros for export from Moldova. For amounts exceeding this limit, specific regulations may apply.

When traveling from Moldova to Russia with minors, the currency limit of $9,999 USD (or its equivalent in Euros, approximately €11,000+) per person applies. This limit includes children traveling with parents. Upon arrival in Russia, any currency exceeding the limit must be declared. The declaration process is generally straightforward.

According to Law No. 62 on foreign exchange regulation, residents and non-residents must provide written customs declaration when entering or exiting Moldova if the amount of cash currency equals or exceeds 10,000 EUR (or equivalent) per person. Failing to declare sums above this limit can lead to confiscation of the excess amount.

Exporting cash from Moldova: up to 9,999 EUR per person (including children) can be taken out without a declaration. Amounts exceeding this threshold require a mandatory declaration and authorization from the National Bank of Moldova (NBM). Obtaining NBM authorization is a process that typically takes up to 30 days and requires proof of permanent relocation (exit for residency) and the surrender of the internal ID (buletin).

In Moldova, a declaration for currency export exceeding 10,000 euros can now be submitted online through the eCustoms platform (ecustoms.trade.gov.md). Travelers need to fill out the form on any device before their trip and then provide the document number to a customs inspector upon arrival.

Cash import limit in Moldova: up to 9,999 EUR can be brought in without declaration. Amounts exceeding this must be declared and may require proof of origin. Personal items like activated iPhones (max 2) are typically allowed without duty, provided they are not brand new in sealed boxes which may trigger declaration thresholds.

The limit for carrying cash across the border from Moldova is 9999 EUR per person. For entering Russia, the limit for cash without declaration is 10,000 USD. Declaring even smaller amounts is recommended to obtain official proof of fund origin, which can be useful for future banking or immigration procedures.