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Overstaying a temporary vehicle import permit can result in the revocation of all statuses, imposition of customs duties, and a ban on entry until the debt is settled.

A dual Moldovan-Russian citizen driving a Moldovan-registered car into Russia, who has only temporary registration in Russia (or no permanent registration stamp in their internal Russian passport), can declare temporary import as a Russian citizen permanently residing abroad and typically will not be required to pay a customs deposit.

After obtaining a Russian passport through the resettlement program, individuals inquire about the validity of the 'resettlement booklet' for transporting personal belongings and technical equipment without customs duties. For vehicles, ownership for at least one year, along with restrictions on year of manufacture and engine capacity, is required. Vehicles cannot be purchased solely for customs clearance.

The 'resettlement booklet' can be used for transporting personal belongings and equipment. For vehicles, ownership for over a year and adherence to manufacturing year and engine capacity restrictions are required. It is important that the vehicle was not acquired solely for customs clearance.

Sending parcels to Moldova and Transnistria can be done via Russian Post to Chisinau and Balti. Direct shipping to Transnistria might be challenging. Alternative methods include using trusted individuals as couriers ('door-to-door' service), or utilizing Moldovan delivery services like DMA express. For document transfer, coordinating with travelers on flights (especially via Yerevan or Baku) is an option. Cryptocurrency or using acquaintances with Russian bank cards are also viable for financial transfers if direct shipping is not possible.

To send a packaged phone from Russia to Moldova, consider using specialized delivery services like 'Dar Pentru Moldova' or 'Millennium', inquire with bus services operating between Moscow/Moscow Oblast and Moldova, or arrange for a trusted acquaintance to transport it by plane.

Transporting cigarettes via bus services is generally prohibited and can lead to confiscation, significant fines, and potential detention for smuggling charges.

When transiting through countries like Azerbaijan (Baku) with duty-free alcohol purchased in Moldova, adhere to the transit airport's regulations. Typically, up to 1 liter of alcohol is permitted in carry-on baggage if sealed in a Duty-Free Security Approved Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) with proof of purchase. Airlines like Turkish Airlines may allow 1 liter of spirits or 1.5 liters of wine (2 bottles) in carry-on.

Caviar is categorized as a liquid by airlines. In carry-on luggage, it is subject to the standard 100ml limit per container. To avoid confiscation at security checkpoints, it is advisable to pack caviar in checked luggage.

Transporting over-the-counter medications from Russia to Moldova is generally problem-free. They can be packed in checked baggage or hand luggage.